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The Latest Breaking News from Equifax

Earnings Preview: What To Expect From Equifax's Report

Equifax is set to release its first-quarter results soon, and analysts are projecting a double-digit increase in its bottom-line figure.

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'Tales of two insolvencies': small business failures up

Credit-demand figures indicate business conditions have been headed south since before the US-Israeli war on Iran rocked global energy markets.

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Is Equifax Stock Underperforming the S&P 500?

Although Equifax has lagged the broader S&P 500 Index over the past year, Wall Street analysts remain moderately bullish, reflecting confidence in the company’s long-term growth potential.

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5 Times Freezing Your Credit Is Actually Worth It

Freeze first, panic never. A credit freeze sounds dramatic, almost like slamming a vault door shut. In reality, it stands as one of the simplest and most powerful tools available to protect financial life from identity theft. A credit freeze, also called a security freeze, restricts access to credit reports…

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Data Breaches Keep Fueling Identity Theft and These Three Locks Add Protection

Data spills do not just leak email addresses anymore. They spill lives. Every time a major company announces a breach, another warehouse of personal information lands in criminal marketplaces across the internet. Names, birth dates, Social Security numbers, passwords, and credit card details move fast, and criminals know exactly how…

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What changes are the FCA making to credit score files and what does it mean for you?

Your file contains borrowing history and three major agencies carry details on how you handle money

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ASX Announcement

Loan book reaches $1.75bn with operating cash profit, strengthened funding platform and new product launches

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You may not know them, but they certainly know you: Inside the dangerous and shady business of data brokers

Even if you don't know data brokers, they almost certainly know you. With no nationwide U.S. privacy laws, experts warn there are often minimal safeguards against motivated people exploiting them for ill ends. Io Dodds reports

The Independent UK

Aussies tapping more credit as arrears value swells

Mortgage and credit card applications are surging and so are their associated debts, which could be bad news for borrowers as the RBA eyes further rate rises.

AAP

Big businesses getting bigger amid two-speed recovery

Business credit growth implies Australia's economy is resilient, but insolvency numbers continue to remain high, and in some sectors are growing.

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Why 'Locking' Your Social Security Number Is the New Credit Freeze

Here is how to keep your Social Security number private in an age of aggressive cybercriminals.

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The first step you should take to build your credit, according to experts

Taking the first step in building your credit is critical ‘if you intend to purchase a home or car with credit, or otherwise intend to apply for credit in the future,’ one expert said

The Independent UK

A five-step plan to improve your credit score in 2026

‘Credit is like a muscle, you have to use it to have it,’ one expert said

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Equifax’s Quarterly Earnings Preview: What You Need to Know

Equifax is set to report its fourth-quarter results shortly, with Wall Street expecting a single-digit decline in earnings.

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Viral credit score hack puts consumers at risk of jail, FTC warns

‘The truth is, credit repair companies can’t legally remove information from your credit report if it’s accurate and current,’ the Federal Trade Commission said

The Independent UK

How do I improve my credit score? Quick wins, critical changes and fixing poor financial history

Your score can affect your chances of getting the product you want - or could land you more favourable terms

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How Is Equifax’s Stock Performance Compared to Other Industrial Stocks?

Equifax has notably underperformed other industrial stocks over the past year, yet analysts remain moderately bullish on the stock’s prospects.

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Do Wall Street Analysts Like Equifax Stock?

Equifax has considerably underperformed the broader market over the past year, but analysts are moderately optimistic about the stock’s prospects.

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The Independent UK

Seven ways to stop your credit score derailing your mortgage application

It’s important to dig into the data behind your score - there are things you can easily fix to improve it

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The Credit Score Hack That Could Save You Thousands on a Car Lease

One factor will almost certainly impact the terms of any lease on a new or used car: your credit score.

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Knee-jerk corporate responses to data leaks protect brands like Qantas — but consumers are getting screwed

When courts ban people from accessing leaked data – as happened after the airline’s data breach – only hackers and scammers win

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Woman Demands Combined Income, Says BF Is Being Selfish With Money: “I Flatly Refused This Request”

Should couples combine their incomes and share their savings if they're not married?

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Woman Demands Combined Income, Says BF Is Being Selfish With Money: “I Flatly Refused This Request”

Should couples combine their incomes and share their savings if they're not married?

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Stop Scammers: The 7 Best AI-Powered Fraud Detection Tools for 2025

Protect your business from online fraud in 2025 with the 7 best AI fraud detection tools. Explore platforms like SEON, Feedzai, and Onfido to prevent synthetic identities, deepfakes, and transaction scams in the UK and US.

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FICO’s Big Dip Could Be the Best Buying Chance of the Year

Why is FICO stock down and is it a buy? Despite Equifax’s new product, FICO still holds 85–90% of the mortgage market, making this dip a buying opportunity.

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