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IndustrialsConsulting ServicesScore data as of Oct 21, 2026

EFXEquifax Inc.

Industrials / Consulting Services

Low Priority

Above Peers

NeutralEdge 7/10
$175.57−$0.97 (−0.55%)

Latest quote

  • Momentum
    87
  • Value
    53
  • Quality
    46
  • Risk resilience
    36
  • Sentiment
    —
algovestiq.comScore data as of Oct 21, 2026

Stock Catalyst Board

Earnings timing, analyst expectations, news pressure, growth drivers, events, and AIQ Catalyst context.

Next earnings
Feb 3, 2027

Upcoming reporting date available for this company.

AIQ Catalyst
AIQ 57/100

Momentum 87/100 and sentiment — before the next covered event.

Recent coverage
5 articles

Updated Oct 21, 2026 · Sentiment 49.44%

Earnings History And Surprises

See whether reported EPS and revenue have consistently exceeded or missed analyst expectations.

Earnings Expectations And Results

Compare what analysts expected with what the company reported across recent quarters.

Momentum 87/100AIQ Edge 7/10 Above Peers
Beat rate
100%
4 of 4 reported periods
Average surprise
+4.1%
Across covered historical reports
Latest result
+2.7%
Oct 20, 2026
EPS estimate versus actual
Actual bars are colored by beat, inline result, or miss.
Earnings history
Report dateFiscal periodEPS estimateEPS actualEPS surpriseRevenue estimateRevenue actual
Oct 20, 2026—$2.20$2.26+2.7%$1.69B$1.69B
Jul 21, 2026—$2.20$2.25+2.3%$1.7B$1.7B
Apr 21, 2026—$1.69$1.86+10.1%$1.62B$1.65B
Feb 4, 2026—$2.06$2.09+1.5%$1.53B$1.55B

Analyst Forecast And Price Targets

Wall Street consensus, rating distribution, and the current 12-month target range.

Analyst ratings
Buy
19
Buy
6
Hold
12-month analyst target
$200.35
+14.11% versus current price
Based on 13 analyst observations. Targets are estimates, not predictions.
Low target
$148.00
-15.70% vs latest price
Average target
$200.35
+14.11% vs latest price
High target
$245.00
+39.55% vs latest price

Event Read

Catalysts should explain what can change the setup, when it might happen, and which AIQ component would move first.

Current event setup

Event dateFeb 3, 2027

Next known earnings or reporting date.

EPS estimate$2.18

Current analyst expectation for the upcoming report.

Revenue estimate$1.64B

Current analyst expectation for the upcoming report.

Sentiment score—

News pressure around the setup.

Momentum score87

Where event reaction would show up first.

AIQ score57/100

Composite decision read before event confirmation.

Analyst context

Consensus
Buy
Analysts
13
Average target
$200.35
Target upside
14.11%
Target range
$148.00 - $245.00
90-day revisions
-13

News And Sentiment

Recent company coverage, scored where source sentiment is available.

Positive
5
Neutral
0
Negative
0
gurufocus.com · Oct 20, 2026

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gurufocus.com · Oct 20, 2026

Is It Too Late to Buy Equifax Inc (EFX) After 11.3% Rally? GF Value Says Undervalued

On October 20, 2026, Equifax Inc (EFX) shares rose 11.3% to a current price of $176.54. This uptick comes amidst a 52-week range that has seen the stock fluctua

seekingalpha.com · Oct 20, 2026

Equifax Inc. (EFX) Q3 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

Equifax Inc. (EFX) Q3 2026 Earnings Call October 20, 2026 8:30 AM EDTCompany ParticipantsTrevor Burns - Senior Vice President of Corporate Investor...

gurufocus.com · Oct 20, 2026

Equifax Inc (EFX) (Q3 2026) Earnings Call Highlights: Diversified Growth and Margin Expansion Offset Mortgage Headwinds

Revenue: $1.693 billion in Q3 2026, up 10% reported and 9% in constant currency; slightly below July guidance midpoint due to $20 million US mortgage market imp

flipboard.com · Oct 20, 2026

Equifax: 3 Key Takeaways for Long-Term Investors

AI-driven efficiency gains are lifting profitability even as mortgage headwinds persist, a margin story that extends beyond cyclical recovery.

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EFX Catalysts FAQ

What are the next catalysts for EFX stock?

EFX's next stock catalysts can include earnings, guidance, analyst ratings, price-target changes, estimate revisions, product updates, regulatory events, contracts, or sector developments. Use this page to connect those events with AIQ and market context.

What upcoming events could move EFX stock?

Upcoming events that could move EFX include earnings reports, management commentary, estimate changes, major news, and market-wide sector catalysts.

How could EFX's next earnings report affect the stock?

EFX's next earnings report could affect the stock by changing revenue expectations, EPS estimates, guidance, analyst ratings, price targets, estimate revisions, and momentum.

What could drive EFX stock higher?

EFX could move higher if earnings, guidance, demand trends, analyst expectations, or AIQ momentum improve relative to what the market already expects.

What events could hurt EFX stock?

EFX could be hurt by weaker guidance, negative estimate revisions, margin pressure, adverse news, regulatory issues, or a sector-wide risk-off move.