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JLL delivers record Q3, raises EPS guidance, announces $500M buyback

Oct 28, 2026, 7:36 AM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed

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Strong beat-and-raise combined with an explicit buyback signal tends to drive near-term upside, reduce float, and support multiple expansion in a high-leverage growth services firm like JLL. Historical parallels show stock rallies on accelerated buybacks paired with margin expansion and solid cash flow.

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JLL reported a record third quarter with revenue of $7.28B and GAAP EPS of $6.85, plus Adjusted EBITDA of $460.2M. The company raised its full-year Adjusted EPS target and disclosed an imminent $500M accelerated share repurchase, signaling confidence in robust cash flow and margin leverage into year-end. Broad-based growth across Advisory, Real Estate Management Services, and Capital Markets underpins the positive outlook.

Q3 2026 revenue $7.281B, up 12% YoY; diluted EPS $6.85; adjusted EPS $16.76.
Nine months revenue $20.596B; Adjusted EBITDA $1.120B; margin expansion driven by leverage.
Real Estate Management Services revenue $5.497B; Leasing Advisory +27%; Capital Markets +21%.
Imminent $500M accelerated share repurchase; total 2026 buybacks >$1B; $2.5B remaining authorization.

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