Mar 31

Equifax Q1 2025 Earnings Report

Equifax posted strong Q1 2025 results exceeding guidance, led by growth in U.S. Mortgage and new product innovation.

Key Takeaways

Equifax exceeded revenue guidance in Q1 2025 with $1.442 billion in revenue and strong performance across U.S. Mortgage and new product offerings. The company increased its dividend and initiated a $3 billion share buyback program while maintaining full-year guidance amid macroeconomic uncertainty.

Revenue reached $1.442 billion, exceeding guidance by $37 million

Net income increased to $133.1 million, up 7% YoY

Adjusted EPS rose to $1.53, driven by robust margin performance

Authorized $3 billion share repurchase and 28% dividend increase

Total Revenue
$1.44B
Previous year: $1.39B
+3.8%
EPS
$1.53
Previous year: $1.5
+2.0%
Adj. EBITDA Margin
29.3%
Previous year: 29.1%
+0.7%
Workforce Op. Margin
42.7%
Previous year: 42.3%
+0.9%
USIS Operating Margin
21.1%
Previous year: 19.9%
+6.0%
Cash and Equivalents
$195M
Previous year: $201M
-2.9%
Free Cash Flow
$117M
Previous year: $121M
-3.4%
Total Assets
$11.9B
Previous year: $12.3B
-3.2%

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Forward Guidance

Equifax reaffirmed its full-year 2025 guidance with revenue growth and adjusted EPS targets maintained, despite macroeconomic challenges.

Positive Outlook

  • Full-year 2025 local currency revenue growth target of 6%
  • Adjusted EPS midpoint guidance of $7.45 maintained
  • Expected free cash flow close to $900 million
  • Cash conversion ratio expected to reach 95%
  • 85% of revenue now in EFX Cloud platform, enabling faster innovation

Challenges Ahead

  • Projected 12% YoY decline in U.S. mortgage credit inquiries
  • Global economic uncertainty and inflation risk remain high
  • Interest rate volatility could impact customer activity
  • International margins declined compared to prior year
  • Continued headwinds in U.S. hiring and mortgage markets