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This annual report contains forward-looking information pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such forward-looking statements
include, without limitation, MasterCard’s ability to advance commerce around the world, create connections that benefit everyone, lead innovations in the payments industry, help its
customers grow profitable businesses, forge stronger ties with merchants and offer consumers more convenient ways to pay. Although MasterCard believes that its expectations are based
on reasonable assumptions, it can give no assurance that its objectives will be achieved. Actual results may differ materially from such forward-looking statements for a number of reasons,
including changes in financial condition, estimates, expectations or assumptions, or changes in general economic or industry conditions, or other circumstances such as those set forth in
MasterCard Incorporated’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), including its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2006, Quarterly Reports
on Form 10-Q and Current Reports on Form 8-K that it has filed with the SEC. MasterCard disclaims any obligation to update publicly or revise any forward-looking information.
MasterCard celebrated its 40th
anniversary in 2006 — a year
marked by signifi cant achievements
that transformed our company
and demonstrated the strength
of our business.
Our success is achieved by leveraging assets
that set us apart in the payments industry.
These assets include enhanced payments
solutions, strong relationships, a unifi ed
global organization and processing platform,
knowledge leadership, and diverse and
talented employees.
Through these strengths, we continue
to deliver increased value to all of our
constituents. More than ever, we are well
positioned to advance commerce globally.