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At Experian we recognize our teammates are central to our business success. By including people with disabilities in our workplace, we gain their unique perspectives and different approaches to problem solving.  Experian is committed to supporting this community and we are delighted to be named a 2023 Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion by the American Association of People with Disabilities and Disability:IN. For the second year in a row, we earned a score of 100 out of 100 in the Disability Equality Index (DEI), the world’s most comprehensive benchmarking tool that measures disability workplace inclusion. We continue to explore and prioritize ways to enhance our flexible work environment and engage with those who can help lead the charge most effectively. Creating a better tomorrow extends to third parties we work with and serve. We launched a pilot program called the Support Hub, which gives disabled people and those with additional support needs an easy, one-stop portal to tell organizations what they need to access essential services; it also helps organizations meet their obligations to better identify and support vulnerable customers.  We’re proud to partner with National Disability Institute to support its Financial Resilience Center that provides information and resources to help people with disabilities and chronic health conditions build their financial resilience, and with National Disability Institute and Disability:IN to explore how financial service providers can better support equal access to financial opportunities. Our inclusion in the DEI for the third consecutive year honors the determination, creativity, and empathy of our colleagues with disabilities as we strive to be a great place to work. Learn more about Experian in its Power of YOU: 2023 Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Report.

As people around the country prepare to celebrate Fourth of July, our newly released research shows many Gen Z and millennial consumers are longing for more financial independence from their parents.  Why it matters: more than half of Gen Zers and millennials are still financially dependent on their parents. And many don’t feel good about it – with two-thirds saying they feel ashamed when asking their parents for financial support. For many, having an established credit history is key to feeling more financially independent. Additional survey highlights include: StatementGen Z(Ages 18-26)Millennials(Ages 27-42)TotalI am somewhat or very financially dependent on my parents61%47%54%I feel ashamed when I have to ask my parents for financial support62%70%66%I do not consider my parents to be good financial role models28%27%27%Having an established credit history is important to being less financially dependent on my parents77%84%80%I have a hard time saying no to myself when making impulse purchases58%56%57%I am considering cutting down on my online entertainment subscriptions to save money58%55%57%I prefer to spend money on life experiences (like traveling, concerts, etc.) now rather than saving for retirement63%59%61% In addition to limited experience with credit, Gen Z and millennial spending habits may be another factor causing them to rely on parents for financial support. More than half (57%) say they have a hard time saying no to themselves when making an impulse purchase for something they want but don’t need. This is a struggle I can relate to. It’s become easier than ever to purchase what I want, when I want it, right from my phone. When I catch myself doing this, I pause, and I ask myself if this purchase is a need or a want. That quick check-in really helps to curb my impulse spending. Credit can be a financial tool to help us achieve many of the things we want in life, including financial independence from our parents. We have resources available to help consumers lead more financially empowered lives. Our goal is to connect consumers with tools and education to help bring financial power to all. Experian’s free tools and resources If you’re looking to save money, build or improve your credit and be more financially independent, I encourage you to take advantage of Experian’s free tools and resources, including: Reading Experian’s savings blog post with nationally-recognized consumer finance and budgeting expert Andrea Woroch about how to keep more money in your pocket  Watching the “In My Bag” Financial Health Video Series featuring actress-singer Coco Jones for savings tipsJoining Experian’s #CreditChat hosted by @Experian on Twitter with financial experts every Wednesday at 3 p.m. Eastern timeSigning up for Experian Boost™[v], a free feature that enables consumers to add positive payment histories for telecom, utility, video streaming services as well as rent directly to their Experian credit file for a chance to potentially improve their FICO® Score instantlyLearning how to build and protect your credit with Experian’s Credit Essentials for Everyone flipbook and find additional credit education resources at http://www.experian.com/consumereducation. Find additional money-saving resources from Experian by visiting Experian.com/savings Survey methodology Experian commissioned Atomik Research to conduct an online survey of 2,008 adults between the ages of 18-42 years old throughout the United States, with even distribution between Generation Z (N=1,005) and millennials (N=1,003) participants.  The margin of error is +/- 2 percentage points with a confidence level of 95 percent.  Fieldwork took place between March 31, 2023, and April 4, 2023.   Atomik Research is an independent, creative market research agency.    [v] Results will vary. Not all payments are boost-eligible. Some users may not receive an improved score or approval odds. Not all lenders use Experian credit files, and not all lenders use scores impacted by Experian Boost®. Learn more.

Many times during the course of our last fiscal year, Experian was asked to describe its Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) “program.” We found this difficult to do. Because DEI isn’t just a “program” at Experian. It drives our mission, our partnerships, and our company culture. We’re happy to share our progress in the Power of YOU: 2023 Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Report. In this edition of our global report, you’ll see how our mission of financial inclusion is at the center of our products and services; how we support our consumers, clients and communities; and how we seek and attract the best talent across the world. Our teammates are key to progress and impact. Together, we drive innovations to meet consumers’ needs, such as Experian Go and our new auto insurance comparison shopping service in North America. The Support Hub pilot in the United Kingdom helps disabled people get easier access to essential services like banking and utilities. We’re proud of programs like Transforme-se in Brazil for people in vulnerable circumstances, which provide scholarships and training in STEM. In the first month, more than half of the participants improved their social and financial standing. Across the globe, partnerships with nonprofits and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) have impacted more than 18 million people so far. I hope you’ll enjoy reading the report to understand why our efforts around inclusion and belonging make Experian such a great place to work. You’ll also gain an appreciation for our ongoing focus on supporting the communities in which we live, work, and serve, and helping consumers achieve their life goals.