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TransUnion (NYSE: TRU) is a leading global provider of credit information and risk management solutions, serving businesses and consumers across 30+ countries. This dedicated news hub delivers essential updates on corporate developments, financial performance, and strategic initiatives shaping the credit data industry.
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TransUnion's Recent Study Highlights Financial Inclusion Challenges
On April 7, 2022, TransUnion published a global study revealing that over 45 million U.S. consumers are credit unserved or underserved. The study observed a slight decrease in credit activity migration during the pandemic, particularly among younger consumers. Regions analyzed included Canada, Colombia, Hong Kong, India, and South Africa, finding that 571 million consumers in India are unserved. The study emphasizes the critical need for alternative data to evaluate these consumers, enhancing their access to credit opportunities.
TransUnion (NYSE: TRU) has expanded its Strategic Alliance Distribution Partner Program to include leading decisioning technology platforms. This initiative aims to enhance go-to-market strategies for financial institutions by providing flexible and customizable credit decisioning solutions. The program responds to growing demands for platforms that allow business users to modify rules and integrate data sources rapidly. Key partners in this expansion include GDS Link and Provenir, which will help clients make faster, smarter credit decisions.
Neustar, a TransUnion company, has partnered with Catalina to enhance marketing insights for consumer packaged goods (CPG) brands. This collaboration will integrate Catalina's real-time shopper intelligence with Neustar's Optimizer™ platform, enabling targeted marketing optimizations based on actual purchase behaviors.
The partnership allows brands to leverage advanced analytics, including Multi-Touch Attribution, to improve return on ad spend (ROAS) through precise audience targeting and efficient media usage, with a focus on privacy-driven marketing.
TransUnion (NYSE: TRU) will announce its financial results for Q1 2022 on April 26, 2022, at 6:00 a.m. CT, followed by a conference call at 8:30 a.m. CT. Investors can access the press release and live webcast on the company's Investor Relations website. TransUnion is a global information and insights company that empowers businesses and consumers by providing trustworthy data for informed decision-making.
Neustar Inc., a TransUnion company, has announced a partnership with Permutive to enhance advertising capabilities without relying on third-party cookies and device IDs. This collaboration integrates Neustar Fabrick™ with the Permutive Audience Platform, allowing advertisers and publishers to connect securely while preserving consumer privacy. The partnership aims to enable effective audience targeting at scale through the use of Publisher Cohorts, which group users based on similar traits without identifying individuals. This new approach is expected to enhance revenue generation for publishers and improve targeting accuracy for advertisers.
The three major consumer credit reporting agencies—Equifax (NYSE: EFX), Experian, and TransUnion (NYSE: TRU)—have announced changes to medical collection debt reporting, aiming to alleviate financial burdens on consumers. Effective July 1, 2022, paid medical debts will no longer appear on credit reports, and the reporting period for unpaid debts will extend from 6 months to 1 year. Additionally, debts under $500 will be excluded from reports. These measures, supported by research and consumer data from the Kaiser Family Foundation, affect nearly 70% of medical collection tradelines.
The three major credit reporting agencies, Equifax (EFX), Experian (EXPGY), and TransUnion (TRU), announced changes to medical collection debt reporting on March 18, 2022. Beginning July 1, 2022, nearly 70% of medical collection debts will be removed from credit reports. Paid medical debts will not affect credit scores, and the reporting period for unpaid debts will extend from 6 months to 1 year. Additionally, debts under $500 will not be included in credit reports. These measures aim to support consumers facing unexpected medical expenses.
TransUnion has collaborated with UMortgage and FinLocker to launch the USafe app, aimed at enhancing financial literacy and personal finance management. This initiative precedes Financial Literacy Week (March 28-April 3, 2022) and strives to help consumers achieve financial stability and homeownership. The app offers personalized credit monitoring through TransUnion, budgeting tools, and educational resources on managing credit and mortgages. Homeownership is highlighted as a key wealth-building strategy, with average homeowner equity gains of $55,300 reported in late 2021.
Funnel Leasing has partnered with TransUnion (NYSE: TRU) to enhance its renter management software, aiming to streamline leasing applications and improve screening decisions. This integration incorporates TransUnion's ResidentScore® and ResidentID® products, which will provide richer data reporting capabilities. The collaboration reflects Funnel's commitment to modernizing the multifamily leasing process, making it more efficient for both renters and property managers. This new approach is particularly relevant as the pandemic has accelerated the shift towards digital and contactless service models.
TransUnion (NYSE: TRU) held its 2022 Investor Day on March 15, 2022, focusing on strategies for growth, including recent acquisitions of Neustar and Sontiq, along with a planned acquisition of Verisk Financial Services. The company reiterated its 2022 revenue outlook of $3.752 to $3.810 billion, a 27-29% increase from 2021, and provided 2025 financial targets exceeding $5 billion in revenue and over $2 billion in Adjusted EBITDA. TransUnion anticipates robust growth, aiming for 8-10% organic revenue growth annually through 2025.