Finance Glossary

Equifax

One of the three main credit reference agencies operating in the UK, alongside Experian and TransUnion. Equifax collects credit data from lenders and public records to compile credit files and produce credit scores. Consumers can access their Equifax credit report through the Equifax website or free services such as ClearScore, which uses Equifax data.

Related terms

Credit Reference Agency
An organisation that collects and maintains credit data on i
Experian
The largest credit reference agency in the UK by market shar
TransUnion
One of the three main credit reference agencies in the UK, f
Credit File
A detailed record held by credit reference agencies that doc
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