About Dun & Bradstreet
Dun & Bradstreet established in 1841, as one of the most influential global provider of business decisioning data and analytics, we combine global data, advanced technology, and application scenario capabilities to empower customers to make intelligent decisions, empowering customers to accelerate revenue, lower cost, mitigate risk, and transform their businesses.
D&B owns a commercial database of about 600 million enterprise information globally, one of the oldest credit service agencies, build “Enterprise identification System” of D&B, termed D-U-N-S® Number being widely recognized. Over 90% of the world’s Fortune 500 enterprises are D&B customers, companies of every size have relied on Dun & Bradstreet to help them manage risk and reveal opportunity. We combine global data with local insights to help our clients to make smarter decisions.
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Dun & Bradstreet’s Global HistoryLewis Tappan, the founder of Dun & Bradstreet, opened a commercial credit bureau in New York, USA in 1841.Robert Graham Dun took over the business in 1859. John M Bradstreet established the credit rating agency in 1849 and published the world's first book on business ratings.In 1933, two companies merged to form Dun & Bradstreet.
After three centuries of development, D&B has operated in more than 200 countries and regions, serving more than 200,000 global customers.
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Dun & Bradstreet’s Growth in ChinaD&B has been entered the China market since 1981. For more than 40 years, D&B has adhered to the concept of "rooted in the Chinese market, serving Chinese enterprises", combining global capabilities with local needs to continuously introduce innovative products and services.
Since 2004, D&B has been entrusted by the Hong Kong Association of Banks and the DTC Association with the support of the Hong Kong Monetary Authority to operate the Hong Kong Commercial Credit Reference Agency (CCRA).
In 2009, D&B launched D-U-N-S® Registered™ Solution in China.
In 2017, D&B became the first foreign-funded credit bureau in China to be registered by the central bank.
In 2021, D&B passed the "Certification Holder of MLPS 3" certification assessment.
In 2022, D&B settled in Hainan and established Hainan D&B Data Technology Co., Ltd. to serve the construction of the free trade port.
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Our Commitment to ESGDun & Bradstreet is committed to upholding ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) principles. While driving business growth, we place strong emphasis on environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and the integration of corporate responsibility across all aspects of our operations—demonstrating our mission and values through concrete actions and contributing to a more sustainable society.
Accreditations
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Cross-boundary Credit Referencing Pilot Service Provider -
Sole operator of Hong Kong Commercial Credit Reference Agency (CCRA) -
Certification Holder
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Certification Holder of ISO 27701 -
Certification Holder of ISO 27001
Awards
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The World’s 500 Most Influential Brands 2025 -
CIO Applications TOP 25 MDM Solution Providers -
Business Intelligence Group Artificial Intelligence Excellence Award
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