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EFX·Equifax Inc.

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After Hours
High
$175.94
Open
$165.55
Market Cap
20.27B
52W High
$271.84
Low
$165.55
P. Close
$172.54
P/E
29.32
52W Low
$150.75
Fwd P/E
16.97
DailyIQ Est.
$215.63
Technical Score (1D)
55
BUY
News Sentiment
48
MIXED
Equifax has downgraded its Q3 revenue and earnings outlook after the sales team reported delays in signing new contracts. The company’s Q2 results largely matched forecasts, but the revised guidance signals a potential slowdown in the earnings trajectory for the remainder of the year. The contraction in top‑line growth is expected to weigh on investor sentiment over the next 1–10 trading days as the market digests the weaker outlook. The primary driver is the lag in contract finalization, which could push revenue growth below market expectations for the quarter. Investors should monitor the timeline for contract closures and any updates from the sales leadership that could alter the guidance. Watch for any subsequent earnings releases that might confirm or revise the revised outlook, as well as any commentary on the sales pipeline. A rapid acceleration in contract signing could mitigate the negative impact, while further delays could deepen concerns about the company’s growth prospects. Additionally, keep an eye on any shifts in market expectations for the broader credit‑risk and data‑services sector that may influence Equifax’s valuation. The next earnings call will be a key watch point for confirming the revised guidance and assessing the sales team’s progress. Finally, monitor any analyst revisions that may follow the updated outlook, as they can shape short‑term trading dynamics.
Earnings Summary
Equifax Inc. (EFX) is a global data and analytics firm that delivers workforce solutions, U.S. information services, and international credit and identity products, positioning it within the consulting services segment of the industrials sector. The company’s revenue streams are driven by subscription‑based credit information, fraud detection, and identity verification services, with a diversified geographic footprint that supports its long‑term growth prospects. In the most recent two quarters—Q1 2026 and Q2 2026—EFX reported EPS of $1.86 and $2.25, respectively, compared with $2.04 and $2.12 in Q3 2025 and Q4 2025, indicating a dip in profitability in the first quarter followed by a rebound in the second; revenue rose from $1.6489 billion in Q1 2026 to $1.7001 billion in Q2 2026, up from $1.5449 billion and $1.4194 billion in the prior two quarters, reflecting a steady top‑line expansion. Across the last six quarters, the firm beat earnings estimates in five of six periods—Q4 2024, Q1 2025, Q2 2025, Q3 2025, and Q2 2026—while missing in Q1 2026, underscoring a generally positive earnings trajectory with occasional volatility. Year‑over‑year, revenue has trended upward, growing from $1.419 billion in Q4 2024 to $1.700 billion in Q2 2026, while EPS has fluctuated around the $2.00 mark, reflecting the impact of sales pipeline delays and cost‑control initiatives. Recent analyst commentary highlights a downgrade of Q3 revenue and earnings outlook due to contract signing delays, a complex fixed‑rate debt issuance that has increased leverage and share‑price volatility, and a $750 million acquisition of Circulo de Credito that may influence future earnings; these developments suggest that investor sentiment will hinge on forthcoming guidance and debt‑servicing dynamics. Investors should watch for the next earnings call to assess whether guidance aligns with the recent revenue momentum, monitor updates on the sales pipeline and contract closures, and evaluate the impact of the new debt on interest expense and capital‑expenditure plans, as these factors will shape the company’s near‑term profitability and valuation profile.

EPS

EstBeatMiss
$1.28$1.55$1.83$2.10$2.38Q1'25Q2'25Q3'25Q1'26Q2'26Q3'26
QtrEstActual+/−
Q3'26$2.23 - -
Q2'26$2.20$2.25+2.3%
Q1'26$2.22$1.86-16.3%
Q3'25$1.94$2.04+5.3%
Q2'25$1.92$2.00+4.1%
Q1'25$1.40$1.53+9.0%

Revenue

EstBeatMiss
$1.4B$1.5B$1.6B$1.7B$1.8BQ1'25Q2'25Q3'25Q1'26Q2'26Q3'26
QtrEstActual+/−
Q3'26$1.7B - -
Q2'26$1.7B$1.7B-0.8%
Q1'26$1.7B$1.6B-2.6%
Q3'25 - $1.5B -
Q2'25 - $1.5B -
Q1'25 - $1.4B -
Full Earnings BreakdownEstimates, actuals, guidance, and historical context
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Market Data

EFX Stock Snapshot

EFX is currently trading at $172.54, giving Equifax Inc. a market cap of 20.27B and a P/E ratio of 29.3. Today's range spans $165.55–$175.94, with shares opening at $165.55 and moving up $0.00 (0.0%) from the prior close. DailyIQ's technical score sits at 55/100 (HOLD) with a news sentiment reading of 48/100.

Over the past year EFX has traded between $150.75 and $271.84 - the current price is +14.5% off the 52-week low and -36.5% from the high. 32 analysts cover the stock with a Buy consensus and a mean 12-month target of $210.52 (range $179.00–$245.00), implying upside of +22.0%.

EFX trades at $172.54 (near 52-week lows within $150.75–$271.84) - and the HOLD signal (55/100) reflects a market that's fairly priced relative to near-term expectations rather than one that's mispriced in either direction. (P/E: 29.3) At 20.27B in Industrials market cap, neutral sentiment (48/100) confirms the lack of near-term narrative catalyst. The thesis is intact; the timing is patient.

In neutral phases, large-cap Industrials names like EFX are often where sector rotation debates play out quietly — at 20.27B in capitalization, the stock receives incremental allocation from funds reducing mega-cap exposure without the volatility of a small-cap entry. The 55/100 (HOLD) and neutral sentiment (48/100) at $172.54 (near 52-week lows) describe a stock that is being considered rather than avoided.