Fair's FICO Slides to 320th in U.S. Trading Activity Amid CFPB Scrutiny and Sector Headwinds

On September 18, 2025, Fair (NYSE: FICO) closed at $... , marking its lowest volume session in recent weeks. , , . equities. This follows a period of volatile price action driven by shifting market sentiment toward credit risk modeling tools.

Recent developments highlight regulatory scrutiny intensifying across the financial data sector. A notice from the (CFPB) last week signaled heightened interest in algorithmic credit scoring practices, prompting investor caution. Analysts at major institutions have since downgraded Fair’s short-term outlook, citing potential compliance costs. Additionally, a partnership announcement with a regional fintech firm was viewed as insufficient to offset broader sector-wide headwinds.

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