Equifax Inc.
NYSE: EFX
Stock price
185.58 USD
(+0%) TODAY
Financial Performance
5Y price score: (38)
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10Y return: 52.1%
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150.7
52-week range
271.8
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Forecast:
Valuation
Free Cash Flow Yield
4.9 %
Dividend Yield TTM
1.1 %
Market cap $
$ 21,803
Price / Earnings TTM
32.6
Price / Book TTM
5
PEG TTM
3.3
Earnings growth and return
LTM
5YR
10YR
Total return (price & dividends)
(26) %
(25.5) %
52.1 %
Free cash flow per share growth
40.4 %
113.8 %
85.4 %
Earnings per share growth
9.9 %
25.5 %
49.9 %
Founded: 1,899
Employees: 15,000
Business Summary:
Latest Earnings Call Takeaways
2026 Q2 (Jul 21, 2026)
1) Strong Financial Performance
- Equifax reported Q2 2026 revenue of $1.7 billion, up 11% YoY, exceeding guidance by $5 million.
- Adjusted EPS grew 13% to $2.25, also above guidance.
- EBITDA was $552 million, reflecting a 10.5% increase, with an EBITDA margin of 32.5%.
- The company returned $366 million to shareholders, including $300 million in share repurchases.
2) Segment Highlights and Growth Drivers
- Workforce Solutions (EWS) revenue grew 7%, driven by strong performance in talent solutions and consumer lending.
- U.S. mortgage revenue surged 25%, outperforming expectations despite a challenging mortgage market.
- USIS revenue increased 17%, with diversified markets growing 6%.
- International revenue was up 4%, although market weaknesses in Canada and the U.K. impacted growth.
3) Strategic Initiatives and AI Implementation
- Equifax is accelerating AI deployment, with 54 new AI-enabled products launched in the first half of 2026.
- The company doubled its AI productivity goal from $75 million to $150 million in savings expected by 2028.
- The Vitality Index for new products reached 16%, indicating strong growth and innovation.
- The acquisition of Círculo de Crédito for $750 million is expected to enhance Equifax's position in the Mexican market.
4) Challenges and Market Conditions
- The ongoing Middle East conflict has contributed to inflationary pressures, particularly affecting lower-income consumers.
- The U.S. mortgage market remains volatile, with rising interest rates impacting origination volumes.
- Despite these challenges, Equifax has not seen significant credit line reductions from financial institutions, indicating stable consumer credit conditions.
5) Guidance and Future Outlook
- Equifax maintained its full-year 2026 guidance, expecting revenue growth of 7.2%-8.4% excluding FICO mortgage royalties.
- Q3 2026 revenue is projected between $1.68 billion and $1.71 billion, with EBITDA margins expected around 32.8%.
- The company anticipates strong free cash flow of over $1 billion in 2026, with cash conversion exceeding 100%.
Bottom line: Equifax's strong Q2 performance, driven by strategic AI initiatives and robust revenue growth across segments, positions the company well for future growth, despite facing macroeconomic challenges. The commitment to shareholder returns and the successful acquisition of Círculo de Crédito further enhance its long-term value proposition.
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Equifax Inc. is a company. Founded in 1899. As of August 14, 2026, the company's market capitalization is $21802847000 with a current stock price of $185.58.