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S&P Global Inc. (NYSE: SPGI) is a finance and insurance sector company that describes its mission as providing essential intelligence through credit ratings, benchmarks, analytics and workflow solutions. The SPGI news stream highlights how the company’s data and insights intersect with capital markets, commodities, energy transition, artificial intelligence and the automotive sector.
News about S&P Global often covers corporate actions and capital allocation, such as Board-approved dividend increases and the company’s long history of annual dividend payments. Updates can also include announcements about planned or completed transactions, such as the sale of specific businesses or the expected separation of the S&P Global Mobility division into an independent public company.
Another key theme in SPGI news is research and market studies. For example, S&P Global has released a detailed study on copper in the age of AI, examining how electrification, digitalization, data centers and defense spending could affect copper supply and demand through 2040. These reports draw on proprietary data and cross-divisional expertise from areas such as S&P Global Energy and Market Intelligence.
News items also highlight regulatory and governance developments, including settlements involving S&P Global Ratings and the appointment of new directors to the company’s Board. In addition, readers will find coverage of philanthropic and workforce initiatives like the StepForward program, which focuses on AI-enabled workforce readiness for youth, and updates from CARFAX, part of S&P Global Mobility, on topics such as odometer fraud trends.
Investors, analysts and other stakeholders can use the SPGI news page to follow how S&P Global’s ratings, indices, research, financing activities and governance decisions evolve over time and how the company positions itself around themes such as AI, energy transition and global capital markets.
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Bidgely has been named a finalist in the 24th Annual Platts Global Energy Awards, specifically in the 'Grid Edge' category, for the second consecutive year. This recognition highlights Bidgely's role in supporting utilities like Avangrid's United Illuminating with advanced EV solutions aimed at optimizing energy consumption and improving grid reliability. The event, hosted by S&P Global Commodity Insights, honors innovation in various energy sectors. Winners will be announced on December 8 during a gala in New York City.
S&P Dow Jones Indices reported a net indicated dividend increase of $17.7 billion for Q3 2022, a slight rise from $17.6 billion in Q2 2022, but down from $20.9 billion in Q3 2021. U.S. common dividend increases totaled $19.1 billion, a 0.9% decrease quarter-over-quarter and a 14% decline year-over-year. The 12-month net dividend rate increase was $71.5 billion, up 16.4% from the previous year. Despite these gains, concerns over inflation and interest rate hikes have led to cautious growth in dividends, with projections indicating a potential record for Q4 2022.
The Board of Directors of S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI) has declared a cash dividend of $0.85 for the fourth quarter of 2022. This dividend is payable on December 12, 2022, to shareholders on record as of November 28, 2022. The annualized dividend rate stands at $3.40 per share. S&P Global has consistently paid dividends since 1937 and has increased its dividend annually for at least the last 49 years, showcasing a strong commitment to returning value to shareholders.
S&P Dow Jones Indices has launched the iBoxx EUR Corporates Net Zero 2050 Paris-Aligned ESG index, a new climate-focused bond index that enhances its Paris-Aligned and Climate Transition capabilities. This index tracks investment-grade corporate bonds while incorporating ESG factors, aiming to meet the standards for the EU's Paris-Aligned Benchmarks. It excludes constituents involved in controversial business practices or violations of the UN Global Compact principles. The index supports a sustainable investment strategy aligned with climate goals.
S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI) will announce its third quarter 2022 results on October 27, 2022, at approximately 7:15 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time. A conference call will follow at 8:30 a.m. to discuss the results, hosted by CEO Douglas L. Peterson and CFO Ewout Steenbergen. The call is open to all and may include forward-looking information. The webcast will be accessible live and as a replay on the Company's Investor Relations website.
For more details, visit www.spglobal.com.
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S&P Global Commodity Insights has announced the finalists for the 24th Annual Platts Global Energy Awards, featuring 168 finalists from 26 countries across Europe, Asia, and the Americas. The awards recognize innovation and leadership in the energy sector, with winners set to be revealed on December 8 at a gala in New York City. This year's theme is Committed.Connected.Charged., highlighting the industry's response to challenges like Europe's energy crisis. Categories include CEO of the Year and Energy Company of the Year.
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Auto Loan Default Rate at Highest Since March 2020
According to the latest data from S&P Dow Jones Indices and Experian for August 2022, the auto loan default rate increased to 0.72%, marking a six basis point rise, while the composite default rate remained stable at 0.57%. The bank card default rate experienced a slight decrease to 2.41%. Among major metropolitan areas, Dallas saw the largest increase in auto loan defaults, up to 0.69%. Meanwhile, both New York and Los Angeles recorded declines in their respective default rates.