Experian is a technology company specializing in data and analytics that offers data and analytical tools to manage credit risk, prevent fraud, target marketing offers and automate decision making solutions. The company delivered strong Q3 growth, with revenue increasing 12% at actual exchange rates, positioning it as a resilient player in the critical data intelligence market.
Cyborg Score Rationale
With a market cap of $29.5B and trailing twelve month revenue of $7.96B, Experian demonstrates solid financial performance. The company is leveraging its scaled proprietary data assets, strong technology foundations and deep expertise to deliver on strategic priorities and crystallise new AI opportunities. Recent organic growth rates of 8-12% indicate healthy momentum despite historical data security challenges.
Top Insights
Consumer Services delivered very strong organic revenue growth of 23%, achieving a significant milestone of 100 million free members in Brazil
B2B organic revenue growth was 11% with Financial Services delivering strong performance reflecting progress against strategic priorities
Experian acquired Brazilian digital fraud prevention provider ClearSale for $350 million in October 2024, expanding its fraud prevention capabilities
Experian has 23,300 total employees supporting global operations across multiple business ecosystems
Named Competitors
Equifax — Major credit reporting bureau and data analytics provider
TransUnion — Leading credit reporting and identity verification company
Dun & Bradstreet — Business credit and risk intelligence provider
LiveRamp — Identity resolution and audience enrichment platform
Recent Developments
(February 2026) Experian's most recent deal was a Merger/Acquisition with Own Up on 03-Feb-2026
(January 2026) Experian issued trading update for three months ended 31 December 2025, delivering strong Q3 growth with revenue increasing 12% at actual exchange rates
(October 2025) Experian shut down its Dutch operations after receiving a €2.7 million fine from the Dutch Data Protection Authority for illegally processing credit reference data
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