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Senator Hawley Launches Investigation into FICO Pricing Practices

3/24/2026

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Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) announced an investigation into Fair Isaac Corporation's pricing in the mortgage credit scoring market and urged the Federal Trade Commission to conduct a parallel probe.
Hawley cited FICO's price increases, including a 100% rise in per-score pricing for 2026.
FICO's stock fell nearly 6% after the announcement, and analysts warn that regulatory action could threaten its business model despite strong finances amid housing affordability concerns.

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Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) announced an investigation into Fair Isaac Corporation's pricing in the mortgage credit scoring market and urged the Federal Trade Commission to conduct a parallel probe.
Hawley cited FICO's price increases, including a 100% rise in per-score pricing for 2026.
FICO's stock fell nearly 6% after the announcement, and analysts warn that regulatory action could threaten its business model despite strong finances amid housing affordability concerns.