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Equifax Survey Highlights AI-Driven Verification Demand for EFX growth

Jul 29, 2026, 7:53 AM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed
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Positive read on data-verification demand could expand Equifax's Employer Services and verify-data offerings, potentially boosting revenue visibility and contract velocity in a AI-enabled hiring environment.

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Equifax's SHRM 2026 HR Trends Survey shows AI boosts onboarding efficiency but increases hiring complexity due to misrepresentation risks. With 73% reporting fabricated information and 50% citing employment-history issues, demand for reliable verification data is rising. The results support Equifax's Employer Services and data-verification offerings as enterprises balance AI gains with governance and compliance needs.

  • 73% report fabricated/misleading candidate information challenges; 50% cite employment history.
  • AI boosts HR efficiency but adds hiring complexity and verification needs.
  • 353 HR pros surveyed at SHRM 2026 (Orlando, June 16–18, 2026).
  • Compliance as an 'always-on' priority rises to 27% of respondents.
  • Equifax emphasizes data verification to spot AI-generated content.

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