S&P Global closed its $1.8 billion acquisition of private markets data firm With Intelligence on November 26, 2025, marking a strategic milestone under CEO Martina Cheung's growth strategy focused on 'essential intelligence' and high-growth data analytics. The deal bolsters SPGI's presence in the lucrative private markets segment and supports the company's pivot toward AI-powered data workflows and ESG analytics. SPGI stock closed at $495.61 on November 26 (+0.29%), and reached $502.00 on November 27 (+1.29%), reflecting investor confidence in the acquisition's strategic value. The stock has recovered from its 52-week low, supported by strong Q3 2025 results showing 9% revenue growth and 22% adjusted EPS growth to $4.73, with management raising full-year guidance to 7-8% revenue growth.