UBS Reiterates Buy Rating for Equifax Inc. with $215 Target
UBS maintains its buy rating for Equifax, setting a $215 price target as of June 16, 2026, a 40.07% upside from the current price.
Key Points
- UBS reiterated its buy rating for Equifax Inc. with a price target of $215 on June 16, 2026.
- UBS's $215 price target implies 40.07% upside from Equifax Inc.'s ($EFX) current $153.49 share price.
- Shares of NYSE:EFX traded at $165.13, with a market cap of $19.92 billion and a P/E ratio of 29.07.
- Recent insider activity includes several purchases, while analysts like B of A Securities and Wells Fargo also maintain buy ratings.
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UBS has reiterated its buy rating for Equifax Inc. (NYSE:EFX) with a price target of $215, as announced on June 16, 2026. This reflects continued confidence in the company's prospects.
Equifax Inc. Stock Down 20.8%
Shares of Equifax Inc. (NYSE:EFX) traded at $165.13. The company boasts a market cap of approximately $19.92 billion and a P/E ratio of 29.07, with a forward P/E of 16.07. The stock's beta is 1.314, indicating moderate volatility. Over the past year, EFX shares have ranged from a low of $153.91 to a high of $275.91. The stock's 50-day moving average stands at $172.77, while the 200-day moving average is $204.69.
Recent Earnings
Equifax reported revenue of about $6.28 billion, showing a growth rate of 14.3% year-over-year. The company achieved a net margin of 11.12% and a return on equity of 14.37%. Earnings per share (EPS) came in at $5.68. The next earnings release is scheduled for July 21, 2026.
Earnings drift grade
Outlook vs expectations on the last report — not price action.
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Forward outlook
3 target cuts vs 0 raises.
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EPS & revenue
EPS beat estimates by 8.3%. Revenue beat estimates by 1.0%.
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Profit surprise
EBITDA met by 2 percent. Operating income met by 1 percent.
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Pre-earnings setup
Expectations were about average.
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Analyst signal
3 target cuts.
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Earnings quality
Gross margin down 1.0 points. Operating margin up 1.1 points. Positive free cash flow.
Earnings Call Summary
Equifax had a strong first quarter with revenue of $1.649 billion up 14 percent and earnings per share of $1.86 up 22 percent, both ahead of expectations. The big driver was U.S. mortgage revenue which jumped 38 percent, boosted by new Work Number Indicator products and strong mortgage activity in February before interest rates rose. Management is excited about their artificial intelligence driven products and record numbers of pending patents, but they are holding full year guidance steady due to concerns about the Iran conflict and rising interest rates dampening mortgage demand over the rest of the year.
Guidance Equifax reaffirmed its full year 2026 guidance of about $6.745 billion in revenue and $8.54 in earnings per share despite strong first quarter results. Management kept guidance steady because of economic uncertainty tied to the Iran conflict and interest rate volatility, which pressured mortgage volumes in March and April. They still expect mortgage revenue to grow over 20 percent for the full year and diversified markets to grow in the high single digits.
Very weak report. The release materially worsened the forward outlook.
Dividend
Equifax offers an annual dividend rate of $2.24, yielding 1.36%. The company's dividend payout ratio stands at 36.27%.
Insider Buying and Selling at Equifax Inc.
In recent insider activity, several executives including Mark Feidler, Robert Marcus, and Scott McGregor each purchased 1,253 shares of Equifax stock at an average price of $175.62 on May 7, 2026. These transactions were not part of a pre-arranged 10b5-1 plan.
Analysts Set New Price Targets
On June 16, 2026, UBS maintained its buy rating for Equifax with a price target of $215. Previously, B of A Securities and Wells Fargo also maintained buy ratings, setting price targets of $225 and $230, respectively. The consensus among analysts is a buy recommendation, with an average target price of $223.24 based on 21 opinions.
About Equifax Inc.
Equifax Inc., based in Atlanta, Georgia, is a data, analytics, and technology company operating in the industrial sector. The company provides a wide array of consumer and commercial information services through its Workforce Solutions, U.S. Information Solutions, and International segments. Equifax serves businesses, governments, and consumers globally, offering credit information, identity management, and human resources services. The company is led by CEO Mr. Mark W. Begor and employs around 15,000 people.
Bottom Line
UBS's reiterated buy rating for Equifax Inc. underscores the firm's positive outlook on the company's future performance. With a solid market position and strong analyst support, Equifax remains a key player in the data and analytics industry. Investors are advised to consider this 13F filing as a historical snapshot, as it may not reflect the current position.
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