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Along with Experian and TransUnion, Equifax is one of the leading credit bureaus in the United States. Equifax's credit reports provide credit histories on millions of consumers, and the firm's services are critical to lenders' credit decisions. In addition, over 40% of the firm's revenue comes from workforce solutions, which provides income verification and employer human resources services. Equifax generates just over 20% of its revenue from outside the United States.

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RBC Capital analyst Ashish Sabadra reiterates Equifax (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EFX#NYSE">EFX</a>) with a Outperform and maintains $300 price target.

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RBC Capital Reiterates Outperform on Equifax, Maintains $300 Price Target

During the last three months, 10 analysts shared their evaluations of Equifax (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EFX#NYSE">EFX</a>), revealing diverse outlooks from bullish to bearish.
The table below offers a condensed view of their recent ratings, showcasing the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
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<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">5</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts provide deeper insights through their assessments of 12-month price targets, revealing an average target of $296.3, a high estimate of $325.00, and a low estimate of $260.00. This current average represents a 5.61% decrease from the previous average price target of $313.90. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1745409702_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Deciphering Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Analysis</h2>
The analysis of recent analyst actions sheds light on the perception of Equifax by financial experts. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
&#x7C; Analyst &#x7C; Analyst Firm &#x7C; Action Taken &#x7C; Rating &#x7C;Current Price Target&#x7C; Prior Price Target &#x7C; 
&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;---------------&#x7C;---------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C; 
&#x7C;Kyle Peterson &#x7C;Needham &#x7C;Maintains &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $295.00&#x7C;$295.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Jason Haas &#x7C;Wells Fargo &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Overweight &#x7C; $284.00&#x7C;$313.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Manav Patnaik &#x7C;Barclays &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Equal-Weight &#x7C; $260.00&#x7C;$325.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Manav Patnaik &#x7C;Barclays &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Overweight &#x7C; $325.00&#x7C;$335.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Owen Lau &#x7C;Oppenheimer &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Outperform &#x7C; $279.00&#x7C;$286.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Kevin Mcveigh &#x7C;UBS &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $310.00&#x7C;$335.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Shlomo Rosenbaum &#x7C;Stifel &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $281.00&#x7C;$284.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Kyle Peterson &#x7C;Needham &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $300.00&#x7C;$325.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Jason Haas &#x7C;Wells Fargo &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Overweight &#x7C; $313.00&#x7C;$321.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Toni Kaplan &#x7C;Morgan Stanley &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Overweight &#x7C; $316.00&#x7C;$320.00 &#x7C;
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: In response to dynamic market conditions and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their reaction to recent developments related to Equifax. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Unveiling insights, analysts deliver qualitative insights into stock performance, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Equifax compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts navigate through adjustments in price targets, providing estimates for Equifax's future value. Comparing current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations.</li>
</ul>
Analyzing these analyst evaluations alongside relevant financial metrics can provide a comprehensive view of Equifax's market position. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
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<h2>About Equifax</h2>
Along with Experian and TransUnion, Equifax is one of the leading credit bureaus in the United States. Equifax's credit reports provide credit histories on millions of consumers, and the firm's services are critical to lenders' credit decisions. In addition, over 40% of the firm's revenue comes from workforce solutions, which provides income verification and employer human resources services. Equifax generates just over 20% of its revenue from outside the United States.
<h3>Financial Insights: Equifax</h3>
Market Capitalization: Surpassing industry standards, the company's market capitalization asserts its dominance in terms of size, suggesting a robust market position.
Revenue Growth: Equifax's revenue growth over a period of 3M has been noteworthy. As of 31 December, 2024, the company achieved a revenue growth rate of approximately 7.0%. This indicates a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the revenue growth lags behind its industry peers. The company achieved a growth rate lower than the average among peers in Industrials sector.
Net Margin: Equifax's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional net margin, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable net margin of 12.26%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Equifax's ROE is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of 3.59%, the company may encounter challenges in delivering satisfactory returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of 1.44%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns from its assets.
Debt Management: Equifax's debt-to-equity ratio is below industry norms, indicating a sound financial structure with a ratio of 1.04.
<h2>The Core of Analyst Ratings: What Every Investor Should Know</h2>
Analysts work in banking and financial systems and typically specialize in reporting for stocks or defined sectors. Analysts may attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter.
Some analysts also offer predictions for helpful metrics such as earnings, revenue, and growth estimates to provide further guidance as to what to do with certain tickers. It is important to keep in mind that while stock and sector analysts are specialists, they are also human and can only forecast their beliefs to traders.
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Demystifying Equifax: Insights From 10 Analyst Reviews

Needham analyst Kyle Peterson reiterates Equifax (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EFX#NYSE">EFX</a>) with a Buy and maintains $295 price target.

Needham Reiterates Buy on Equifax, Maintains $295 Price Target

After Monday&#8217;s broad-based sell-off — triggered by renewed pressure from President Donald Trump on Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell, raising concerns over the integrity of central bank independence — Wall Street bounced back with strength on Tuesday, buoyed by upbeat signals from <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/earnings">the corporate earnings season.</a>
By midday in New York, major indices were up by nearly 3%, with all 11 sectors of the S&amp;P 500 trading in positive territory. Consumer discretionary stocks led the rally.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average surged over 1,000 points, breaking above the 39,200 mark, as bullish momentum swept across Wall Street. Only a few S&amp;P 500 stocks remained in negative territory.
At a JPMorgan-hosted event in Washington, U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent hinted at a potential de-escalation in tensions with China, further supporting risk sentiment.
Shares of Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) surged nearly 5% as investors looked ahead to the company's first-quarter earnings report, due after the closing bell.
In the bond market, after two sessions of rising Treasury yields, a modest pullback suggested some investors saw an opportunity to buy as long-dated yields neared the 5% threshold.
On the commodities front, gold briefly touched $3,500 per ounce overnight before retreating to $3,420 amid an improvement in equity market sentiment. Oil jumped 2.3%, with WTI crude reaching $64 per barrel, while copper gained 2.8%.
The cryptocurrency market also reflected a broader risk-on mood. Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) rallied 4% to $91,000, while Ethereum (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/eth/usd">ETH</a>) advanced more than 7% to $1,700.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Tuesday&#8217;s Performance In Major U.S. Indices, ETFs</h1>
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<td>Major Indices</td>
<td>Price</td>
<td>Chg</td>
<td>1-day %</td>
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<td>Nasdaq 100</td>
<td>18,321.10</td>
<td>+512.80</td>
<td>2.9%</td>
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<td>Dow Jones</td>
<td>39,215.87</td>
<td>+1,045.46</td>
<td>2.7%</td>
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<td>S&amp;P 500</td>
<td>5,297.34</td>
<td>+139.14</td>
<td>2.7%</td>
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<td>Russell 2000</td>
<td>1,889.24</td>
<td>+48.92</td>
<td>2.7%</td>
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<figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Updated by 12:10 p.m. ET</figcaption></figure>
According to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/?utm_source=BZprocontent&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1">Benzinga Pro</a>&nbsp;data:
<ul>
<li>The&nbsp;SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) rallied 2.7% to $527.95.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIA#NYSE">DIA</a>) rose 3.9% to $392.14.</li>
<li>The tech-heavy&nbsp;Invesco QQQ Trust Series&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>)&nbsp;rose 3% to $446.20.</li>
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<li>The&nbsp;Consumer Discretionary&nbsp;Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLY#NYSE">XLY</a>) outperformed, up 3.8%. </li>
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<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Tuesday&#8217;s Stock Movers</h1>
Stocks reacting to quarterly earnings included: 
<ul>
<li>General Electric Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GE#NYSE">GE</a>) up 4.8%</li>
<li>Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VZ#NYSE">VZ</a>) up 0.5%,</li>
<li>RTX Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RTX#NYSE">RTX</a>) down 8.7%</li>
<li>Danaher Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DHR#NYSE">DHR</a>) up 6.6%, </li>
<li>Lockheed Martin Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LMT#NYSE">LMT</a>) up 2.4%, </li>
<li>Moody&#8217;s Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MCO#NYSE">MCO</a>) up 3%</li>
<li>3M Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MMM#NYSE">MMM</a>) up 8%</li>
<li>Northrop Grumman Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NOC#NYSE">NOC</a>) down 13%</li>
<li>Equifax Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EFX#NYSE">EFX</a>) up 14%. </li>
<li>Halliburton Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HAL#NYSE">HAL</a>) down 4.9%. </li>
</ul>
Shares of First Solar Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FSLR#NASDAQ">FSLR</a>) soared 12% as the U.S. administration imposed tariffs up to 3,521% on solar imports from Southeast Asia. 
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">S&amp;P 500&#8217;s Top 5 Gainers</h1>
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<td>Equifax Inc. </td>
<td>14.34%</td>
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<td>First Solar, Inc. </td>
<td>12.35%</td>
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<td>Pentair plc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PNR#NYSE">PNR</a>)</td>
<td>9.59%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Invesco Ltd. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IVZ#NYSE">IVZ</a>)</td>
<td>9.17%</td>
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<td>PulteGroup, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PHM#NYSE">PHM</a>)</td>
<td>8.30%</td>
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• Kimberly-Clark (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KMB#NYSE">KMB</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $1.89 per share on revenue of $4.88 billion. 
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• Pentair (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PNR#NYSE">PNR</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $1.01 per share on revenue of $988.89 million. 
• Quest Diagnostics (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DGX#NYSE">DGX</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $2.15 per share on revenue of $2.63 billion. 
• Halliburton (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HAL#NYSE">HAL</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.60 per share on revenue of $5.28 billion. 
• MSCI (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSCI#NYSE">MSCI</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $3.91 per share on revenue of $744.21 million. 
• Northrop Grumman (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NOC#NYSE">NOC</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $6.26 per share on revenue of $9.93 billion. 
• 3M (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MMM#NYSE">MMM</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $1.77 per share on revenue of $5.75 billion. 
• Equifax (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EFX#NYSE">EFX</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $1.40 per share on revenue of $1.42 billion. 
• PulteGroup (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PHM#NYSE">PHM</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $2.42 per share on revenue of $3.82 billion. 
• GE Aerospace (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GE#NYSE">GE</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $1.26 per share on revenue of $9.00 billion. 
• Elevance Health (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ELV#NYSE">ELV</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $11.38 per share on revenue of $46.29 billion. 
• Synchrony Financial (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SYF#NYSE">SYF</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $1.67 per share on revenue of $4.56 billion. 
• Danaher (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DHR#NYSE">DHR</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $1.64 per share on revenue of $5.58 billion. 
• Lotus Technology (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LOT#NASDAQ">LOT</a>) is estimated to report earnings for its fourth quarter. 
• United Community Banks (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UCB#NYSE">UCB</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.56 per share on revenue of $247.09 million. 
• Invesco (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IVZ#NYSE">IVZ</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.38 per share on revenue of $1.11 billion. 
• Iridium Communications (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IRDM#NASDAQ">IRDM</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.28 per share on revenue of $211.78 million. 
• Hope Bancorp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HOPE#NASDAQ">HOPE</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.19 per share on revenue of $114.97 million. 
• Dime Community Bancshares (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DCOM#NASDAQ">DCOM</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.58 per share on revenue of $105.70 million. 
• Old National (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ONB#NASDAQ">ONB</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.43 per share on revenue of $478.24 million. 
<h3>Companies Reporting After The Bell</h3>
• SAP (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SAP#NYSE">SAP</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $1.42 per share on revenue of $9.07 billion. 
• Capital One Finl (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COF#NYSE">COF</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $3.75 per share on revenue of $10.06 billion. 
• Chubb (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CB#NYSE">CB</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $3.22 per share on revenue of $11.22 billion. 
• Orrstown Financial Servs (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ORRF#NASDAQ">ORRF</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.93 per share on revenue of $54.62 million. 
• Pathward Financial (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CASH#NASDAQ">CASH</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $2.78 per share on revenue of $259.27 million. 
• First Bank (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FRBA#NASDAQ">FRBA</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.39 per share on revenue of $32.78 million. 
• Renasant (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RNST#NYSE">RNST</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.61 per share on revenue of $170.28 million. 
• Steel Dynamics (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STLD#NASDAQ">STLD</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $1.85 per share on revenue of $4.24 billion. 
• Intuitive Surgical (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ISRG#NASDAQ">ISRG</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $1.73 per share on revenue of $2.19 billion. 
• EQT (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EQT#NYSE">EQT</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.91 per share on revenue of $2.00 billion. 
• Packaging Corp of America (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PKG#NYSE">PKG</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $2.22 per share on revenue of $2.12 billion. 
• PennyMac Financial Servs (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PFSI#NYSE">PFSI</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $2.82 per share on revenue of $517.92 million. 
• PennyMac Mortgage IT (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PMT#NYSE">PMT</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.39 per share on revenue of $92.33 million. 
• QCR Hldgs (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QCRH#NASDAQ">QCRH</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $1.51 per share on revenue of $94.26 million. 
• Hanmi Financial (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HAFC#NASDAQ">HAFC</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.57 per share on revenue of $63.43 million. 
• Monarch Casino &amp; Resort (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MCRI#NASDAQ">MCRI</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $1.03 per share on revenue of $123.82 million. 
• Pegasystems (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PEGA#NASDAQ">PEGA</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.50 per share on revenue of $357.20 million. 
• Baker Hughes (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BKR#NASDAQ">BKR</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.48 per share on revenue of $6.52 billion. 
• Zurn Elkay Water Solns (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZWS#NYSE">ZWS</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.29 per share on revenue of $383.55 million. 
• Usana Health Sciences (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/USNA#NYSE">USNA</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.74 per share on revenue of $243.08 million. 
• Veritex Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VBTX#NASDAQ">VBTX</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.51 per share on revenue of $110.68 million. 
• Enphase Energy (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ENPH#NASDAQ">ENPH</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.76 per share on revenue of $361.15 million. 
• First Busey (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BUSE#NASDAQ">BUSE</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.50 per share on revenue of $117.56 million. 
• West Fraser Timber (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WFG#NYSE">WFG</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.56 per share on revenue of $1.53 billion. 
• Weatherford International (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WFRD#NASDAQ">WFRD</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.89 per share on revenue of $1.21 billion. 
• Range Resources (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RRC#NYSE">RRC</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.89 per share on revenue of $803.02 million. 
• Agree Realty (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ADC#NYSE">ADC</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $1.05 per share on revenue of $166.00 million. 
• National Bank Holdings (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NBHC#NYSE">NBHC</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.75 per share on revenue of $107.47 million. 
• Brandywine Realty Tr (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BDN#NYSE">BDN</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.16 per share on revenue of $119.45 million. 
• MIND Technology (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MIND#NASDAQ">MIND</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.18 per share on revenue of $12.20 million. 
• Manhattan Associates (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MANH#NASDAQ">MANH</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $1.13 per share on revenue of $273.47 million. 
• Trustmark (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TRMK#NASDAQ">TRMK</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.82 per share on revenue of $195.35 million. 
• Tesla (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.46 per share on revenue of $22.46 billion. 
• East West Bancorp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EWBC#NASDAQ">EWBC</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $2.06 per share on revenue of $652.47 million. 
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Earnings Scheduled For April 22, 2025

Equifax (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EFX#NYSE">EFX</a>) is preparing to release its quarterly earnings on Tuesday, 2025-04-22. Here's a brief overview of what investors should keep in mind before the announcement.
Analysts expect Equifax to report an earnings per share (EPS) of $1.84.
The announcement from Equifax is eagerly anticipated, with investors seeking news of surpassing estimates and favorable guidance for the next quarter.
It's worth noting for new investors that guidance can be a key determinant of stock price movements.
<h3>Past Earnings Performance</h3>
Last quarter the company beat EPS by $0.02, which was followed by a 0.32% increase in the share price the next day.
Here's a look at Equifax's past performance and the resulting price change:

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<th>Q4 2024</th>
<th>Q3 2024</th>
<th>Q2 2024</th>
<th>Q1 2024</th>
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<td>EPS Estimate</td>
<td>2.10</td>
<td>1.83</td>
<td>1.73</td>
<td>1.44</td>
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<td>EPS Actual</td>
<td>2.12</td>
<td>1.85</td>
<td>1.82</td>
<td>1.50</td>
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<td>Price Change %</td>
<td>0.0%</td>
<td>-3.0%</td>
<td>2.0%</td>
<td>-8.0%</td>
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<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1745251271_0.png" alt="eps graph" />
<h3>Tracking Equifax's Stock Performance</h3>
Shares of Equifax were trading at $221.25 as of April 18. Over the last 52-week period, shares are down 3.56%. Given that these returns are generally negative, long-term shareholders are likely bearish going into this earnings release. 
<h3>Analyst Opinions on Equifax</h3>
For investors, grasping market sentiments and expectations in the industry is vital. This analysis explores the latest insights regarding Equifax.
Equifax has received a total of 9 ratings from analysts, with the consensus rating as Outperform. With an average one-year price target of $296.44, the consensus suggests a potential 33.98% upside.
<h3>Comparing Ratings with Competitors</h3>
In this analysis, we delve into the analyst ratings and average 1-year price targets of Leidos Holdings, Jacobs Solutions and TransUnion, three key industry players, offering insights into their relative performance expectations and market positioning.
<ul>
<li>Analysts currently favor an Outperform trajectory for Leidos Holdings, with an average 1-year price target of $172.83, suggesting a potential 21.88% downside.</li>
<li>Analysts currently favor an Buy trajectory for Jacobs Solutions, with an average 1-year price target of $146.0, suggesting a potential 34.01% downside.</li>
<li>Analysts currently favor an Neutral trajectory for TransUnion, with an average 1-year price target of $108.25, suggesting a potential 51.07% downside.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Peer Metrics Summary</h3>
The peer analysis summary outlines pivotal metrics for Leidos Holdings, Jacobs Solutions and TransUnion, demonstrating their respective standings within the industry and offering valuable insights into their market positions and comparative performance.

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<th>Consensus</th>
<th>Revenue Growth</th>
<th>Gross Profit</th>
<th>Return on Equity</th>
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<td>Equifax</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>7.00%</td>
<td>$804.40M</td>
<td>3.59%</td>
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<td>Leidos Holdings</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>9.67%</td>
<td>$693M</td>
<td>6.29%</td>
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<td>Jacobs Solutions</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>4.37%</td>
<td>$721.27M</td>
<td>-0.31%</td>
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<td>TransUnion</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>8.65%</td>
<td>$625.20M</td>
<td>1.57%</td>
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Key Takeaway:
Equifax ranks first in gross profit and return on equity among its peers. It ranks second in revenue growth and consensus rating.
<h3>About Equifax</h3>
Along with Experian and TransUnion, Equifax is one of the leading credit bureaus in the United States. Equifax's credit reports provide credit histories on millions of consumers, and the firm's services are critical to lenders' credit decisions. In addition, over 40% of the firm's revenue comes from workforce solutions, which provides income verification and employer human resources services. Equifax generates just over 20% of its revenue from outside the United States.
<h3>Understanding the Numbers: Equifax's Finances</h3>
Market Capitalization: Surpassing industry standards, the company's market capitalization asserts its dominance in terms of size, suggesting a robust market position.
Revenue Growth: Over the 3 months period, Equifax showcased positive performance, achieving a revenue growth rate of 7.0% as of 31 December, 2024. This reflects a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company encountered difficulties, with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Industrials sector.
Net Margin: Equifax's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional net margin, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable net margin of 12.26%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Equifax's ROE is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of 3.59%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns.
Return on Assets (ROA): Equifax's ROA is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of 1.44%, the company may encounter challenges in delivering satisfactory returns from its assets.
Debt Management: Equifax's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average. With a ratio of 1.04, the company relies less on debt financing, maintaining a healthier balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/EFX/earnings">To track all earnings releases for Equifax visit their earnings calendar on our site.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

A Look Ahead: Equifax's Earnings Forecast

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Shares of companies within the broader industrial sector are trading lower amid overall market weakness after Fed Chair Powell made remarks at the Economic Club. Stocks across sectors may also be weighed down on trade tension fears after after the United States informed NVIDIA that it may require a license to export chips to China.

Wells Fargo analyst Jason Haas maintains Equifax (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EFX#NYSE">EFX</a>) with a Overweight and lowers the price target from $313 to $284.

Wells Fargo Maintains Overweight on Equifax, Lowers Price Target to $284

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Shares of companies within the broader industrial sector are trading lower as stocks pull back after surging Wednesday following President Trump's tariff pause announcement.

Equifax shares are trading lower after Barclays downgraded the stock from Overweight to Equal-Weight and lowered its price target from $325 to $260.

10 analysts have shared their evaluations of Equifax (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EFX#NYSE">EFX</a>) during the recent three months, expressing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
The following table provides a quick overview of their recent ratings, highlighting the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
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<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
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<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">5</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
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The 12-month price targets, analyzed by analysts, offer insights with an average target of $300.5, a high estimate of $325.00, and a low estimate of $260.00. A negative shift in sentiment is evident as analysts have decreased the average price target by 5.98%. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1743771614_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Exploring Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Overview</h2>
The standing of Equifax among financial experts becomes clear with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
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<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
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</thead>
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<td>Manav Patnaik</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$260.00</td>
<td>$325.00</td>
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<td>Manav Patnaik</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$325.00</td>
<td>$335.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Owen Lau</td>
<td>Oppenheimer</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$279.00</td>
<td>$286.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kevin Mcveigh</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$310.00</td>
<td>$335.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Shlomo Rosenbaum</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$281.00</td>
<td>$284.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kyle Peterson</td>
<td>Needham</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$300.00</td>
<td>$325.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jason Haas</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$313.00</td>
<td>$321.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Toni Kaplan</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$316.00</td>
<td>$320.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Surinder Thind</td>
<td>Jefferies</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$300.00</td>
<td>$340.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jason Haas</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$321.00</td>
<td>$325.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts frequently update their recommendations based on evolving market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Equifax. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Unveiling insights, analysts deliver qualitative insights into stock performance, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Equifax compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts explore the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of Equifax's stock. This examination reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Capture valuable insights into Equifax's market standing by understanding these analyst evaluations alongside pertinent financial indicators. Stay informed and make strategic decisions with our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Get to Know Equifax Better</h2>
Along with Experian and TransUnion, Equifax is one of the leading credit bureaus in the United States. Equifax's credit reports provide credit histories on millions of consumers, and the firm's services are critical to lenders' credit decisions. In addition, over 40% of the firm's revenue comes from workforce solutions, which provides income verification and employer human resources services. Equifax generates just over 20% of its revenue from outside the United States.
<h3>Understanding the Numbers: Equifax's Finances</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: The company's market capitalization surpasses industry averages, showcasing a dominant size relative to peers and suggesting a strong market position.
Revenue Growth: Equifax displayed positive results in 3 months. As of 31 December, 2024, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately 7.0%. This indicates a notable increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company encountered difficulties, with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Industrials sector.
Net Margin: The company's net margin is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive net margin of 12.26%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): Equifax's ROE falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of 3.59%, the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): Equifax's ROA is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of 1.44%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns.
Debt Management: With a below-average debt-to-equity ratio of 1.04, Equifax adopts a prudent financial strategy, indicating a balanced approach to debt management.
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