Equifax Inc. reported net income of $39 million for the third quarter, up nearly 9% from $35.8 million last year.
The credit bureau and information services company reported revenue for the quarter was up 6 % to $290 million from $274 million last year. The quarter ended Sept. 30.
“Equifax delivered strong growth and profitability in a difficult environment,” said chairman/CEO Thomas F. Chapman, in a statement. “We continue to make significant progress on our key growth initiatives.”