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Market Trends What Does the Latest Market Pulse Index Say About the Widening Wealth Gap and Gen Z's Financial Momentum in 2026?

Explore the Q3 2025 Market Pulse Index findings on the widening wealth gap, Gen Z's rising financial momentum, and why multidimensional risk [...]

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Market Trends Digital, Identity, and AI: What Industry Leaders are Prioritizing (and Watching) in 2026

Discover the top 2026 strategic priorities for industry leaders, from AI and digital lending to identity verification and evolving regulator [...]

Market Trends Today’s Biggest Market Challenges - According to You

Market leaders share Q4 Market Pulse insights on 2026 challenges: mortgage affordability, rising delinquencies, and the future of AI in risk [...]

Market Trends Year in Review: Key Economic Trends from 2025 and What We’re Watching in 2026

Equifax Advisors review 2025 economic trends: the K-shaped economy, AI, Fed rate cuts, and rising consumer stress. See 2026 predictions.

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Market Trends What Do Industry Leaders Think Are the Top Risks in 2026?: Affordability, Interest Rates, and Fraud Lead the Way

Get key insights from our Market Pulse survey on the top macroeconomic risks for 2026: affordability, rising interest rates, and fraud.

Market Trends How AI and the Economy Are Shaping Risk, Security, and Business Strategy in 2025 and Beyond

Learn how AI and economic uncertainty are converging to reshape risk, security, and competitive strategy. Get the top 10 insights for 2025.

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Consumer Credit December 2025 Consumer Pulse: The Latest Consumer Credit Trends

Get the latest consumer credit trends for December 2025 from Market Pulse. See key insights on rising originations, climbing consumer debt, [...]

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Identity & Fraud Synthetic Identity Fraud: The Unseen Threat and Its Cost to Businesses

Synthetic identity fraud is a hard-to-detect threat costing businesses up to $40 billion. Learn why this fraud is rising, its true impact, a [...]

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Commercial Business Rethinking Small Business Lending: How Trust and Speed are Reshaping the Future

Small businesses need a lender who understands their urgency. Learn how new technology, next-gen scores, and AI are building trust and speed [...]

Market Trends November Market Pulse Q&A: Experts Answer Your Questions on the Latest Trends to Know as the Year Ends

Discover expert answers on the economic outlook, including downturn odds, AI stock valuations, and the impact of the $38 trillion U.S. natio [...]

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Consumer Credit November 2025 Consumer Pulse: The Latest Consumer Credit Trends

Get the latest November 2025 Consumer Pulse insights on credit trends, outstanding debt, and delinquencies through September 2025 to prepare [...]

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Identity & Fraud Account Takeover (ATO) Fraud: Understanding the Impact and How to Protect Your Business

Learn about the worrisome rise of Account Takeover (ATO) fraud, its devastating impact on businesses and consumers, and three best practices [...]

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Identity & Fraud The Shifting Landscape of Digital Fraud: Why Mobile is the New Battleground

Mobile fraud is on the rise. Learn why fraudsters are targeting mobile transactions and discover strategies to strengthen your digital fraud [...]

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Market Trends Auto Lending in 2025: What’s Really Going On? 6 Trends to Know Now

Discover the latest auto loan trends in 2025: from rising loan amounts and lender shifts to subprime lending and refinancing opportunities.

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Market Trends October 2025 Market Pulse: Macroeconomic Trends and Mortgage Industry Shifts

Gain insights into October 2025's macroeconomic trends, consumer sentiment, and the impact of VantageScore 4.0 on the mortgage industry.

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Consumer Credit October 2025 Consumer Credit: The Current Trends

Stay ahead with the latest consumer credit trends. Discover key insights on originations, debt, and delinquencies from the October 2025 Mark [...]

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Alternative Data Unlocking Financial Opportunity: How Alternative Data Transforms Customer Experiences

Unlock financial opportunities and transform customer experiences with alternative data. Discover how new data sources combine with traditio [...]

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Market Trends The Market Pulse Index: Unpacking Consumer Financial Health and Generational Divides in the First Half of 2025

Unpack consumer financial health & generational divides with the Market Pulse Index. Discover key insights for strategic planning in a K-sha [...]

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Consumer Credit Unlocking New Opportunities: The Power of VantageScore 4.0 for Lenders

Unlock new lending opportunities with VantageScore 4.0. Discover how trended and alternative data expand credit access and refine risk asses [...]

Market Trends Q3 Market Pulse: Business Leaders on the State of the Economy, Fraud, and the Mortgage Industry in Q3 2025

Gain key insights into the Q3 2025 economy from the Market Pulse webinar audience, from consumer spending and lending trends to fraud and th [...]

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Market Trends September Market Pulse Q&A: Experts on Housing Affordability and Economic Shifts

Gain expert insights on potential economic impacts, housing affordability challenges, and market trends from our September Market Pulse Q&A.

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Consumer Credit September 2025 Consumer Credit Pulse: The Current Trends

Stay ahead of consumer credit trends with insights from Equifax. Explore rising debt, shifting delinquencies, and the growing fraud industry [...]

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Market Trends Industry Insights: Ten Things to Know From September’s Market Pulse Webinar

Stay ahead of economic shifts! Discover 6 macroeconomic trends and 4 mortgage industry themes from the September 2025 Market Pulse webinar.

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Identity & Fraud What to Know About the Growing Threat of Synthetic Identity Fraud

The growing threat of synthetic identity fraud accounts for 50-70% of credit fraud losses. Learn how to prevent it and protect your business [...]

Market Trends Q&A: What Lenders Need to Know About a Fast-Changing Regulatory Landscape

Navigate the fast-changing regulatory landscape in lending with insights from Equifax's Market Pulse podcast. Learn about new regulations, e [...]

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Data-Driven Marketing Alternative Data: Revolutionizing Financial Marketing For Business Growth

Unlock financial growth by leveraging alternative data to create personalized experiences and reach credit-invisible consumers. Improve mark [...]

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Market Trends August Market Pulse Q&A: Your Top Questions on Student Loans & Fraud Answered

Get expert answers on student loan reclassification and credit washing fraud from the August Market Pulse Q&A. Stay informed!

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Market Trends What’s on Lenders’ Minds in 2025? A Conversation with Equifax Advisors

Discover what's on lenders' minds in 2025: student loans, trade uncertainty, & auto lending. Get insights from Equifax Advisors.

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Consumer Credit August 2025 Consumer Credit Pulse: The Current Trends

Stay current on consumer credit trends with August 2025 Market Pulse insights, covering originations, debt, delinquencies, and fraud.

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Market Trends August 2025 Market Pulse: What You Need to Know Now About Market Trends & Fighting Fraud

Learn top economic trends and how to fight fraud in the auto industry. Get key insights from the August 2025 Market Pulse webinar.

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Alternative Data How Is Alternative Data Powering the Future of Lending?

Discover how alternative data is transforming lending, creating personal experiences & stronger loyalty for financial institutions.

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Alternative Data Alternative Data: Your Frequently Asked Questions, Answered

Unlock credit access with alternative data. Learn how it helps consumers and lenders, expanding opportunities for all.

Alternative Data Unlock Smarter Lending with Open Banking

Unlock smarter lending decisions with open banking. Learn how Equifax solutions leverage bank transaction data to increase approvals and imp [...]

Market Trends July Market Pulse Q&A: Answering Your Questions on Student Loans, Credit Cards, Economic Shifts, and More

Get answers to your questions on student loans, credit cards, and economic shifts from the July Market Pulse webinar experts.

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Market Trends The K-Shaped Economy: What It Means in 2025 and How We Got Here

Unpack the K-shaped economy of 2025. Discover how it affects different generations and learn how to adapt your financial strategy accordingl [...]

Alternative Data 3 Simple Ways to Boost Account Opening with Alternative Data

Boost account opening and understand more customers with alternative data. Unlock new opportunities and make smarter lending decisions.

Consumer Credit July 2025 Consumer Credit Pulse: The Current Trends

Gain key insights from the July 2025 Market Pulse webinar on current consumer credit trends, including originations, debt, and delinquencies [...]

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Market Trends We Asked, You Answered: 5 Key Trends for H2 2025

Discover 5 key trends for H2 2025 from Equifax's Q2 Market Pulse webinars, covering economic uncertainty, AI in fintech, and strategic plann [...]

Credit Risk Unlock Growth and Mitigate Risk: Optimizing Consumer Loan Decisions with Data

Optimize consumer loan decisions with data. Unlock growth and mitigate risk by refining lending policies, analyzing historical data, and lev [...]

Consumer Credit Insight Recap: Top 9 Takeaways from the First Half of 2025

Catch up on H1 2025's top insights! Discover key trends in fraud prevention, alternative data, and Gen Z financial behaviors from our top 9 [...]

Market Trends June 2025 Market Pulse: 5 Market Trends You Need to Know Now

Understand June 2025's 5 key market trends: rising prices, economic uncertainty, slowing labor growth, falling consumer sentiment, and low s [...]

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Alternative Data FAQ: What is Open Banking?

Discover how open banking is revolutionizing lending, offering more accurate risk assessments and expanding financial inclusion through cons [...]

Consumer Credit June 2025 Consumer Credit: Trends at a Glance

Get a snapshot of June 2025 consumer credit trends, including originations, outstanding debt, and delinquencies, with insights from Equifax.

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Alternative Data Leveling Up: How Alternative Data Reveals Deeper Customer Insights

Unlock deeper customer insights with alternative data. Learn how it helps lenders make smarter decisions, balance growth, and reduce risk.

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Market Trends Market Pulse Check: A Midyear Look at the U.S. Economy

Stay informed on the evolving U.S. economy. This blog, based on the Market Pulse podcast, explores shifting economic trends, consumer behavi [...]

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Account Management Supporting Their Financial Best: How To Help Your Members And Customers Achieve Their Credit Goals

AI-powered credit score improvement for members. Enhance engagement, cross-sell, and build loyalty with personalized financial guidance tool [...]

Prospecting Power New Loan Growth With Better Marketing Precision

Boost loan growth with targeted marketing. Discover how to find in-market credit seekers and deliver offers at the right time for maximum im [...]

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Market Trends May 2025 Consumer Credit: Trends at a Glance

Explore May 2025 consumer credit trends. Insights on originations, debt, utilization, & delinquencies. Stay informed with Equifax Market Pul [...]

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Alternative Data Young People Are Entering the Credit World: Here’s How to Approve More Gen Z With Alternative Data

Help more Gen Z borrowers get approved using alternative data. Learn how to expand credit access & reduce risk for lenders.

Market Trends What’s on Your Minds: Growth, Gen Z, and Getting It Right in a Tough Market

Navigate today's uncertain market and discover key insights from Equifax Market Pulse, including Gen Z strategies, growth challenges in a sh [...]

Credit Risk Don’t Miss New Opportunities - How You Can Quickly Spot Shifts in the Lending Economy

Uncover the impact of macro lending trends on your strategy. Track recent lending activity to refine and optimize your origination efforts f [...]

Alternative Data Driving Growth: A Trusted Leader in Alternative Data Solutions

For lenders, using alternative data is becoming increasingly crucial to stay ahead and drive growth in this rapidly changing market.&nbs [...]

Alternative Data From Alternative to Imperative: 5 Reasons Why Alternative Data Is the Key to Growth

In today’s fast-paced lending environment, traditional credit scores and financial statements may not tell the full story. In fact, 76 [...]

Credit Risk Three Reasons Why an Updated Income Model Can Help You Make Better Business Decisions

Many lenders frequently use income estimates to help inform their decisions. For example, income estimates are often used to help evalua [...]

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Alternative Data Expanding Lending Horizons: Leveraging Alternative Data for Better Insights

While the world of consumer credit continues to evolve with the advent of newer forms of financing like fintech lending and Buy Now Pay [...]

Alternative Data Navigating Risk and Growth: How Data is Reshaping Account Opening in 2025

In Q4 2024, over 300 frequent viewers of the monthly Market Pulse webinar offered by Equifax provided insights into how their organiza [...]

Data-Driven Marketing New Tools for Credit Unions and Banks to Assess the Health of their Lending Portfolio

New tool for credit unions and banks to spot opportunities and risks in their lending portfolio

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Data-Driven Marketing Using Alternative Data in a K-Shaped Economy: Strategies for Lenders

Discover how alternative data is transforming lending in a K-shaped economy. Learn about key market trends impacting consumers and how lende [...]

Commercial Business How to Grow Deposits from Small Businesses

Here are four ideas to expand your small business relationships and bring in more deposits.

Credit Risk How Credit Unions Can Address Rising Auto Loan Delinquencies

It’s no secret that auto affordability remains an issue for consumers. High auto prices and high interest rates are an ongoing challenge [...]

Prospecting 3 Tips for Lenders to Modernize Their Prospecting

How many years has your company been marketing lending offers to consumers? Five? Ten? Twenty? Fifty or more? It’s likely a lot of years.& [...]

Account Management 6 Strategies for Credit Unions to Better Meet Member Needs

Credit unions are known to provide personalized service and focus on the unique needs of their members. For many members, this dedicated [...]

Credit Risk 3 Ways Credit Unions Can Digitally Reduce Fraud While Protecting Their Members’ Experience

Fraud is an ever-present threat. It is especially harmful at a time when credit unions are needing to shore up liquidity and fight for e [...]

Credit Risk How Lenders Can Score and Approve More Applicants While Managing Risk

The nation’s consumers are becoming even more financially diverse. Think about young consumers and the growing number of immigrants who [...]

Credit Risk 5 Best Practices for Credit Union Portfolio Reviews

One action credit unions can take to gain control in an uncertain environment is to effectively use portfolio reviews. That way they can [...]

Deposit Growth How Credit Unions Can Succeed in an Uncertain Economy

  With rising interest rates and other economic headwinds, how are credit unions adapting? And how can they find the risks a [...]

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Market Trends Update on Credit Unions in Today’s Economy

Consumers have many choices for managing their finances. One option, banking, is often overlooked with a credit union. Credit unions are [...]

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Alternative Data Widen Your Consumer Scope with Alternative Data

76.1 million consumers have little-to-no credit history.¹ Unfortunately, having no credit history makes it very difficult for many indiv [...]

Identity & Fraud U.S. DoL Provides $100 Million to Help Combat Unemployment Fraud

The U.S. Department of Labor (DoL) announced on August 31, 2020  they are providing an additional $100 million to state workforce agencies t [...]