Intuit Stock Price, News & Analysis

Marc Visent, CEO of Knowify, has been appointed to the Intuit U.S. Partner Council advisory board. This council consists of 9 members who will provide insights to help Intuit develop products for accountants and small businesses globally. Intuit serves approximately 100 million customers worldwide with its financial products like TurboTax and QuickBooks. Visent brings over a decade of experience in value-added services for small and mid-sized businesses, aiming to enhance the future of bookkeeping and SaaS solutions.

Cerity, a digital provider of workers’ compensation insurance, has partnered with Intuit to offer QuickBooks users streamlined access to essential insurance coverage. This collaboration aims to support small businesses, which have surged in formation recently, in meeting their insurance needs. Cerity's digital-first platform simplifies the process of obtaining coverage, enabling small business owners to focus on growth. Cerity is a subsidiary of Employers Holdings, which has over 100 years of experience in the workers' compensation sector.

Intuit's QuickBooks Small Business Insights Report reveals that inflation is the primary concern for U.S. small businesses, with 99% worried about its impact. Cash flow problems are prevalent, affecting 68% of businesses, leading many to deplete cash reserves or use personal funds. Cybersecurity threats are significant, with 42% reporting breaches. Despite challenges, 58% of small businesses remain optimistic about the economy, attributing potential growth to pandemic recovery. Additionally, fewer businesses plan to raise prices, and a majority expect workforce growth and improved employee benefits.

Intuit (Nasdaq: INTU) announced it will contest allegations made by the FTC regarding its advertising practices for free tax preparation. The FTC claims Intuit misdirected users eligible for free tax filing towards paid products. Kerry McLean, Intuit's executive VP, stated their campaigns have actually increased free filers from 11 million in 2018 to over 17 million in 2021. Intuit insists it has complied with IRS regulations and aims to promote greater access to free tax filing.

Intuit, the technology leader behind popular platforms like TurboTax, QuickBooks, and Mint, announced that Alex Chriss, EVP and GM of its Small Business Group, will speak at the Wolfe Research Virtual Conference on March 22. The presentation is scheduled for 8:10 a.m. PT and will be available via an audio webcast on Intuit’s investor relations website. A replay will be accessible approximately 24 hours post-event.

Intuit serves over 100 million customers globally, aiming to help individuals and small businesses overcome financial challenges.

Credit Karma has invested $15 million to eliminate pay disparities among employees, following their transition to role-based compensation. This initiative increased base salaries for 98% of employees and further raised wages for lower-paying roles with an additional $500k investment. A recent report highlights that two-thirds of American workers feel underpaid amid rising inflation. Credit Karma advocates for pay equity, with 71% of workers prioritizing it when considering employment. Employee satisfaction concerning compensation is significantly higher than the industry average.

Credit Karma launches a personalized debt relief program for U.S. federal student loan borrowers, addressing financial strain from loan payments. The initiative aims to assist approximately 22 million members holding 53% of the national student loan debt, totaling $850 billion. Borrowers can access income-driven repayment plans potentially reducing monthly payments by an average of $192 and Public Service Loan Forgiveness savings of around $90,699. The program, powered by a partnership with Summer, offers guidance on loan options and application processes through Credit Karma's app.

Intuit has announced the continuation of its #LeadingConEducación program in partnership with the Hispanic Heritage Foundation, expanding from 20 to 40 scholarships for Latino students in need of financial support. This initiative aims to improve job readiness and financial literacy among young Latino professionals, addressing the lack of personal finance education in underserved schools. The program includes grants and hands-on experience through various educational content and resources. Applications for the 2022 scholarships are open until May 8th.