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TransUnion reports news about its credit reporting, consumer information, fraud detection, marketing, and analytics businesses. Company updates commonly cover U.S. consumer credit trends, Credit Industry Insights Report research, credit scoring developments involving VantageScore, and demand across Credit, Marketing, Fraud, and Consumer Solutions.
News also includes financial results, international segment activity, completed acquisitions, and product launches such as TruIQ Credit Strategy Studio, TruAudience Data Marketplace offerings, Digital Business Profile, and solutions built on the OneTru technology platform. Additional recurring themes include digital fraud analysis, lender workflow tools, mortgage-market data, and governance matters.
Elevate Credit (NYSE: ELVT) has launched Elevate.com, a new platform designed for non-prime consumers, providing a financial marketplace and educational resources aimed at enhancing financial resilience. This site leverages insights from TransUnion and Elevate's extensive customer experience to offer tools such as personalized credit improvement strategies, customizable reports, and a borrowing marketplace. All resources on Elevate.com are free, requiring users only to sign up for account access. The aim is to empower over 170 million non-prime Americans in managing their financial health.
TransUnion conducted a study revealing that point-of-sale (POS) financing applicants are predominantly younger and below prime credit risk. 61% of these consumers belong to the Gen Z and Millennial age group (18-40), compared to 35% of the general credit population. The study, encompassing over 9 million consumers from Q4 2019 to Q4 2021, highlighted that about 43% of POS financing applicants are in the subprime risk tier. Additionally, 30% of applicants sought financing during peak holiday shopping. TransUnion plans to enhance financial inclusion by integrating BNPL data into traditional credit reports.
Clinch has announced an expanded partnership with Neustar, a TransUnion company, enhancing their Marketing Attribution solution integration. Advertisers can now activate this solution within the Clinch UI with a single click, streamlining the previously manual process. This integration allows for real-time anonymized data transfer, enabling better campaign analysis and potential ROI. Clinch's CTO highlighted the efficiency gained, while clients noted significant time and resource savings, facilitating smarter marketing decisions.
TransUnion's latest report reveals a significant trend among consumers seeking better value and service in their insurance shopping, particularly in the face of rising costs due to inflation. The report indicates a 33% increase in the number of consumers opting for telematics offers from auto insurers, allowing them to lower premiums by showcasing safe driving. With auto insurance prices up 4% on average, and shop-switching behaviors on the rise, consumers are actively searching for lower premiums and enhanced coverage across auto, property, and rental insurance.
TransUnion (NYSE: TRU) announced a cash dividend of $0.095 per share for Q1 2022, set to be paid on June 10, 2022, to shareholders recorded by May 27, 2022. This reflects the company's ongoing commitment to returning value to shareholders. TransUnion operates in over 30 countries, providing essential information and insights to enhance economic opportunities for businesses and consumers worldwide. Their mission, termed Information for Good®, aims to foster trust in the modern economy.
The Q1 2022 Quarterly Credit Industry Insights Report from TransUnion highlights the impact of rising interest rates and inflation on consumer credit. Average credit card balances rose to $5,010, up 4.7% year-over-year but still 11% below pre-pandemic levels. Total credit card balances remain at $769 billion, 5.5% lower than in Q1 2020. The Credit Industry Indicator increased to 116, indicating stable credit health. However, serious delinquency rates have remained flat post-pandemic financial programs, with personal loan balances reaching a record high of $178 billion.
TransUnion's annual insurance summit revealed that significant generational differences are impacting homeownership and insurance trends in the U.S. A study noted that Millennials and Gen X have faced delays in homeownership post-Great Recession. The survey highlighted changing consumer expectations, with younger generations seeking more than basic coverage from insurers. Migration patterns prompted by the pandemic may risk insurers losing customers to out-of-state moves, particularly among younger demographics. The findings stress the evolving role of insurers as trusted advisors.
Shawn Ellis, TransUnion's International CIO, is a finalist for the Global Enterprise Chicago CIO of the Year ORBIE Awards, recognizing excellence in technology leadership. Under his guidance, the technology team has improved significantly, launching new products and implementing the first cloud-based credit bureau. His leadership has shifted the company towards a product engineering mindset, enhancing security and performance. The awards celebrate transformative technology executives driving innovation in organizations with over $1 billion in revenue.
TransUnion Study on Consumer Resiliency Amid Inflation
A recent study by TransUnion reveals significant impacts of rising inflation on non-prime borrowers, highlighting increased credit balances and delinquency rates. Credit balances rose for non-mortgage lending products, with non-prime consumers averaging $22,988 in Q1 2022. Despite this, more consumers make payments above the minimum due, showcasing resilience. Although serious delinquency rates have increased, they remain below pre-pandemic levels. The study forecasts a decrease in inflation rates through 2023, suggesting potential improvement in consumer credit behavior.
Research by Neustar, a TransUnion company, reveals that many organizations lack confidence in their ability to combat one-time passcode (OTP) fraud. A study of 300 North American fraud prevention leaders indicated that while 60% utilize OTPs due to their favorable consumer perception—72% view them as secure—fraud attacks targeting mobile channels are on the rise. Notably, 70% are investing in alternative fraud prevention technologies. Key concerns include the ability to identify high-risk phone numbers (83%) and detect scams before OTP issuance (82%).