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Oct 24, 2024 3:10 PM - Tony Dante
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TransUnion (NYSE:TRU) is a global information and insights company that provides credit information and information management services. It competes with other credit reporting agencies like Experian and Equifax. On October 24, 2024, Toni Kaplan from Morgan Stanley set a price target of $119 for TRU, suggesting a potential upside of approximately 9.95% from its trading price of $108.23 at that time.
The day before this announcement, TransUnion held its Q3 2024 earnings conference call. Key figures such as CEO Chris Cartwright and CFO Todd Cello discussed the company's financial performance. Analysts, including Toni Kaplan, participated in the call, which was conducted in a listen-only mode, as highlighted by Seeking Alpha. The call provided insights into TransUnion's strategic direction and financial health.
TransUnion reported a strong financial performance for Q3 2024, with a total revenue of $1.085 billion, a 12% increase from the same period in 2023. This growth was driven by its U.S. Financial Services, Insurance, Consumer Interactive, and International segments. The company is also focusing on technology modernization and transformation program savings, which are contributing to its positive financial results.
The company achieved a significant turnaround in earnings, reporting a net income of $68 million for the quarter, compared to a loss of $319 million in Q3 2023. In a strategic move, TransUnion prepaid $25 million in debt, totaling $105 million in debt prepayments for 2024. This financial strategy reflects the company's commitment to strengthening its balance sheet.
Following these positive outcomes, TransUnion raised its financial guidance for 2024, now expecting a 9% revenue growth for the year. The stock is currently priced at $109.27, with a market capitalization of approximately $21.23 billion. The stock has fluctuated between $107.59 and $109.99 today, with a trading volume of 177,284 shares.
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