TransUnion

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TransUnion is a risk and information solutions provider to businesses and consumers. The company offers consumer reports, risk scores, analytical services and decision capabilities to businesses, as well as solutions that help consumers manage their personal finances and take precautions against identity theft.

TypePublic
Founded1968
HQChicago, IL, USMap
Websitetransunion.com
Employee Ratings4More
Overall CultureB+More
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Employees (est.) (Dec 2020)8,200(+3%)
Job Openings612
Revenue (FY, 2020)$2.7 B(+3%)
Share Price (Jul 2021)$114.3
Cybersecurity ratingBMore

Key People/Management at TransUnion

Christopher A. Cartwright

Christopher A. Cartwright

President and Chief Executive Officer
Todd M. Cello

Todd M. Cello

Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Dane Mauldin

Dane Mauldin

Executive Vice President, Chief Operations Officer
Abhi Dhar

Abhi Dhar

Executive Vice President and Chief Information and Technology Officer
Maitri Johnson

Maitri Johnson

Vice President, Tenant & Employment
Dave Blumberg

Dave Blumberg

Senior Director of Public Relations, U.S. & International
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TransUnion Office Locations

TransUnion has offices in Chicago, Gaborone, São Paulo, Burlington and in 21 other locations
Chicago, IL, US (HQ)
555 W Adams St
Gaborone, BW
Millenium Office Park, Unit 8, Plot 115
São Paulo, BR
Rua Vergueiro, 2016 - Vila Mariana
Burlington, CA
3115 Harvester Rd 3rd Floor
Santiago, CL
Monjitas 392 - Piso 5
Bogotá, CO
Piso 8, Ac. 100 #7A-81
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TransUnion Financials and Metrics

TransUnion Revenue

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TransUnion's revenue was reported to be $2.72 b in FY, 2020 which is a 2.3% increase from the previous period.
USD

Revenue (Q1, 2021)

745.3m

Gross profit (Q1, 2021)

502.1m

Gross profit margin (Q1, 2021), %

67.4%

Net income (Q1, 2021)

130.6m

EBIT (Q1, 2021)

180.7m

Market capitalization (22-Jul-2021)

21.9b

Closing stock price (22-Jul-2021)

114.3

Cash (31-Mar-2021)

433.0m

EV

24.8b
TransUnion's current market capitalization is $21.9 b.
Annual
USDFY, 2018FY, 2019FY, 2020

Revenue

2.3b2.7b2.7b

Revenue growth, %

20%15%2%

Cost of goods sold

790.1m874.1m920.4m

Gross profit

1.5b1.8b1.8b
Quarterly
USDQ1, 2018Q2, 2018Q3, 2018Q1, 2019Q2, 2019Q3, 2019Q1, 2020Q2, 2020Q3, 2020Q1, 2021

Revenue

537.4m563.1m603.6m619.3m661.9m689.3m687.6m634.4m695.9m745.3m

Cost of goods sold

182.3m189.1m207.5m208.1m216.2m220.8m225.1m218.6m222.4m243.2m

Gross profit

355.1m374.0m396.1m411.2m445.7m468.5m462.5m415.8m473.5m502.1m

Gross profit Margin, %

66%66%66%66%67%68%67%66%68%67%
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Annual
USDFY, 2018FY, 2019FY, 2020

Net Income

287.5m356.6m355.6m

Depreciation and Amortization

306.9m362.1m367.9m

Accounts Payable

20.7m5.7m18.7m

Cash From Operating Activities

555.7m776.7m787.4m
Quarterly
USDQ1, 2018Q2, 2018Q3, 2018Q1, 2019Q2, 2019Q3, 2019Q1, 2020Q2, 2020Q3, 2020Q1, 2021

Net Income

75.4m132.6m182.0m73.4m177.3m265.6m74.3m144.3m251.0m130.6m

Depreciation and Amortization

66.6m134.6m218.8m93.5m182.7m271.4m90.3m181.2m273.4m94.3m

Accounts Payable

(3.7m)25.9m8.3m6.1m10.8m12.3m28.8m7.3m7.2m

Cash From Operating Activities

101.0m230.5m409.4m123.8m308.3m580.4m125.5m379.4m558.2m144.8m
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USDQ1, 2018

Debt/Equity

1.3 x

Debt/Assets

0.5 x

Financial Leverage

2.7 x
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TransUnion Operating Metrics

TransUnion's Customers was reported to be 75 k in FY, 2018.
FY, 2014FY, 2015FY, 2016FY, 2017FY, 2018FY, 2019FY, 2020

Consumers in Database

1 b1 b1 b1 b

Countries

30303030303030

Customers

65 k75 k

Data Sources

90 k90 k90 k90 k
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TransUnion Acquisitions / Subsidiaries

Company NameDateDeal Size
Tru OptikOctober 01, 2020
SignalAugust 17, 2020
TruSignalMay 15, 2019
RubixisOctober 10, 2018
Healthcare Payment SpecialistsMay 18, 2018
Callcredit InformationApril 20, 2018$1 b
FactorTrustNovember 14, 2017
eBureauOctober 10, 2017
DataLink ServicesAugust 28, 2017
RTechSeptember 21, 2016
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TransUnion Revenue Breakdown

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TransUnion revenue breakdown by business segment: 18.4% from Consumer Interactive, 60.8% from U.S. Information Services and 20.9% from International

Human Capital Metrics

Source: craft.co, www.transunion.com
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TransUnion Cybersecurity Score

Cybersecurity ratingPremium dataset

B

87/100

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TransUnion Environment, Social & Governance (ESG) Ratings

CSRHub ESG ratingPremium dataset

50-59

out of 100

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TransUnion Online and Social Media Presence

TransUnion's Trends

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TransUnion Company Culture

  • Overall Culture

    B+

    73/100

  • CEO Rating

    A+

    79/100

  • Compensation

    B

    72/100

  • Diversity

    C

    65/100

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TransUnion News and Updates

July 22, 2021

TransUnion partners with coops to boost lending confidence in PH

Information and insights company TransUnion has teamed up with Philippine cooperatives to boost lending confidence and boost financial inclusion in the country
July 22, 2021

TransUnion (TRU) falls 0.66% for July 22

TransUnion (NYSE: TRU) shares fell 0.66%, or $0.76 per share, to close Thursday at $114.33. After opening the day at $115.54, shares of TransUnion fluctuated between $115.74 and $113.31. 864,254 shares traded hands an increase from their 30 day average of 749,674. Thursday's activity brought TransUn…
July 20, 2021

TransUnion (TRU) gains 2.36% for July 20

TransUnion (NYSE: TRU) shares gained 2.36%, or $2.66 per share, to close Tuesday at $115.43. After opening the day at $113.07, shares of TransUnion fluctuated between $116.26 and $113.07. 807,585 shares traded hands an increase from their 30 day average of 762,232. Tuesday's activity brought TransUn…
July 16, 2021

TransUnion (TRU) gains 1.06% for July 16

TransUnion (NYSE: TRU) shares gained 1.06%, or $1.21 per share, to close Friday at $115.76. After opening the day at $115.35, shares of TransUnion fluctuated between $116.67 and $115.03. 939,081 shares traded hands an increase from their 30 day average of 766,877. Friday's activity brought TransUnio…
July 15, 2021

Alternative Data Such as Rent Payment Reporting Bridges the Gap for Unscorable Consumers and Increases Financial Inclusion Opportunities

As consumers continue to navigate the COVID-19 pandemic, a new timely analysis from TransUnion (NYSE: TRU) found that many renters could benefit from the practice of rent payment reporting. When rent payments were included in the credit file, consumers experienced an average increase of nearly 60 po…
July 15, 2021

TransUnion (TRU) gains 1.57% for July 15

TransUnion (NYSE: TRU) shares gained 1.57%, or $1.77 per share, to close Thursday at $114.55. After opening the day at $112.41, shares of TransUnion fluctuated between $114.64 and $112.07. 994,684 shares traded hands an increase from their 30 day average of 779,162. Thursday's activity brought Trans…
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 TransUnion Frequently Asked Questions

  • When was TransUnion founded?

    TransUnion was founded in 1968.

  • Who are TransUnion key executives?

    TransUnion's key executives are Christopher A. Cartwright, Todd M. Cello and Dane Mauldin.

  • How many employees does TransUnion have?

    TransUnion has 8,200 employees.

  • What is TransUnion revenue?

    Latest TransUnion annual revenue is $2.7 b.

  • What is TransUnion revenue per employee?

    Latest TransUnion revenue per employee is $331.3 k.

  • Who are TransUnion competitors?

    Competitors of TransUnion include Creditsafe, CoreLogic and CRIF.

  • Where is TransUnion headquarters?

    TransUnion headquarters is located at 555 W Adams St, Chicago.

  • Where are TransUnion offices?

    TransUnion has offices in Chicago, Gaborone, São Paulo, Burlington and in 21 other locations.

  • How many offices does TransUnion have?

    TransUnion has 25 offices.