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The Interpublic Group of Companies, Inc.(IPG)Earnings, Financials & Key Ratios
IPG•NYSE
$24.57
13.4× P/E·Price updated Jun 20, 2026
SectorCommunication ServicesIndustryAdvertising & MarketingSub-IndustryAdvertising and marketing holding companies
AboutThe Interpublic Group of Companies, Inc. provides advertising and marketing services worldwide. It operates in two segments, Integrated Agency Networks (IAN) and IPG DXTRA. The company offers consumer advertising, digital marketing, communications planning and media buying, public relations, and specialized communications disciplines, as well as data science services. It also provides various diversified services, including meeting and event production, sports and entertainment marketing, corporate and brand identity, and strategic marketing consulting. The company was formerly known as McCann-Erickson Incorporated and changed its name to The Interpublic Group of Companies, Inc. in January 1961. The Interpublic Group of Companies, Inc. was founded in 1902 and is headquartered in New York, New York.Show more
- Revenue$10.69B-1.8%
- EBITDA$1.46B-16.3%
- Net Income$690M-37.2%
- EPS (Diluted)1.83-35.8%
- Gross Margin17.02%+2.2%
- EBITDA Margin13.68%-14.8%
- Operating Margin11.25%-17.3%
- Net Margin6.45%-36.1%
- ROE17.33%-38.5%
IPG Price & Volume
The Interpublic Group of Companies, Inc. (IPG) stock price & volume — 10-year historical chart
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Cyclical Revenue Contraction Challenges Margin Stability
Investment Thesis • Updated 2025Q3
VerdictNeutral
Growth:Contracting
Profitability:Strained
Financial:Healthy
Cash Flow:Mixed
Primary Risk:Cyclical Client Budget Contraction
Key Thesis Takeaways
- IPG faces persistent top-line headwinds, evidenced by a 5.1% year-over-year revenue decline in 2025Q3, which complicates the firm's ability to maintain consistent profitability.
- While the company maintains a disciplined debt-to-equity ratio of 1.12, the reliance on $4.8 billion in goodwill and volatile working capital cycles suggests significant operational risk.
- Investors should monitor whether the firm's data-centric strategy can eventually offset cyclical client budget contractions that have caused operating margins to swing from 19.9% in 2024Q4 to 8.8% in 2025Q3.
Verdict Logic
while the stock trades at a forward P/E of 7.78 and offers a 5.4% dividend yield, the ongoing 5.1% revenue contraction and volatile cash conversion suggest that fundamental stability has not yet been established.
IPG Growth Metrics
The Interpublic Group of Companies, Inc. (IPG) revenue, earnings & EPS growth — 3, 5 & 10-year CAGR
Revenue CAGR
10 Years3.56%
5 Years0.9%
3 Years1.45%
TTM-5.96%
Profit CAGR
10 Years3.75%
5 Years1%
3 Years-10.22%
TTM-31.75%
EPS CAGR
10 Years5.03%
5 Years1.73%
3 Years-8.51%
TTM-31.24%
Return on Capital
10 Years15.45%
5 Years13.86%
3 Years15.29%
Last Year13.75%
IPG Recent Earnings
The Interpublic Group of Companies, Inc. (IPG) EPS & revenue vs analyst estimates — last 4 quarters
●Beat EPS 7/12 qtrs (58%)●Beat Revenue 12/12 qtrs (100%)
Q4 2025Latest
Nov 10, 2025Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.73+2.8%
$0.71
Rev
$2.5B+2.1%
$2.4B
Q3 2025
Jul 22, 2025Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.75+33.5%
$0.56
Rev
$2.5B+17.0%
$2.2B
Q2 2025
Apr 24, 2025Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.33+26.9%
$0.26
Rev
$2.3B+17.1%
$2.0B
Q1 2025
Feb 12, 2025Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$1.11-3.5%
$1.15
Rev
$2.9B+34.7%
$2.1B
| Quarter | Date | EPS (Act vs Est) | Revenue (Act vs Est) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q4 2025Latest | Nov 10, 2025 | $0.73vs $0.71+2.8% | $2.5Bvs $2.4B+2.1% |
| Q3 2025 | Jul 22, 2025 | $0.75vs $0.56+33.5% | $2.5Bvs $2.2B+17.0% |
| Q2 2025 | Apr 24, 2025 | $0.33vs $0.26+26.9% | $2.3Bvs $2.0B+17.1% |
| Q1 2025 | Feb 12, 2025 | $1.11vs $1.15-3.5% | $2.9Bvs $2.1B+34.7% |
Based on last 12 quarters of dataView full earnings history →
Peers Comparison
Key metrics vs top competitors for The Interpublic Group of Companies, Inc. (IPG)
| Company | Price | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | Rev Growth (1Y) | Net Margin | ROE | Div Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $24.57 | $8.93B | 13.43 | -1.81% | 6.45% | 17.33% | 5.35% | |
| $80.84 | $23.04B | -299.41 | 10.09% | 0.32% | 0.75% | — | |
| $17.81 | $3.84B | -13.30 | -8.08% | 1.16% | 9.43% | — | |
| $9.66 | $185.24M | -1.54 | -8.23% | -13.74% | -39.22% | — | |
| $105.93 | $1.72B | 18.14 | 14.34% | 5.97% | 21.83% | — | |
| $2.54 | $225.91M | -7.47 | 10.64% | -10.27% | -16.3% | — |
Compare IPG vs Peers
The Interpublic Group of Companies, Inc. (IPG) vs competitors — business, growth, and fundamentals comparison against the closest industry rivals.
IPG SEC Filings & Documents
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IPG Frequently Asked Questions
The Interpublic Group of Companies, Inc. (IPG) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained
Growth & Financials
What is The Interpublic Group of Companies, Inc.'s revenue?
The Interpublic Group of Companies, Inc. (IPG) reported $10.21B in revenue for fiscal year 2024. This represents a 368% increase from $2.18B in 1995.
How fast is The Interpublic Group of Companies, Inc. growing?
The Interpublic Group of Companies, Inc. (IPG) saw revenue decline by 1.8% over the past year.
Is IPG profitable?
Yes, The Interpublic Group of Companies, Inc. (IPG) is profitable, generating $551.6M in net income for fiscal year 2024 (6.4% net margin).
Dividend & Returns
Does IPG pay dividends?
Yes, The Interpublic Group of Companies, Inc. (IPG) pays a dividend with a yield of 5.35%. This makes it attractive for income-focused investors.
What is IPG's return on equity?
The Interpublic Group of Companies, Inc. (IPG) has a return on equity (ROE) of 17.3%. This is reasonable for most industries.
What is The Interpublic Group of Companies, Inc.'s free cash flow?
The Interpublic Group of Companies, Inc. (IPG) generated $806.8M in free cash flow for fiscal year 2024. Positive FCF indicates the company can fund dividends, buybacks, or reinvestment.