- Full-year organic revenue growth 6% (guidance 5-6%), to $7.1bn
- Underlying operating profit up 7% to $1.9bn
- 6-8% revenue grow expected for next year
Matt Britzman, equity analyst, Hargreaves Lansdown:
“Credit giant Experian is ticking all the boxes. A strong final quarter capped off a good year, and investors should be happy with guidance that points to further top-line growth and improving margins. Experian is a leader in its field, with US operations taking centre stage and driving cash flow that can be reinvested into growth markets like Latin America.
The mix of business and consumer products is key, with free users providing a treasure trove of data for Experian to leverage. In this modern age of AI, data is king. AI is already being integrated into products, and there’s plenty of scope to do more. The valuation isn’t cheap, but you’re paying for quality with Experian. That’s more than justified given the combination of sector-leading returns and growth opportunities on the horizon.”
