Equifax Shares Rally 3.77% on FTC Scrutiny and Data Study, Hits 325th in $350M Volume Surge

On September 5, 2025, , , ranking it 325th among stocks. The move followed renewed regulatory focus on consumer data practices and a study linking student loan resumptions to spending trends, which utilized Equifax data.

The (FTC) emphasized its enforcement of privacy and security standards, targeting companies failing to protect consumer information. This aligns with ongoing scrutiny of , potentially impacting Equifax’s operational framework as regulators reinforce compliance with the FTC Act’s anti-deceptive practices clause.

, using Equifax’s Consumer Credit Panel data to track debt balances. The study highlighted how debt obligations curbed disposable income, .

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