Wolters Kluwer to Launch 2009 Annual Report and Intelligent Solutions Online
(Thomson Reuters ONE) -
Reporting over 2009; Demonstrating transformation towards information-enabled
solutions and services provider aligned to Maximizing Value for Customers
strategy
Alphen aan den Rijn (March 18, 2010) -Wolters Kluwer, a market-leading global
information services company focused on professionals, today launched its online
2009 Annual Report
Intelligent Solutions
website. Both interactive websites offer dedicated tools, flash elements, and
other features to access content in a customizable, user-friendly, and easy
manner. The two online platforms each demonstrate the company's transformation
as a global information services provider, aligned to its Maximizing Value for
Customers strategy.
Website visitors will be able to learn more about Wolters Kluwer's 2009
performance from a strategic and operational perspective, as the 2009 Annual
Report details Wolters Kluwer's solid performance in extending the leading
positions by successfully transforming the portfolio, growing online and
software products, extending into higher-growth adjacent markets, and leveraging
global scale in 2009. Furthermore, in the company's transition towards a
provider of intelligent solutions and services, the dedicated
website,Intelligent Solutions, offers visitors a platform to experience and
learn about Wolters Kluwer's latest information-enabled solutions - within the
context of megatrends and customer insight - that are tailored to the specific
context of professionals.
Nancy McKinstry, CEO and Chairman of the Executive Board, commented in the
Message from the CEO in the Wolters Kluwer 2009 Annual Report: "Customers
continued to be the focus for Wolters Kluwer in 2009. Despite a challenging
economic climate, the company performed well and improved its financial strength
and operating results. Throughout the organization we deepened our relationships
with customers and invested in building innovative solutions. As a result, we
have weathered the economic recession to emerge a stronger and more resilient
company.
"Our strategy for 2010-2012 forMaximizing Value for Customers will leverage our
strengths as a company. Our ability to apply our proprietary content, software
expertise, and customer insight to develop market-leading products is one of the
key areas. At all levels, the company is committed to delivering greater value
to our customers. Our organization is well positioned to reach the next level of
performance through global collaboration and innovation."
Wolters Kluwer's 2009 Annual Report and the Dutch Jaaroverzicht 2009 are
available atwww.wolterskluwer.com
downloaded and printed as PDF and are available at the company.
Intelligent Solutions
TheIntelligent Solutions website
platform to experience and learn about the company's latest innovative
developments. The launch of the site provides an impression of available
solutions within the context of megatrends and customer insight tailored to the
specific needs of professionals. Wolters Kluwer's strengths, as The
Professional's First Choice, enable the creation of information-enabled
solutions and networks that help customers deliver tangible results. In the
context of macro trends that lead to increased regulation, more compliance
complexity, and greater focus on productivity among customers, Wolters Kluwer
has the assets and expertise to deliver intelligent solutions that reduce
complexity and drive efficiencies for customers.
Annual General Meeting of Shareholders
The Annual General Meeting of Shareholders of Wolters Kluwer nv will be held on
Wednesday, April 21, 2010 at 11:00 am at the Okura Hotel, Amsterdam. Agenda
items include review of the 2009 performance, the dividend proposal of ?0.66 per
ordinary share, and the proposal to reappoint Mr. A. Baan and Mr. S.B. James as
a member of the Supervisory Board.
The agenda of the Meeting in English and Dutch as well as other details are
available atwww.wolterskluwer.com
of the agenda can be requested via the website or by emailing
info(at)wolterskluwer.com
2010 Dividend calendar
Ex-dividend quotation April 23, 2010
Dividend record date April 27, 2010
Stock dividend ratio date April 29, 2010 (after the close of trading)
Cash distribution payable May 4, 2010
ADR Cash distribution payable May 11, 2010
2010 Calendar
Annual General Meeting of Shareholders April 21, 2010 (11:00 am CET)
Trading update May 12, 2010
Half-year 2010 results July 28, 2010
Trading update November 3, 2010
Full-year 2010 results February 23, 2011
Full overview available at www.wolterskluwer.com
About Wolters Kluwer
Wolters Kluwer
information services company. Professionals in the areas of legal, business,
tax, accounting, finance, audit, risk, compliance, and healthcare rely on
Wolters Kluwer's leading information-enabled tools and software solutions to
manage their business efficiently, deliver results to their clients, and succeed
in an ever more dynamic world.
Wolters Kluwer had 2009 annual revenues of ?3.4 billion, employs approximately
19,300 people worldwide, and maintains operations in over 40 countries across
Europe, North America, Asia Pacific, and Latin America. Wolters Kluwer is
headquartered in Alphen aan den Rijn, the Netherlands. Its shares are quoted on
Euronext Amsterdam (WKL) and are included in the AEX and Euronext 100 indices.
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Forward-looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements. These statements may be
identified by words such as "expect," "should," "could," "shall," and similar
expressions. Wolters Kluwer cautions that such forward-looking statements are
qualified by certain risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results and
events to differ materially from what is contemplated by the forward-looking
statements. Factors which could cause actual results to differ from these
forward-looking statements may include, without limitation, general economic
conditions; conditions in the markets in which Wolters Kluwer is engaged;
behavior of customers, suppliers, and competitors; technological developments;
the implementation and execution of new ICT systems or outsourcing; and legal,
tax, and regulatory rules affecting Wolters Kluwer's businesses, as well as
risks related to mergers, acquisitions, and divestments. In addition, financial
risks such as currency movements, interest rate fluctuations, liquidity, and
credit risks could influence future results. The foregoing list of factors
should not be construed as exhaustive. Wolters Kluwer disclaims any intention or
obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether
as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.
Contact: Caroline Wouters Kevin Entricken
Vice President, Vice President,
Corporate Communications Investor Relations
Wolters Kluwer Wolters Kluwer
+ 31 (0)172 641 459 + 31 (0)172 641 407
press(at)wolterskluwer.com ir(at)wolterskluwer.com
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