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Wireless IoT leader delivers $228 million in revenue and strong earnings growth

AUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Silicon Labs (NASDAQ: SLAB), the leading innovator in low-power wireless, reported financial results for the second quarter, which ended July 4, 2026.

“We delivered revenue of $228 million, continuing our strong sequential and year-over-year growth – a testament to the execution and dedication of the Silicon Labs team,” said Matt Johnson, President and Chief Executive Officer. “Overall profitability improved meaningfully in the quarter, demonstrating the operating leverage inherent in our model. Gross margin was nearly 62%, reflecting the value customers place on our industry-leading solutions.”

Second Quarter Financial Highlights 

Revenue was $228 million, up 18% year-over-yearIndustrial & Commercial revenue was $135 million, up 23% year-over-yearHome & Life revenue was $93 million, up 12% year-over-yearBookings and new orders accelerated, while inventory at both our distributors and end customers declinedMedical achieved record revenue in the quarter, up 78% year-over-yearTotal opportunity funnel and design wins both materially accelerated, reinforcing our durable growth trajectoryGAAP diluted loss per share was $(0.32), improving by 52% over the comparable period last yearNon-GAAP diluted earnings per share was $0.71, up 545% over the comparable period last year

Results on a GAAP basis:

GAAP gross margin was 61.6%GAAP operating expenses were $151 millionGAAP operating loss was $11 millionGAAP diluted loss per share was $(0.32)

Results on a non-GAAP basis, excluding the impact of stock compensation, amortization of acquired intangible assets, merger-related costs, and certain other items as set forth in the below GAAP to Non-GAAP reconciliation tables were as follows:

Non-GAAP gross margin was 61.9%Non-GAAP operating expenses were $114 millionNon-GAAP operating income was $27 millionNon-GAAP diluted earnings per share was $0.71

Due to the announced pending acquisition of Silicon Labs by Texas Instruments, Silicon Labs has suspended providing forward-looking guidance.

For more information: Silicon Labs Investor Relations, investor.relations@silabs.com 

About Silicon Labs 

Silicon Labs (NASDAQ: SLAB) is the leading innovator in low-power wireless connectivity, building embedded technology that connects devices and improves lives. Merging cutting-edge technology into the world’s most highly integrated SoCs, Silicon Labs provides device makers the solutions, support, and ecosystems needed to create advanced edge connectivity applications. Headquartered in Austin, Texas, Silicon Labs has operations in over 16 countries and is the trusted partner for innovative solutions in the smart home, industrial IoT, and smart cities markets. Learn more at silabs.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements regarding Silicon Labs’ current expectations, which are based on its current views and assumptions. The words “believe”, “estimate”, “expect”, “intend”, “anticipate”, “plan”, “project”, “will”, and similar phrases as they relate to Silicon Labs are intended to identify such forward-looking statements, although the absence of such words does not necessarily mean a statement is not forward looking. These forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, Silicon Labs’ expectations regarding its near- and long-term strength and durable growth trajectory and are subject to various risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from expectations that are expressed or implied herein. Among the factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements are the following: our ability to complete the merger with Texas Instruments within the time frame expected, or at all, as well as potential disruptions in our business and restrictions on our activities during the pendency of the merger; fluctuating changes in global trade policies, including the imposition of tariffs, duties, trade sanctions, or other barriers to international commerce; the impact of the current global memory chip shortage; the competitive and cyclical nature of the semiconductor industry; the challenging macroeconomic environment, including disruptions in the financial services industry; geographic concentration of manufacturers, assemblers, test service providers and customers in Asia that subjects Silicon Labs’ business and results of operations to risks of natural disasters, epidemics or pandemics, war and political unrest; risks that demand and the supply chain may be adversely affected by military conflict (including in the Middle East, and between Russia and Ukraine), terrorism, sanctions or other geopolitical events globally (including in the Middle East, and conflict between Taiwan and China); risks that Silicon Labs may not be able to maintain its historical growth; quarterly fluctuations in revenues and operating results; difficulties developing new products that achieve market acceptance; risks associated with international activities (including trade barriers, particularly with respect to China); intellectual property litigation risks; risks associated with acquisitions and divestitures; product liability risks; difficulties managing and/or obtaining sufficient supply from Silicon Labs’ distributors, manufacturers and subcontractors; dependence on a limited number of products; absence of long-term commitments from customers; inventory-related risks; difficulties managing international activities; risks that Silicon Labs may not be able to manage strains associated with its growth; credit risks associated with its accounts receivable; dependence on key personnel; stock price volatility; the impact of public health crises on the U.S. and global economy; debt-related risks; capital-raising risks; the timing and scope of share repurchases and/or dividends; average selling prices of products may decrease significantly and rapidly; information technology risks; cyber-attacks against Silicon Labs’ products and its networks; risks associated with any material weakness in our internal controls over financial reporting; risks relating to compliance with laws and regulations; and other factors that are detailed in the SEC filings of Silicon Laboratories Inc. Silicon Labs disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise, except as required by law. References in this press release to Silicon Labs shall mean Silicon Laboratories Inc.

Note to editors: Silicon Laboratories, Silicon Labs, the “S” symbol, and the Silicon Labs logo are trademarks of Silicon Laboratories Inc. All other product names noted herein may be trademarks of their respective holders. 

Silicon Laboratories Inc.

Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations 

(In thousands, except per share data) 

(Unaudited)

Three Months Ended

Six Months Ended

July 4,
2026

July 5,
2025

July 4,
2026

July 5,
2025

Revenues

$       228,189

$       192,845

$       441,689

$       370,559

Cost of revenues

87,515

84,736

174,017

164,673

Gross profit

140,674

108,109

267,672

205,886

Operating expenses:

Research and development

95,016

87,821

183,610

176,040

Selling, general and administrative

56,324

43,155

111,810

84,793

Operating expenses

151,340

130,976

295,420

260,833

Operating loss

(10,666)

(22,867)

(27,748)

(54,947)

Other income (expense):

Interest income and other, net

2,489

3,833

6,115

7,626

Interest expense

(251)

(251)

(483)

(535)

Loss before income taxes

(8,428)

(19,285)

(22,116)

(47,856)

Provision for income taxes

2,164

2,532

4,373

4,431

Net loss

$       (10,592)

$       (21,817)

$       (26,489)

$       (52,287)

Loss per share:

Basic

$           (0.32)

$           (0.67)

$           (0.80)

$           (1.61)

Diluted

$           (0.32)

$           (0.67)

$           (0.80)

$           (1.61)

Weighted-average common shares outstanding:

Basic

33,206

32,682

33,084

32,570

Diluted

33,206

32,682

33,084

32,570

Non-GAAP Financial Measurements

In addition to the GAAP results provided throughout this document, Silicon Labs has provided non-GAAP financial measurements on a basis excluding non-cash and other charges and benefits. Details of these excluded items are presented in the tables below, which reconcile the GAAP results to non-GAAP financial measurements.

The non-GAAP financial measurements do not replace the presentation of Silicon Labs’ GAAP financial results. These measurements provide supplemental information to assist management and investors in analyzing Silicon Labs’ financial position and results of operations. Silicon Labs has chosen to provide this information to investors to enable them to perform meaningful comparisons of past, present and future operating results and as a means to emphasize the results of core on-going operations.

Unaudited Reconciliation of GAAP to Non-GAAP Financial Measures

(In thousands, except per share data)

Three Months Ended

July 4, 2026

Non-GAAP Income Statement Items

GAAP

Measure

GAAP

Percent of

Revenue

Stock

Compensation

Expense

Intangible
Asset

Amortization

Merger-
Related Costs

Non-GAAP

Measure

Non-GAAP

Percent of

Revenue

Revenues

$ 228,189

Gross profit

140,674

61.6 %

$        463

$          —

$         —

$         141,137

61.9 %

Research and development

95,016

41.6 %

12,902

2,295

3,289

76,530

33.5 %

Selling, general and administrative

56,324

24.7 %

12,284

—

6,258

37,782

16.6 %

Operating expenses

151,340

66.3 %

25,186

2,295

9,547

114,312

50.1 %

Operating income (loss)

(10,666)

(4.7 %)

25,649

2,295

9,547

26,825

11.8 %

 

Three Months Ended

July 4, 2026

Non-GAAP Earnings (Loss) Per Share

GAAP

Measure

Stock

Compensation

Expense*

Intangible

Asset

Amortization*

Merger-
Related Costs*

Income

Tax

Adjustments**

Non-

GAAP

Measure

Net income (loss)

$ (10,592)

$     25,649

$       2,295

$       9,547

$      (3,067)

$     23,832

Shares Excluded Due to Net Loss

Diluted shares outstanding

33,206

504

33,710

Diluted earnings (loss) per share

$     (0.32)

$         0.71

*

Represents pre-tax amounts

**

Represents the application of an 18% non-GAAP tax rate

 

Silicon Laboratories Inc.

Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets 

(In thousands, except per share data) 

(Unaudited)

July 4,
2026

January 3,
2026

Assets

Current assets:

Cash and cash equivalents

$       362,191

$       364,222

Short-term investments

35,051

79,400

Accounts receivable, net

79,801

64,513

Inventories

123,340

95,566

Prepaid expenses and other current assets

70,840

70,316

Total current assets

671,223

674,017

Property and equipment, net

130,902

128,643

Goodwill

376,389

376,389

Other intangible assets, net

18,541

23,130

Other assets, net

56,001

67,138

Total assets

$     1,253,056

$     1,269,317

Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity

Current liabilities:

Accounts payable

$          52,407

$          50,717

Deferred revenue and returns liability

5,176

5,359

Other current liabilities

66,563

87,711

Total current liabilities

124,146

143,787

Other non-current liabilities

34,108

31,112

Total liabilities

158,254

174,899

Commitments and contingencies

Stockholders’ equity:

Preferred stock – $0.0001 par value; 10,000 shares authorized; no shares issued

—

—

Common stock – $0.0001 par value; 250,000 shares authorized; 33,366 and 32,955
 shares issued and outstanding at July 4, 2026 and January 3, 2026, respectively

3

3

Additional paid-in capital

184,456

157,402

Retained earnings

910,325

936,814

Accumulated other comprehensive income

18

199

Total stockholders’ equity

1,094,802

1,094,418

Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity

$     1,253,056

$     1,269,317

 

Silicon Laboratories Inc.

Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows 

(In thousands) 

(Unaudited)

Six Months Ended

July 4,
2026

July 5,
2025

Operating Activities

Net loss

$       (26,489)

$       (52,287)

Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash provided by (used in) operating
 activities:

Depreciation of property and equipment

12,171

12,701

Amortization of other intangible assets

4,589

8,780

Stock-based compensation expense

46,704

39,605

Deferred income taxes

1,663

1,504

Changes in operating assets and liabilities:

Accounts receivable

(15,289)

(2,017)

Inventories

(27,734)

24,631

Prepaid expenses and other assets

(803)

5,112

Accounts payable

2,051

12,812

Other current liabilities and income taxes

(7,925)

8,377

Deferred revenue and returns liability

(183)

783

Other non-current liabilities

1,667

(6,965)

Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities

(9,578)

53,036

Investing Activities

Purchases of marketable securities

—

(32,507)

Sales of marketable securities

—

14,986

Maturities of marketable securities

44,119

17,019

Purchases of property and equipment

(22,153)

(13,549)

Proceeds from capital-related government incentives

5,272

—

Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities

27,238

(14,051)

Financing Activities

Payment of taxes withheld for vested stock awards

(27,451)

(13,752)

Proceeds from the issuance of common stock

7,760

7,619

Net cash used in financing activities

(19,691)

(6,133)

Increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents

(2,031)

32,852

Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period

364,222

281,607

Cash and cash equivalents at end of period

$       362,191

$       314,459

 

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Sivers Semiconductors Expands Global Market Reach Through Strategic Agreement with WT Microelectronics

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Partnership leverages WT Microelectronics’ network of 25,000 customers across approximately 43 countries, expanding the global reach of Sivers’ InP lasers and wireless solutions

KISTA, Sweden, Nov. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Sivers Semiconductors AB (NASDAQ: SIVE) today announced a global distribution agreement with WT Microelectronics Co., Ltd. (TWSE: 3036), a world-leading electronics and semiconductors distributor.

With a 15% global market share, WT Microelectronics will serve as a strong global distribution partner for Sivers’ InP (Indium Phosphide) lasers and wireless beamformer products and solutions, connecting its product portfolio and availability at scale with customers globally. The agreement supports Sivers’ efforts to expand its commercial reach in markets where demand for optical technologies and high-capacity wireless connectivity continues to grow.

“WT is a global leader in electronics and semiconductors distribution. Partnering with WT Microelectronics and becoming their first laser line card gives Sivers access to an established global distribution network, strong demand creation capabilities and the ability to support production ramp fulfilments at scale,” said Vickram Vathulya, CEO of Sivers Semiconductors. “The WT partnership commitment is an indication of the strength of the innovation and scale Sivers is bringing to the ecosystems in AI infrastructure, SATCOM and defense.”

According to the Yole Group, InP continuous-wave DFB lasers for the AI photonics market is set to grow at 63% annually to $43.5B by 2031. And among the various applications for mmWave BFICs, the LEO (low earth orbit) SATCOM market is a fast-growing segment, where the Yole Group sees an expected growth of up to $1.2B by 2031.

“We are pleased to add Sivers’ CW lasers and wireless beamformer technologies to our portfolio. These solutions address important and expanding markets, including AI data center connectivity, satellite communications, and next-generation wireless,” said Joseph Cheng, SVP of Marketing at WT Microelectronics. “Our global distribution network and established customer relationships position us to bring these technologies to customers seeking advanced connectivity solutions. We look forward to working with Sivers to capitalize on these market opportunities.”

For more information, please visit https://www.sivers-semiconductors.com/. 

About Sivers Semiconductors

We are Critical Enablers of a Greener Data Economy with Energy Efficient Photonics & Wireless Solutions. Our differentiated high-precision laser and RF beamformer technologies help our customers in key markets such as AI Data Centers, SATCOM, Defense, and Telecom solve essential performance challenges while enabling a much greener footprint. Visit us at: www.sivers-semiconductors.com.

About WT Microelectronics

WT Microelectronics is a global top three electronic components distributor with end-to-end capabilities and a diversified geographic presence across Asia Pacific, the Americas and EMEA. Founded in 1993 initially as a Taiwan-based semiconductor components distributor, WT Microelectronics’ position is further strengthened by the acquisition of Future Electronics to become a truly global player. Together with Future Electronics, WT Microelectronics is partnering with over 400 suppliers across major technology segments to serve a highly diversified customer base of over 25,000 customers worldwide. Additional information about WT Microelectronics can be found at https://www.wtmec.com/.

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The Tech Show 2026 Sets the Stage for a Smarter 2027 with Next-Generation Home and Lifestyle Technology

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Tech into the New Year from 13-15 November 2026 at Suntec Convention Centre Levels 3 and 4, with exclusive shopping rewards, and a celebration of gaming and pop culture – from esports to trading card games and collectibles – at the co-located Game Fest 2026, organised by C2E4.

SINGAPORE, Nov. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — A smarter home, a refreshed workspace or a gift worth unwrapping: The Tech Show 2026 puts everyday upgrades and festive finds in the spotlight at Suntec Convention Centre from 13 to 15 November 2026. Under the tagline “Tech into the New Year”, the three-day event invites visitors to discover and shop year-end tech upgrades for Work, Home and Play.

Organised by COMEX-IT Group Pte Ltd, the team behind Singapore’s biggest consumer tech exhibitions such as IT SHOW, Consumer Electronics Exhibition (CEE) and COMEX, The Tech Show 2026 showcases lifestyle tech brands across home appliances, connected living solutions, ergonomic furniture, gaming gear and IT. Visitors can experience products in person, compare their options and enjoy exclusive show offers as they tick off their year-end wish lists. Participating brands include:

1MORE, ACER, AFTERSHOCK, ASUS, AIBI, BEST DENKI, CR GROUP, DREAMCORE, DYSON, ECOVACS, ERGOTUNE, FOUR STAR, GIGA, GOODLIVING, GOOGLE, HINOMI, HISENSE, HONOR, HYDROFLUX, JISULIFE, LENOVO, LIVINGCARE, MIDEA, MOWE, PHILIPS, PRISM+, ROBOROCK, RUHENS, SAMSUNG MOBILE, SECRETLAB, SINGTEL, SHARK NINJA, STARHUB, TINECO, TCL, TORRAS, TOSHIBA, TRIDENT AIR, TTRACING, ULTI and more.

New Launches

Among the new launches at this year’s edition of The Tech Show are the Hisense C3 Ultra 4K Triple Laser Mini Projector, bringing entertainment to screens of up to 300 inches, and the TTRacing TILVO Active Tech Desk, designed to adapt to different working positions. TTRacing also introduces its ORA Sofa Chair BT21 Collection, featuring characters created through LINE FRIENDS’ collaboration with global pop group BTS. Available at The Tech Show in KOYA and RJ designs, the chairs combine powered reclining, swivel and rocking functions for everyday relaxation.

Homegrown brand PRISM+ will also unveil a new series of monitors in an all-white design, aimed at Mac users and those who favour minimalist desk setups. The range has a monitor for every kind of desk, from everyday work and casual gaming to professional editing on its new 6k flagship. Visitors can experience the monitors firsthand at the show, where further details and preorder pricing will be announced.

At home, the Tineco S6 Stretch Extreme II reaches beneath furniture with its 180° lay-flat design, while the Airlift Fusion concealed automated laundry rack combines heated drying, three-tone lighting and a UV function in a space-saving design. Other launches include the Mowe Skin Care+ Water Heater, Aerogaz’s latest slim kitchen hood and the GENESIS P800FMax 24K Gold Limited Edition digital lock, bringing added convenience and distinctive design to everyday spaces.

Check Out of 2026, Check Into 2027

Bringing the year-end shopping festivities to life, The Tech Show 2026 introduces the “67” Cashback Bonanza, offering shoppers two ways to be rewarded.

Under the 67 Tiered Rewards, shoppers can receive $50 in cash rebates with spending of $3,000–$5,000, $100 with spending of $5,001–$10,000, or $200 with spending above $10,000. Up to three same-day receipts may be combined, with rewards limited to the first 67 customer redemptions per tier daily.

Alternatively, shoppers can also participate in the “Spot ’67’. Score $67.” challenge through the 67 Lucky Cash Rebate. Those who spend at least $67 in a single same-day receipt, with the digits “6” and “7” appearing consecutively in the final receipt amount, can qualify for a chance to receive a $67 cash rebate. This option is limited to 67 lucky winners throughout the show.

The “67” theme also extends to participating exhibitors’ offers, from 67% discounts to deals limited to 67 sets. Highlights include the 1MORE S31 Earbuds at $39, down from $119 and limited to 50 sets, while selected TTRacing Maxx Gaming Chairs — Pain, Itachi and Tobi Editions — will be available at $276, down from $839, at 67% off for the first 67 minutes.

For festive gifting, the Secretlab TITAN Extra Extra Small in Plush Pink will be available at $120, compared with its usual price of $419, with no minimum spend for the first 67 customers. Home upgrades include the Yu Home YU STEAM PRO™ Cordless Steam Wet & Dry Floor Washer at $299, down from $899, with free delivery and limited to 67 sets. Visitors can also pick up the TCL Q7D Pro 55-inch SQD-Mini LED TV at $1,649, down from $2,899, with 67 sets available throughout the show.

Scribble Your Tech Highlight

Beyond shopping, visitors can capture a memory at the Scribble Booth by sharing their favourite tech purchase of 2026. Their handwritten message becomes part of a personalised video, available to download instantly — a keepsake to share as they “check out” of 2026 and “check into” 2027 at the last tech show of the year.

Game Fest Meets The Tech Show

Adding to the weekend’s experience, Game Fest 2026 brings its grand finale to The Tech Show on Level 4 from 13-15 November. From esports to community gaming and trading card games, visitors can explore gaming and creative culture alongside their next tech purchase. For program details and ticket purchases, visit gamefest.sg.

Admission to The Tech Show 2026 is free. Visitors are encouraged to register or log in to the Official Show Guide to browse show offers, view exhibitor e-brochures and the digital floor plan, and access participating deals and shopping rewards. For the latest updates and access to the Show Guide, visit https://showguide.comexitgroup.com.sg/

Event Details

Dates: 13 to 15 November 2026, Friday to Sunday

Venue: Suntec Convention Centre, Levels 3 & 4 (Halls 401-406)

Timing: 11am to 9pm (Level 3), 12pm to 9pm (Level 4)

Admission: Free Entry to The Tech Show 2026

Website: www.comexitshow.com.sg

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ClearScore launches industry-first, free rent reporting to all major credit bureaus to help renters build their credit score

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New service enables millions of renters to build their credit score by ensuring their rental payments are recognised on their credit report, solving a long-standing inequality in the credit system

LONDON, Nov. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — ClearScore, a global, data-driven, financial services platform that allows people to understand credit and access financial products, has today launched completely free rent reporting for millions of renters in the UK.

The new service enables users to report their rent payments to all three major credit bureaus – Experian, Equifax and TransUnion – directly through the ClearScore app or website.

Free to use and simple to set up, the service helps renters build a fuller financial track record through their regular rental payments. By bringing rental payments into credit reports, the service also gives lenders a more complete picture of an individual’s financial history when assessing creditworthiness.

ClearScore’s Rent Reporting addresses a long-standing gap in the credit system, where one of the biggest and most consistent payments renters make each month has not always been reflected in their credit history. While mortgage payments are recognised on credit reports, rental payments have historically not received the same recognition, putting renters at a disadvantage.

UK governments have backed pilots and considered parliamentary proposals to make rent reporting law since 2017, most notably the Creditworthiness Assessment Bill. ClearScore has now solved one of the UK’s long-running financial inclusion and fairness issues, with a completely free service that can be set up in minutes using ClearScore, the UK’s leading credit score and report app.

Rt Hon Justine Greening, Chair of The Purpose Coalition and Former Secretary of State for Education, said:

“Opportunity should be determined by talent and hard work, not by the barriers built into our systems. Back in 2018, I championed the Creditworthiness Assessment Bill because I believed it was fundamentally unfair that millions of renters could pay their rent reliably every month without that financial responsibility being properly recognised.

“Eight years on, it is fantastic to see ClearScore develop a practical, free solution to this longstanding issue. By using technology to ensure rental payments are reflected in people’s credit histories, ClearScore is helping to break down a barrier that has held too many people back from accessing affordable credit and taking the next step towards homeownership.

“This is what social mobility is about: ensuring that people’s efforts count and that innovation translates into real opportunities. ClearScore’s work demonstrates how businesses can help change systems for the better, giving more people the chance to get on in life.”

Justin Basini, Co-founder and CEO at the ClearScore Group, said:

“ClearScore is giving UK renters something that we feel is long overdue: free rent reporting, connected to all three credit bureaus, means that every rent payment finally counts.

“Completely free and simple to set up in the ClearScore app, this is a service to help millions of renters finally get greater recognition for the financial track record they are already building. It’s an issue that policymakers have been grappling with for almost a decade, and we are delighted to have developed this solution, bringing rent reporting to people across the UK helping them build positive credit history and demonstrate their creditworthiness.”

David Bernard, CEO at Equifax UK&I, said: 

“This expansion of our strategic long-term partnership with ClearScore marks a major step forward for financial inclusion. Our latest Financial Health Report revealed that up to one in four UK adults have a limited credit file or no traditional credit footprint at all. By bringing more rental data into Equifax credit reports, we’re giving the UK’s nine million renters greater control over their credit profiles and helping to unlock their access to credit. At the same time, it equips lenders to make more informed decisions, promote responsible lending and helping people live their financial best.”

The launch comes as new research – commissioned by ClearScore and carried out by 3Gem* – reveals the average renter has paid almost £60,000 in rent over their lifetime, while one in five (19%) say they have paid more than £100,000. For many, those payments are already comparable to the cost of owning a home, with seven in ten (71%) estimating they are paying the same as or more in rent than they would on a mortgage for a suitable home.

Yet many renters do not feel that their financial track record is helping them move closer to homeownership. Three in five (61%) feel frustrated they can afford their rent but do not believe they could qualify for a mortgage, while two-thirds (66%) believe their rental payment history would help them get a mortgage if lenders could see it.

This comes at a time when renting is both expensive and, for many people, increasingly long-term, with Office for National Statistics figures** showing the average UK private rent reached £1,393 a month in July 2026, up 3.7% year-on-year.

The rent reporting service, leveraging open banking technology, builds on ClearScore’s wider financial services ecosystem, spanning consumer credit, mortgages and embedded finance. Across the Group, consumer-permissioned data and technology are used to help people better understand and manage their finances, as well as access credit and mortgages.

Notes to editors

 *Research conducted online by 3Gem among 1000 renters in September 2026.
** https://www.ons.gov.uk/economy/inflationandpriceindices/bulletins/privaterentandhousepricesuk/august2026 

About The ClearScore Group

The ClearScore Group is a leading, data-driven, financial services platform, helping over 27 million people understand credit, access financial products and manage their borrowing. The Group operates a network of financial marketplaces and B2B data platforms across the UK, South Africa, Australia, New Zealand and Canada. 
As well as a consumer app, the Group includes technology platforms for businesses, including an open banking platform for lenders (D•One), a CRM software platform for mortgage brokers (Score) and an embedded credit marketplace for retailers and financial services providers (ClearScore Everywhere). 
The Group combines user-permissioned data at scale, cutting-edge technology and a strong consumer brand to match a loyal user base with a network of over 200 partners across five markets.

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