Equifax Inc., Atlanta, reported an 11 percent increase in first-quarter 2005 operating revenue yesterday, totaling $343.4 million for the period through March 31 compared with $309.9 million in first-quarter 2004.
Net income for the quarter was $58.6 million, up 13 percent from $51.8 million a year ago.
Revenue for North America grew 10 percent to $281.1 million versus $255.1 million in 2004. The figures include the firm's North America Information Services division and Marketing Services division.
Also, revenue for consumer and commercial information services grew 6 percent while revenue in Canada increased 14 percent.
A revenue gain of 24 percent occurred in Latin America, rising to $25.6 million from $20.7 million in 2004. European revenue was up 8 percent to $36.7 million from $34.1 million.
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