insideARM Weekly Recap – Week of May 18, 2026

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News in the ARM industry never stops and determining what’s truly relevant can be a challenge. That’s where insideARM’s weekly recap comes in. Our weekly recap of top stories will give you the news we found most interesting last week and, more importantly, why we think it’s relevant. Last week, we brought you news about a positive FCRA/ID theft case, details about Rohit Chopra’s new role in CA, and insights about the 2026 economic outlook. 

On Tuesday, we brought you news from Orrick about a positive litigation result in an FCRA/ID theft case. When it comes to credit reporting, the goalpost of what is and is not a “Reasonable Investigation” shifts regularly. A recent district court decision has added new context into the mix that’s worth noting. 

On Wednesday, we published details from Ballard Spahr about Rohit Chopra’s new role in California’s new regulatory super agency. Those in the ARM industry are familiar with Rohit Chopra’s positions on debt collection and the debt collection industry. We should all be paying attention to what happens here. 

On Thursday, we brought you insights regarding the current economic environment from Corporate Advisory Solutions. This piece includes key economic indicators, plus details on what is impacting the debt collection industry, how consumers are holding up, and what it all means as we look to the future. 

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