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 CultureBMore
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Employees (est.) (Dec 2020)8,200(+3%)
Job Openings435
Revenue (FY, 2020)$2.7 B(+3%)
Share Price (May 2021)$106.2
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

Net income (Q1, 2021)

130.6m

EBIT (Q1, 2021)

180.7m

Market capitalization (7-May-2021)

20.3b

Closing stock price (7-May-2021)

106.2
TransUnion's current market capitalization is $20.3 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

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

Gross profit

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

Gross profit Margin, %

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

Cash

187.4m274.1m493.0m

Accounts Receivable

456.8m443.9m453.7m

Current Assets

841.5m888.2m1.1b

PP&E

220.3m219.0m223.2m
Quarterly
USDQ1, 2018Q2, 2018Q3, 2018Q1, 2019Q2, 2019Q3, 2019Q1, 2020Q2, 2020Q3, 2020Q1, 2021

Cash

154.3m192.3m226.6m200.9m194.7m235.9m305.7m432.2m554.0m

Accounts Receivable

344.0m422.2m426.1m470.0m489.2m458.2m468.0m433.1m468.0m488.1m

Current Assets

646.5m853.6m886.0m893.2m869.6m892.1m924.8m1.1b1.2b1.1b

PP&E

189.3m202.9m198.2m214.5m215.1m201.8m210.0m203.3m202.8m
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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

EV/EBIT

101.5 x

EV/CFO

125.8 x

EV/FCF

171.5 x

Debt/Equity

1.3 x

Debt/Assets

0.5 x

Financial Leverage

2.7 x

P/E Ratio

149.4
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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: www.transunion.com
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TransUnion Cybersecurity Score

Cybersecurity ratingPremium dataset

B

81/100

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TransUnion Environment, Social & Governance (ESG) Ratings

CSRHub ESG ratingPremium dataset

40-49

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

    71/100

  • CEO Rating

    A+

    80/100

  • Compensation

    B

    71/100

  • Diversity

    C

    63/100

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TransUnion News and Updates

May 06, 2021

Transunion (TRU) EVP - Global Solutions Timothy J Martin Sold $526,800 of Shares

EVP - Global Solutions of Transunion (30-Year Financial, Insider Trades) Timothy J Martin (insider trades) sold 5,000 shares of TRU on 05/03/2021 at an average price of $105.36 a share. The total sale was $526,800.
May 06, 2021

Sharp Vehicle Price Increases Spell Tough Times for Consumers

Bad news for prospective car buyers: new vehicle prices rose by almost three times the current inflation rate in the first quarter of 2021, and is expected to continue to increase in the coming months. At the same time, the prices of used vehicles increased in real terms for the first time since 201…
May 05, 2021

Digital fraud attempt and covid

A third (33 per cent) of UK consumers say they have been targeted in a digital fraud attempt related to COVID-19 in the last three months, according to the credit reference agency TransUnion. Although, only 4pc fell victim to the scams. Just under a quarter (24pc) were saying the same in April 2020,…
May 05, 2021

TransUnion – Consensus Indicates Potential 9.7% Upside

TransUnion with ticker code (TRU) now have 17 analysts covering the stock with the consensus suggesting a rating of ‘Buy’. The target price ranges between 116 and 85 with a mean TP of 100.71. With the stocks previous close at 91.83 this would indicate that there is a potential upside of 9.7%. The 50…
May 05, 2021

Half of Gen Z Have Been Targeted in a Digital Fraud Attempt

TransUnion’s Consumer Pulse Study has found that a third (33%) of UK consumers say they have been targeted in a digital fraud attempt related to COVID-19 in the last three monthsi, though just 4% fell victim to the scams. This represents a steady increase from when the pandemic began, with just unde…
May 02, 2021

TransUnion – Consensus Indicates Potential 9.7% Upside

TransUnion found using ticker (TRU) have now 17 analysts in total covering the stock. The consensus rating is ‘Buy’. The range between the high target price and low target price is between 116 and 85 with a mean TP of 100.71. Now with the previous closing price of 91.83 this indicates there is a pot…
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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.