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THE EQUIFAX DIFFERENCE
1
There are significant differences between Equifax and
our competition. It is reflected in the quality of our products;
the depth and breadth of our data; our innovative use of
technology; and the attitude, values, passion and
professionalism of our people.
Further, The Equifax DifferenceTM is reflected in our
results. Here is what our difference accomplished in 2002:
Increased earnings per share eight percent to $1.38 –
a record high for the Company
Generated revenues of $1.1 billion
Outperformed all major stock indices, generated the sixth best
return on equity in the S&P 500 and produced operating margins
three times the S&P 500 average
Raised $250 million through an oversubscribed debt offering,
adding even more strength to our balance sheet
Strengthened our senior management team with the addition
of a new president and chief operating officer, Mark E. Miller,
and a new chief financial officer, Donald T. Heroman
Expanded the scope, improved the performance and enhanced
the capabilities of every Equifax business unit