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Updated: April 19 – 2025
Thomson Reuters, the Toronto-based content and technology firm, has reported a 5% increase in fourth-quarter revenue, reaching $1.909 billion, slightly surpassing analyst expectations. The company also announced a 29% rise in operating profit, totaling $722 million, attributed in part to the sale of its FindLaw division. Adjusted earnings per share stood at $1.01, exceeding the anticipated $0.96.
Looking ahead, Thomson Reuters has raised its organic revenue growth forecast for 2025 to a range of 7% to 7.5%, up from the 7% growth observed in 2024. The company anticipates further acceleration in 2026, projecting growth between 7.5% and 8%.
A significant driver of this optimistic outlook is the company’s ongoing investment in artificial intelligence. In 2024, Thomson Reuters allocated over $200 million toward AI initiatives and plans to maintain this level of investment in 2025. These efforts aim to enhance services for legal, tax, and accounting professionals, aligning with the company’s strategy to evolve into a content-driven technology provider.
Recent acquisitions, including the AI-focused startup Materia and cPaperless, LLC—owner of SafeSend, a technology provider for tax and accounting businesses—underscore Thomson Reuters’ commitment to expanding its technological capabilities. The company has indicated it has approximately $10 billion available for potential acquisitions through 2027.
Thomson Reuters’ strategic investments in AI position the company to capitalize on the growing demand for intelligent solutions in professional services. By enhancing its product offerings with advanced technologies, the company aims to strengthen its market position and drive sustained revenue growth.
For investors, Thomson Reuters’ proactive approach to integrating AI into its core services signals a forward-thinking strategy poised to deliver long-term value. The company’s solid financial performance, coupled with its commitment to innovation and strategic acquisitions, presents a compelling case for confidence in its future prospects.
Source: Reuters
