EFX Fair Value Estimate
$178.929.1% undervalued
Blended fair value estimate based on DCF, Graham Number, and earnings-based models.
Equifax Inc
Exchange: NYSESector: IndustrialsIndustry: Consulting Services
At Equifax, we believe knowledge drives progress. As a global data, analytics, and technology company, we play an essential role in the global economy by helping financial institutions, companies, employers, and government agencies make critical decisions with greater confidence. Our unique blend of differentiated data, analytics, and cloud technology drives insights to power decisions to move people forward. Headquartered in Atlanta and supported by approximately 15,000 employees worldwide, Equifax operates or has investments in 24 countries in North America, Central and South America, Europe, and the Asia Pacific region.
Current Price
$164.04
+0.92%GoodMoat Value
$178.92
9.1% undervaluedProfile
Valuation (TTM)
Market Cap$19.73B
P/E28.24
EV$26.90B
P/B4.28
Shares Out120.27M
P/Sales3.14
Revenue$6.28B
EV/EBITDA13.15
Equifax Inc (EFX) Valuation
GoodMoat Analysis
Equifax appears fairly valued to marginally overvalued for a value investor, offering a minimal margin of safety. The current price is near the GoodMoat target, and its P/E multiple is significantly above its sector average, demanding high growth expectations.
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Based on the GoodMoat Investment Framework's valuation assessment, Equifax's current price of $171.76 is very close to the GoodMoat target of $178.92, implying a margin of safety of only about 4%. This falls into the 'Marginal' band (10–20%) and is well below the 'Favourable' threshold of 20%, offering little buffer for a value investor. The stock's forward-looking valuation multiples are elevated. With a P/E of approximately 32x, it trades at a substantial premium to the broader industrials/sector average, which often sits in the low-to-mid 20s. This high multiple suggests the market is pricing in sustained growth and high returns. While the company demonstrates solid fundamentals like a 9.2% revenue growth and a 5.4% FCF yield, the valuation case hinges on flawless execution to justify its premium. For a value investor seeking a clear margin of safety, the current price appears full, making the setup more favourable for growth-oriented investors than traditional value seekers. Analysis based on data as of 2024-05-15.
EFX Valuation Metrics
FCF$1.13B
FCF Growth Rate—
EPS Growth (CAGR)4.89%
WACC10.00%
Fair Value Models
Graham Number, PEG-based, and Earnings-based models
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Equifax Inc (EFX) valuation analysis using multiple fair value methodologies. GoodMoat calculates a blended fair value target using discounted cash flow (DCF) analysis, the Graham Number, and earnings-based valuation models.
The GoodMoat Fair Value target for Equifax Inc is $178.92. The current stock price is $164.04, suggesting the stock is 9.1% undervalued.
The price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio is 28.24. Price-to-book ratio is 4.28. Price-to-sales ratio is 3.14. Enterprise value to EBITDA is 13.15. PEG ratio is 0.84.
GoodMoat's valuation models include the Graham Number (based on EPS and book value), an earnings-based model (discounted future EPS), and a PEG-adjusted valuation. The three models are averaged to produce a blended fair value estimate. Use these tools alongside the DCF calculator and reverse DCF to form a comprehensive view of Equifax Inc's intrinsic value.