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LON:EXPN

Experian (EXPN) Share Price, News & Analysis

GBX 3,464
-8.00 (-0.23%)
(As of 06:15 AM ET)
Today's Range
3,455
3,476
50-Day Range
3,181
3,502
52-Week Range
2,366
3,530
Volume
67,865 shs
Average Volume
1.62 million shs
Market Capitalization
£31.83 billion
P/E Ratio
3,892.13
Dividend Yield
1.27%
Price Target
GBX 3,166

Experian MarketRank™ Stock Analysis

Analyst Rating
Moderate Buy
2.50 Rating Score
Upside/​Downside
8.7% Downside
GBX 3,166 Price Target
Short Interest
N/A
Dividend Strength
Weak
Based on Four Factors
Sustainability
-0.66
Upright™ Environmental Score
News Sentiment
0.78mentions of Experian in the last 14 days
Based on 3 Articles This Week
Insider Trading
Selling Shares
£729.85 M Sold Last Quarter
Proj. Earnings Growth
N/A

Overall MarketRank

New Rank-Based ScoringMarketRank is calculated by averaging available category scores (with extra weight given to analysis and valuation), then ranking the company's weighted average against that of other companies.

0.64 out of 5 stars

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About Experian Stock (LON:EXPN)

Experian plc, together with its subsidiaries, operates as a technology company in North America, Latin America, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Asia Pacific. It operates in two segments, Business-to-Business and Consumer Services. The company collects, sorts, aggregates, and transforms data from various sources to provide a range of data-driven services. It also owns, create, and develops analytics, predictive tools, sophisticated software, and platforms; credit risk, fraud prevention, identity management, customer service and engagement, account processing, and account management services; data analysis, and research and development services. In addition, the company provides credit education, free access to Experian credit reports and scores, and online educational tools. It serves its customers in financial service, direct-to-consumer, health, retail, automotive, software and professional services, telecoms and utility, insurance, media and technology, and other industries, as well as government and public sectors. The company was formerly known as Experian Group Limited and changed its name to Experian plc in July 2008. Experian plc was founded in 1826 and is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland.

EXPN Stock Price History

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Company Calendar

Ex-Dividend for 2/2 Dividend
1/04/2024
Dividend Payable
2/02/2024
Today
3/28/2024

Industry, Sector and Symbol

Industry
Consulting Services
Sub-Industry
N/A
CIK
N/A
Fax
N/A
Employees
22,400
Year Founded
N/A

Price Target and Rating

Average Stock Price Target
GBX 3,166
High Stock Price Target
GBX 3,700
Low Stock Price Target
GBX 2,450
Potential Upside/Downside
-8.7%
Consensus Rating
Moderate Buy
Rating Score (0-4)
2.50
Research Coverage
6 Analysts

Profitability

Net Income
£1.03 billion
Pretax Margin
N/A

Debt

Sales & Book Value

Annual Sales
£6.80 billion
Cash Flow
GBX 20.10 per share
Book Value
GBX 453 per share

Miscellaneous

Free Float
N/A
Market Cap
£31.85 billion
Optionable
Not Optionable
Beta
0.64
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Key Executives

  • Mr. Brian J. Cassin (Age 56)
    CEO & Executive Director
    Comp: $2.42M
  • Mr. Lloyd M. Pitchford (Age 53)
    CFO & Executive Director
    Comp: $1.5M
  • Mr. Craig Boundy (Age 49)
    COO & Executive Director
    Comp: $1.24M
  • Mr. Rick C. Gallagher
    Chief Investment Officer and Director of Global Strategy & Development
  • Ms. Joe Manna
    Chief Technology Officer
  • Ms. Nadia Ridout-Jamieson
    Chief Communications Officer
  • Mr. Darryl Gibson
    Group General Counsel
  • Ms. Jacqueline Simmonds (Age 61)
    Chief People Officer
  • Mr. Ty Taylor
    Group President of Global Consumer Services
  • Ms. Laura DeSoto
    Senior Vice President of Marketing - Business Information Services

Should I Buy Experian Stock? EXPN Pros and Cons Explained

These insights were generated using artificial intelligence. They are based on proprietary MarketBeat data, news articles, and custom LLM A.I. algorithms. This analysis of Experian was last updated on Monday, March 25, 2024 at 11:54 PM.

Pros

Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in Experian plc:

  • Experian plc operates in multiple regions globally, providing geographic diversification which can help mitigate risks associated with regional economic downturns.
  • The company offers a range of data-driven services, including credit risk and fraud prevention tools, which are in high demand across various industries, indicating a steady revenue stream.
  • Experian plc has a strong track record of innovation, constantly developing analytics, predictive tools, and sophisticated software to stay ahead in the technology sector.
  • With 0.25% of the stock currently owned by insiders, it shows confidence in the company's future performance, potentially signaling positive growth prospects.
  • Investors may find Experian plc's stock price attractive, offering a potential entry point for those looking to invest in a reputable technology company.

Cons

Investors should be bearish about investing in Experian plc for these reasons:

  • Experian plc operates in the consulting services industry, which can be sensitive to economic cycles and may face challenges during economic downturns.
  • The company's reliance on data collection and processing may expose it to regulatory risks, especially with increasing scrutiny on data privacy and security laws globally.
  • Competition in the data services sector is intense, with other tech companies offering similar services, potentially impacting Experian plc's market share and profitability.
  • Fluctuations in interest rates and credit markets can affect Experian plc's business, as its services are closely tied to credit risk management and lending activities.
  • Investors should consider the potential impact of any cybersecurity threats or data breaches on Experian plc's reputation and financial performance.

EXPN Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions

Should I buy or sell Experian stock right now?

6 Wall Street analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Experian in the last year. There are currently 1 sell rating, 1 hold rating and 4 buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street analysts is that investors should "moderate buy" EXPN shares.
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What is Experian's stock price target for 2024?

6 Wall Street research analysts have issued 1-year target prices for Experian's shares. Their EXPN share price targets range from GBX 2,450 to GBX 3,700. On average, they predict the company's share price to reach GBX 3,166 in the next twelve months. This suggests that the stock has a possible downside of 8.7%.
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How have EXPN shares performed in 2024?

Experian's stock was trading at GBX 3,202 at the beginning of 2024. Since then, EXPN stock has increased by 8.2% and is now trading at GBX 3,465.99.
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How often does Experian pay dividends? What is the dividend yield for Experian?

Experian declared a dividend on Friday, November 15th. Investors of record on Thursday, January 4th will be given a dividend of GBX 0.18 per share on Friday, February 2nd. This represents a yield of 0.54%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Thursday, January 4th. The official announcement can be viewed at this link.
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Is Experian a good dividend stock?

Experian (LON:EXPN) pays an annual dividend of GBX 44 per share and currently has a dividend yield of 1.27%. The dividend payout ratio is 4,943.82%. Payout ratios above 75% are not desirable because they may not be sustainable.
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What other stocks do shareholders of Experian own?

Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some companies that other Experian investors own include Imperial Brands (IMB), Glencore (GLEN), Aviva (AV), Barclays (BARC), International Consolidated Airlines Group (IAG), Vodafone Group Public (VOD), British American Tobacco (BATS), Experian (EXPGY), easyJet (EZJ) and Ferguson (FERG).

How do I buy shares of Experian?

Shares of EXPN stock and other U.K. stocks can be purchased through online brokerage accounts that support trading on the London Stock Exchange (LSX). Some U.K. companies can be purchased through major U.S. brokerages in the form of American Depository Receipts (ADRs), which are placeholder equities held in a trust by a bank that represent shares of a foreign stock.
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This page (LON:EXPN) was last updated on 3/28/2024 by MarketBeat.com Staff

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