Equifax Names David Smith President of U.S. Information Solutions [Accessibility Statement] Skip NavigationATLANTA, Feb. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- [Equifax]® (NYSE: EFX) has named David Smith as President of U.S. Information Solutions (USIS) effective March 2, 2026. In this role, Smith will continue to drive the business unit's post-cloud transformation growth, leveraging [EFX.AI] and the company's proprietary data to create innovative solutions that bring decision intelligence to Equifax customers and help ...

US consumer debt continued its upward climb through the end of 2025, with growth gaining momentum in the final months of the year, according to Equifax’s (NYSE: EFX) National Market Pulse report released February 24, 2026. The credit analytics firm’s proprietary data shows total consumer debt balances reached $18.20 trillion by December, up 3.7% from a year earlier—the sharpest monthly acceleration compared to the same periods in 2023 and 2024.This figure aligns with broader measures from the Federal Reserv ...

Core Insights - Enerflex reported adjusted EBITDA of $123 million and record free cash flow of $141 million for Q4/25, with a reduction in net debt to $501 million, approximately 1.0x trailing twelve-month adjusted EBITDA [1][12][5] - The company signed an agreement to divest its operations in the Asia Pacific region, aiming to optimize and simplify its business [1][8] - Capital expenditures for 2026 are targeted between $175 million and $195 million, including $90 million to $100 million for growth opportunities [1][18] Financial Overview - Revenue for Q4/25 was $627 million, an increase from $561 million in Q4/24 but a decrease from $777 million in Q3/25, primarily due to project timing [5] - Gross margin before depreciation and amortization was $177 million, or 28% of revenue, compared to 31% in Q4/24 and 27% in Q3/25 [5][11] - Selling, general and administrative expenses (SG&A) decreased to $83 million from $92 million in Q4/24, driven by cost-saving initiatives [5][11] Operational Highlights - The Engineered Systems (ES) backlog was $1.1 billion, providing strong visibility into future revenue generation [1][8] - ES bookings in Q4/25 were $377 million, up from $301 million in Q4/24, indicating a healthy book-to-bill ratio of 1.1x [8][13] - The company continues to expand its U.S. contract compression business, with utilization stable at 94% across a fleet of approximately 483,000 horsepower [8][9] Shareholder Returns - The Board of Directors increased the quarterly dividend by 13% to CAD$0.0425 per share, payable on March 25, 2026 [8][22] - Enerflex repurchased 102,800 common shares at an average price of CAD$15.10 per share during Q4/25, totaling 2,779,000 shares repurchased since the start of its normal course issuer bid [8][21] Outlook - The preliminary outlook for 2026 indicates steady demand across business lines, supported by the highly contracted Energy Infrastructure product line, expected to generate approximately $1.3 billion in revenue [16][17] - The company aims to leverage its position in core operating countries to capitalize on expected increases in demand for its solutions [19][20]

%3.8 %December 2025$1,123.93.1 %4.1 %Student Loans BalancesMonthStudent Loan Debt ($B)MoM Change %YoY Change (%)October 2025$1,3490.6 %-0.2 %November 2025$1,344-0.4 %-0.3 %December 2025$1,330-0.3 %-1.4 %Equifax has been tracking U.S. National Consumer Credit Trends for more than 20 years. Monthly reports can be found on [Equifax.com]. These reports track originations, balances and delinquencies on U.S. consumer mortgages, auto loans and leases, student loans, bankcards and private label credit cards, and pe ...

Core Insights - Financial stress in Canada increased in Q4 2025, but at a slower rate compared to previous years, with older consumers showing resilience while younger consumers and those in Ontario and Western provinces exhibited financial weakening [1] Consumer Debt Trends - Total consumer debt reached $2.65 trillion in Q4 2025, marking a 3.13% year-over-year increase, driven by a $50.26 billion rise in mortgage balances and a 4.50% increase in non-mortgage debt [2] - Delinquency rates for non-mortgage debt rose, with 90+ day delinquency increasing from 1.64% to 1.73%, a year-over-year increase of 5.43% [2] Age Group Analysis - Consumers aged 26 to 35 experienced the highest credit stress, with a delinquency rate of 2.55% and an 8.39% year-over-year decline in credit health [3] Regional Divergence - A "two Canadas" scenario emerged, with Ontario experiencing the fastest growth in non-mortgage delinquency at 10.31% compared to Q4 2024, while regions with better housing affordability like Prince Edward Island and Nova Scotia saw decreases in delinquency rates [4] Credit Card Spending - Credit card spending during the 2025 holiday season decreased by 0.7% year-over-year to $2,297, with younger consumers (aged 26-35) reducing their holiday spending by 2.0% [5] - Despite reduced spending, credit card balances reached a historic $131 billion, an increase of 4.04% [5] Borrowing Power and Credit Access - Lenders tightened access to credit for riskier borrowers, with non-mortgage debt for subprime consumers remaining stagnant, while super prime consumers saw a 6.1% increase in average non-mortgage debt to $20,818 [6] Mortgage Market Dynamics - Total mortgage debt reached $1.95 trillion in Q4 2025, a 2.6% year-over-year increase, with mortgage renewals dominating the market [7] - Average new loan amounts increased by 4.1% to $363,778, with first-time homebuyers facing an average new loan size of $441,301, up 5% [8] Interest Rate Impact - The Bank of Canada's 2.25% policy rate provided some relief, but housing affordability remained strained, particularly in high-priced regions like Ontario and British Columbia [8] - Rising missed payments on higher-value mortgages in Ontario indicated that post-renewal payment levels were too high for some consumers [9]

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 ____________________________________ FORM 10-K ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-06605 ____________________________________ EQUIFAX INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its chart ...

Core Insights - Equifax has launched Optimal Path, an interactive credit score planner, available for free to U.S. consumers through the myEquifax mobile app, leveraging its advanced cloud-native platform and EFX.AI capabilities [1][1][1] Product Features - Optimal Path integrates with a consumer's Equifax credit profile to provide actionable tasks aimed at achieving their VantageScore 3.0 credit score goals within 30 days [1][1] - The tool offers milestone tracking, reminder notifications, and progress reports to help consumers stay on track with their credit score improvement plans [1][1] - AI-powered personalized 30-day action plans are generated based on individual credit profiles, focusing on impactful steps to reach credit score goals [1][1] Accessibility and Availability - Optimal Path is exclusively available for Equifax Core Credit and premium subscribers through the myEquifax mobile app, which can be downloaded from the Apple App Store or Google Play [1][1] - Consumers can register for a free Equifax Core Credit account to access the mobile app and Optimal Path if they do not already have a myEquifax account [1][1]

Core Insights - Gen Digital Inc. (NASDAQ:GEN) reported Q3 FY2026 earnings with revenue of $1.24 billion, reflecting a 26% year-over-year growth, surpassing analyst expectations of $1.23 billion [1] - The company achieved record quarterly bookings of $1.32 billion, a 27% year-over-year increase, driven by strong adoption of AI-powered security and financial wellness solutions [2] - Management raised FY2026 revenue guidance to $4.955 billion to $4.975 billion, up from the previous range of $4.92 billion to $4.97 billion, indicating continued business momentum [3] Financial Performance - Non-GAAP diluted EPS increased by 14% year-over-year to $0.64, exceeding consensus estimates by approximately $0.01 [1] - FY2026 non-GAAP EPS guidance was raised to a range of $2.54 to $2.56, compared to the previous range of $2.51 to $2.56 [3] - For Q4, management anticipates revenue between $1.24 billion and $1.26 billion, with non-GAAP EPS expected to be between $0.64 and $0.66 [3] Strategic Partnerships - Gen Digital expanded its partnership with Equifax to integrate data assets and technology platforms, enhancing consumer financial management and security [4] - Under the new terms, Gen Digital will incorporate Equifax's financial health and fraud data into its AI-powered offerings, while Equifax will utilize Gen Digital's platform for personalized financial product recommendations [5] Company Overview - Gen Digital Inc. specializes in cybersecurity software and services for consumers and small businesses, offering products such as antivirus protection, identity theft prevention, and VPN solutions [6]

Core Insights - Equifax's growth is driven by sustained revenue momentum from diverse offerings and innovations in AI and analytics [1][11] - The company is expected to see significant earnings growth in the coming years, with a projected increase of 14.4% in Q1 2026 and 20% in 2027 [2][11] Revenue and Earnings Growth - Earnings are expected to rise by 13.5% in 2026 and 20% in 2027, while revenues are projected to grow by 10.7% in 2026 and 8.5% in 2027 [2][11] Business Model and Data Assets - Equifax generates revenue through proprietary datasets, including consumer credit files and alternative credit assets [4] - The company serves a wide range of industries, which helps mitigate sector-specific vulnerabilities and supports sustained revenue growth [5] AI Innovations - Equifax is enhancing its services with advanced AI-driven solutions, including the Agentic AI platform and Ignite AI Advisor for improved customer insights [6][7][11] Market Position and Liquidity - Despite strong growth prospects, Equifax has a current ratio of 0.61, indicating potential challenges in meeting short-term obligations [8]

Core Insights - The recent volatility in tech stocks is attributed to significant capital expenditure announcements from major companies like Alphabet and Amazon, leading to a market reevaluation of investment returns in the AI sector [4][5][6] - The transition from "Stage 1" to "Stage 2" of the AI boom indicates a shift in focus from large tech companies to smaller firms that provide essential infrastructure for AI development [8][10][20] Group 1: Market Reactions and Trends - The S&P 500 software and services sector lost approximately $1 trillion in market value, with major players like Microsoft and Salesforce experiencing sharp declines [2][6] - Following initial losses, tech stocks rebounded significantly, cutting the week's losses in half, indicating ongoing market recovery [2] - Investors are increasingly questioning the return on investment for the substantial capital expenditures planned by major tech firms, leading to a sell-off [6][7] Group 2: Capital Expenditure Insights - Alphabet announced a capital expenditure of $13.9 billion for Q4, with projections for 2026 spending to rise to between $175 billion and $185 billion, nearly doubling previous estimates [4] - Amazon's capital expenditure for 2026 is projected to reach $200 billion, exceeding expectations by about $50 billion, contributing to a total of approximately $710 billion in projected spending from the top five hyperscalers [5] - This spending translates to nearly $2 billion per day being invested in data centers, chips, and networking infrastructure [5] Group 3: Investment Opportunities - The capital flowing into AI infrastructure presents opportunities for smaller companies that manufacture the necessary components and systems, marking the beginning of "Stage 2" in the AI boom [8][10] - Companies involved in providing power systems, networking infrastructure, and memory technologies are positioned to benefit from this infrastructure spending [16] - Specific companies identified as potential winners include Arista Networks, Eaton, and Broadcom, which are well-positioned to capitalize on the growing demand for AI infrastructure [16][18] Group 4: Challenges for Legacy Companies - The rapid advancement of AI tools raises concerns about the viability of legacy software and data services companies, which may struggle to compete with AI-driven alternatives [11][12] - Companies categorized under "KIDS" (Knowledge work, Information collection, Data analysis, Software) face significant risks as AI could render their business models obsolete or less profitable [12][13][14] - The decline in stock prices for KIDS companies, such as FactSet and Morningstar, reflects a broader market reevaluation of these business models in light of AI advancements [14]