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Experian (full name Experian Information Solutions, Inc.) is one of the 'big three' credit reporting agencies in the United States, with a presence in other markets, such as the United Kingdom. Like their main competitors, Trans Union and Equifax, they now market their credit reports directly to consumers, in addition to their core business of providing the reports to potential creditors. The company was a part of TRW, but is now owned by retailer Great Universal Stores, PLC, of Great Britain. The Experian division is based in Costa Mesa, California.
See also: Identity theft, Credit score