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Equifax Delivers Above Guidance Second Quarter Results; Returns Approximately $190 Million Cash to Shareholders

2025-07-22

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ATLANTA , July 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Equifax ® (NYSE: EFX) today announced financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2025.

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Second quarter 2025 revenue of $1.537 billion up 7% reported and 8% in local currency, and $27 million above the mid-point of our guidance, despite headwinds from U.S. Hiring and Mortgage markets. Second quarter U.S. Mortgage revenue up a strong 14% despite decline in underlying Mortgage market. Workforce Solutions second quarter revenue grew 8%. Verification Services revenue grew a strong 10%, with Non-Mortgage growth of 10% and Mortgage growth of 9%. USIS second quarter revenue grew a solid 9% with Mortgage revenue growth of 20% and Non-Mortgage revenue growth of over 4%. International second quarter revenue grew 4% on a reported basis with 6% on a local currency basis. New Product Innovation leveraging new EFX Cloud and EFX.AI delivered 14% new product Vitality Index, above our 10% LT Goal, with USIS VI of 10%, their highest ever. Returned approximately $190 million of cash to shareholders, including $127 million of share repurchases. Maintaining full-year 2025 constant dollar Guidance given uncertainties around economy and interest rates despite strong First Half results. Increasing full-year reported revenue by $35 million and Adjusted EPS by $0.03 per share for foreign exchange.

"Equifax delivered strong second quarter revenue of $1.537 billion , up 8% on a local currency basis and 7% on a reported basis that was $27 million above the mid-point of our April guidance. This was led by strong 14% U.S. Mortgage revenue growth and continued momentum in New Product Innovation with a Vitality Index of 14% despite headwinds from the U.S. Mortgage and Hiring markets. Workforce Solutions delivered 8% revenue growth, driven by Verification Services revenue growth of 10% led by Non-Mortgage revenue growth of 10% from strong double digit growth in the Government and Consumer Lending businesses. Mortgage revenue grew 9% despite continued weak Mortgage markets. USIS delivered solid revenue growth of 9%, above their 6 to 8% Long Term Financial Framework. USIS revenue growth was led by very strong Mortgage revenue growth of 20% and Non-Mortgage revenue growth of over 4%, led by strength in Auto. International delivered 6% local currency revenue growth led by Latin America and Europe . We were pleased with the strong Equifax results in a challenging and uncertain market environment," said Mark W. Begor , Equifax Chief Executive Officer.

"With the uncertainties in the economy and interest rates, we are maintaining our full-year 2025 local currency revenue Guidance midpoint expectation for local currency revenue growth of 6%. We are increasing our full-year Guidance for reported revenue by $35 million and Adjusted EPS by $0.03 per share for the impact of foreign exchange.

In 2025, we expect to deliver over $900 million of free cash flow and a cash conversion ratio of over 95%, in line with our Long Term Financial Framework. Given our strong free cash flow and balance sheet, we returned about $190 million of cash to shareholders in the second quarter, including $127 million in share repurchases under our new $3 billion share repurchase program. Our ability to deliver significant excess free cash flow to shareholders is a big milestone for Equifax as we move post-Cloud to fully focus on growth, innovation, new products, and free cash generation to continue investing in EFX for growth and return cash to shareholders.

We continued to execute very well against our EFX2027 Strategic Priorities in the quarter, despite market headwinds. We are pivoting to leveraging our new Cloud capabilities to accelerate New Product Innovation leveraging our differentiated data assets, and investing in new products, data, analytics, and EFX.AI capabilities which are expected to drive growth in 2025 and beyond. We are energized about the New Equifax that is expected to deliver higher growth, margins, and accelerating free cash flow, and returning cash to shareholders in the future."

Financial Results Summary

The Company reported revenue of $1,537.0 million in the second quarter of 2025, up 7% on a reported basis and up 8% on a local currency basis compared to the second quarter of 2024.

Net income attributable to Equifax of $191.3 million was up 17% in the second quarter of 2025 compared to $163.9 million in the second quarter of 2024.

Diluted EPS attributable to Equifax was $1.53 per share in the second quarter of 2025, up 17% compared to $1.31 per share in the second quarter of 2024.

Workforce Solutions second quarter results

Total revenue was $662.1 million in the second quarter of 2025, up 8% compared to the second quarter of 2024. Operating margin for Workforce Solutions was 46.4% in the second quarter of 2025 compared to 44.5% in the second quarter of 2024. Adjusted EBITDA margin for Workforce Solutions was 53.3% in the second quarter of 2025 compared to 52.8% in the second quarter of 2024. Verification Services revenue was $567.1 million , up 10% compared to the second quarter of 2024. Employer Services revenue was $95.0 million , down 2% compared to the second quarter of 2024.

USIS second quarter results

Total revenue was $521.5 million in the second quarter of 2025, up 9% compared to the second quarter of 2024. Operating margin for USIS was 22.6% in the second quarter of 2025 compared to 20.6% in the second quarter of 2024. Adjusted EBITDA margin for USIS was 35.0% in the second quarter of 2025 compared to 33.2% in the second quarter of 2024. Online Information Solutions revenue was $457.8 million , up 9% compared to the second quarter of 2024. Financial Marketing Services revenue was $63.7 million , up 6% compared to the second quarter of 2024.

International second quarter results

Total revenue was $353.4 million in the second quarter of 2025, up 4% and up 6% compared to the second quarter of 2024 on a reported and local currency basis, respectively. Operating margin for International was 10.9% in the second quarter of 2025 compared to 11.9% in the second quarter of 2024. Adjusted EBITDA margin for International was 26.4% in the second quarter of 2025 compared to 25.6% in the second quarter of 2024. Latin America revenue was $99.6 million , up 2% compared to the second quarter of 2024 on a reported basis and up 11% on a local currency basis. Europe revenue was $99.2 million , up 12% compared to the second quarter of 2024 on a reported basis and up 6% on a local currency basis. Asia Pacific revenue was $85.3 million , up 1% compared to the second quarter of 2024 on a reported basis and up 4% on a local currency basis. Canada revenue was $69.3 million , flat compared to the second quarter of 2024 on a reported basis and up 1% on a local currency basis.

Adjusted EPS and Adjusted EBITDA Margin

Adjusted EPS attributable to Equifax was $2.00 in the second quarter of 2025, up 10% compared to the second quarter of 2024. Adjusted EBITDA margin was 32.5% in the second quarter of 2025 compared to 32.0% in the second quarter of 2024. These financial measures exclude certain items as described further in the Non-GAAP Financial Measures section below.

| 2025 Third Quarter and Full Year Guidance | | | | | | | | | | Q3 2025 | | FY 2025 | | | | | | | Low-End | | High-End | | Low-End | | High-End | | Reported Revenue | $1.505 billion | | $1.535 billion | | $5.970 billion | | $6.040 billion | | Reported Revenue Growth | 4.4 % | | 6.5 % | | 5.1 % | | 6.3 % | | Local Currency Growth (1) | 4.4 % | | 6.5 % | | 5.4 % | | 6.6 % | | Organic Local Currency Growth (1) | 4.4 % | | 6.5 % | | 5.4 % | | 6.6 % | | Adjusted Earnings Per Share | $1.87 per share | | $1.97 per share | | $7.33 per share | | $7.63 per share |

| | | (1) Refer to page 8 for definitions. Additionally, the definitions can be found in the Non-GAAP Financial Measures below. |

About Equifax

At Equifax (NYSE: EFX), we believe knowledge drives progress. As a global data, analytics, and technology company, we play an essential role in the global economy by helping financial institutions, companies, employers, and government agencies make critical decisions with greater confidence. Our unique blend of differentiated data, analytics, and cloud technology drives insights to power decisions to move people forward. Headquartered in Atlanta and supported by nearly 15,000 employees worldwide, Equifax operates or has investments in 24 countries in North America , Central and South America , Europe , and the Asia Pacific region. For more information, visit www.equifax.com .

Earnings Conference Call and Audio Webcast

In conjunction with this release, Equifax will host a conference call on July 22, 2025 at 8:30 a.m. (ET) via a live audio webcast. To access the webcast and related presentation materials, go to the Investor Relations section of our website at www.equifax.com . The discussion will be available via replay at the same site shortly after the conclusion of the webcast. This press release is also available at that website.

Non-GAAP Financial Measures

This earnings release presents adjusted EPS attributable to Equifax which is diluted EPS attributable to Equifax adjusted (to the extent noted above for different periods) for acquisition-related amortization expense, accrual for legal and regulatory matters related to the 2017 cybersecurity incident, gain on sale of equity investment, foreign currency impact of certain intercompany loans, acquisition-related costs other than acquisition amortization, income tax effect of stock awards recognized upon vesting or settlement, Argentina highly inflationary foreign currency adjustment and realignment of resources and other costs. All adjustments are net of tax, with a reconciling item with the aggregated tax impact of the adjustments. This earnings release also presents (i) adjusted EBITDA and adjusted EBITDA margin which is defined as consolidated net income attributable to Equifax plus net interest expense, income taxes, depreciation and amortization, and also excludes certain one-time items, (ii) local currency revenue change which is calculated by conforming 2025 results using 2024 exchange rates, (iii) organic local currency revenue growth which is defined as local currency revenue growth, adjusted to reflect an increase in prior year Equifax revenue from the revenue of acquired companies in the prior year period, (iv) free cash flow, which is defined as cash provided by operating activities less capital expenditures, and (v) cash conversion, which is defined as the ratio of free cash flow to adjusted net income. These are important financial measures for Equifax but are not financial measures as defined by GAAP.

These non-GAAP financial measures should be reviewed in conjunction with the relevant GAAP financial measures and are not presented as an alternative measure of net income or EPS as determined in accordance with GAAP.

Reconciliations of these non-GAAP financial measures to the most directly comparable GAAP financial measures and related notes are presented in the Q&A. This information can also be found under "Investor Relations/Financial Information/Non-GAAP Financial Measures" on our website at www.equifax.com .

Forward-Looking Statements

This release contains forward-looking statements and forward-looking information. These statements can be identified by expressions of belief, expectation or intention, as well as statements that are not historical fact. These statements are based on certain factors and assumptions including with respect to foreign exchange rates, revenue growth, results of operations and financial performance, strategic initiatives, business plans, prospects and opportunities, the U.S. mortgage market, economic conditions and effective tax rates.

While Equifax believes these factors and assumptions to be reasonable based on information currently available, they may prove to be incorrect. Several factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied in the forward-looking statements. These factors relate to (i) actions taken by us, including, but not limited to, restructuring actions, strategic initiatives (such as our cloud technology transformation), capital investments and asset acquisitions or dispositions, as well as (ii) developments beyond our control, including, but not limited to, changes in the U.S. mortgage market environment and changes more generally in U.S. and worldwide economic conditions (such as changes in interest rates and inflation levels and the evolving impact of tariffs) that materially impact consumer spending, home prices, investment values, consumer debt, unemployment rates and the demand for Equifax's products and services. Deteriorations in economic conditions or increases in interest rates could lead to a decline in demand for our products and services and negatively impact our business. It may also impact financial markets and corporate credit markets, which could adversely impact our access to financing or the terms of any financing.

Other risk factors relevant to our business include: (i) any compromise of Equifax, customer or consumer information due to security breaches and other disruptions to our information technology infrastructure; (ii) the failure to achieve and maintain key industry or technical certifications; (iii) the failure to realize the anticipated benefits of our cloud technology transformation strategy; (iv) operational disruptions and strain on our resources caused by our transition to cloud-based technologies; (v) our ability to meet customer requirements for high system availability and response time performance; (vi) effects on our business if we provide inaccurate or unreliable data to customers; (vii) our ability to maintain access to credit, employment, financial and other data from external sources; (viii) the impact of competition; (ix) our ability to maintain relationships with key customers and business partners; (x) our ability to successfully introduce new products, services and analytical capabilities; (xi) the impact on the demand for some of our products and services due to the availability of free or less expensive consumer information; (xii) our ability to comply with our obligations under settlement agreements arising out of a material cybersecurity incident in 2017; (xiii) potential adverse developments in new and pending legal proceedings, government investigations and regulatory enforcement actions; (xiv) changes in, and the effects of, laws, regulations and government policies governing our business, including oversight by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau in the U.S., the U.K. Financial Conduct Authority and Information Commissioner's Office in the U.K., and the Office of Australian Information Commission and the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission in Australia ; (xv) the impact of privacy, cybersecurity or other data-related laws and regulations; (xvi) the economic, political and other risks associated with international sales and operations; (xvii) the impact on our reputation and business from our responsible business commitments and disclosures; (xviii) our ability to realize the anticipated strategic and financial benefits from our acquisitions, joint ventures and other alliances; (xix) any damage to our reputation due to our dependence on outsourcing certain portions of our operations; (xx) the termination or suspension of our government contracts; (xxi) the impact of infringement or misappropriation of intellectual property by us against third parties or by third parties against us; (xxii) an increase in our cost of borrowing and our ability to access the capital markets due to a credit rating downgrade; (xxiii) our ability to hire and retain key personnel; (xxiv) the impact of adverse changes in the financial markets and corresponding effects on our retirement and post-retirement pension plans; (xxv) the impact of health epidemics, pandemics and similar outbreaks on our business; and (xxvi) risks associated with our use of certain artificial intelligence and machine learning models and systems.

A summary of additional risks and uncertainties can be found in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024 including without limitation under the captions "Item 1. Business -- Governmental Regulation," "-- Forward-Looking Statements" and "Item 1A. Risk Factors" and in our other filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Forward-looking statements are given only as at the date of this release and Equifax disclaims any obligation to update or revise the forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law.

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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME | | | | | | | | Three Months Ended June 30, | | | | | | 2025 | | 2024 | | (In millions, except per share amounts) | | (Unaudited) | | | | Operating revenue | | $ 1,537.0 | | $ 1,430.5 | | Operating expenses: | | | | | | Cost of services (exclusive of depreciation and amortization below) | | 664.6 | | 630.9 | | Selling, general and administrative expenses | | 384.2 | | 352.6 | | Depreciation and amortization | | 177.4 | | 164.8 | | Total operating expenses | | 1,226.2 | | 1,148.3 | | Operating income | | 310.8 | | 282.2 | | Interest expense | | (53.1) | | (57.3) | | Other income (expense), net | | 3.6 | | (0.3) | | Consolidated income before income taxes | | 261.3 | | 224.6 | | Provision for income taxes | | (68.7) | | (59.4) | | Consolidated net income | | 192.6 | | 165.2 | | Less: Net income attributable to noncontrolling interests including redeemable noncontrolling interests | | (1.3) | | (1.3) | | Net income attributable to Equifax | | $ 191.3 | | $ 163.9 | | Basic earnings per common share: | | | | | | Net income attributable to Equifax | | $ 1.54 | | $ 1.32 | | Weighted-average shares used in computing basic earnings per share | | 124.0 | | 123.7 | | Diluted earnings per common share: | | | | | | Net income attributable to Equifax | | $ 1.53 | | $ 1.31 | | Weighted-average shares used in computing diluted earnings per share | | 125.0 | | 124.8 | | | | | | | | Dividends per common share | | $ 0.50 | | $ 0.39 |

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CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS | | | | | | | | June 30, 2025 | | December 31, 2024 | | (In millions, except par values) | | (Unaudited) | | | | ASSETS | | | | | | Current assets: | | | | | | Cash and cash equivalents | | $ 189.0 | | $ 169.9 | | Trade accounts receivable, net of allowance for doubtful accounts of $18.8 and $16.9 at June 30, 2025 and December 31, 2024, respectively | | 1,038.9 | | 957.6 | | Prepaid expenses | | 153.7 | | 134.9 | | Other current assets | | 120.2 | | 98.2 | | Total current assets | | 1,501.8 | | 1,360.6 | | Property and equipment: | | | | | | Capitalized internal-use software and system costs | | 2,929.9 | | 2,817.5 | | Data processing equipment and furniture | | 246.9 | | 229.6 | | Land, buildings and improvements | | 286.2 | | 285.0 | | Total property and equipment | | 3,463.0 | | 3,332.1 | | Less accumulated depreciation and amortization | | (1,550.2) | | (1,440.2) | | Total property and equipment, net | | 1,912.8 | | 1,891.9 | | Goodwill | | 6,655.2 | | 6,547.8 | | Indefinite-lived intangible assets | | 94.8 | | 94.7 | | Purchased intangible assets, net | | 1,425.5 | | 1,521.0 | | Other assets, net | | 327.8 | | 343.4 | | Total assets | | $ 11,917.9 | | $ 11,759.4 | | LIABILITIES AND EQUITY | | | | | | Current liabilities: | | | | | | Short-term debt and current maturities of long-term debt | | $ 847.0 | | $ 687.7 | | Accounts payable | | 172.1 | | 138.2 | | Accrued expenses | | 269.7 | | 251.1 | | Accrued salaries and bonuses | | 159.4 | | 215.8 | | Deferred revenue | | 112.6 | | 115.5 | | Other current liabilities | | 384.7 | | 403.2 | | Total current liabilities | | 1,945.5 | | 1,811.5 | | Long-term debt | | 4,051.0 | | 4,322.8 | | Deferred income tax liabilities, net | | 339.1 | | 351.6 | | Long-term pension and other postretirement benefit liabilities | | 105.2 | | 106.7 | | Other long-term liabilities | | 241.3 | | 247.2 | | Total liabilities | | 6,682.1 | | 6,839.8 | | Redeemable noncontrolling interests | | 116.1 | | 105.2 | | Equifax shareholders' equity: | | | | | | Preferred stock, $0.01 par value: Authorized shares - 10.0; Issued shares - none | | — | | — | | Common stock, $1.25 par value: Authorized shares - 300.0;