first data annual reports 2007

1) First Data was acquired by affiliates of Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co. in September 2007 in one of the largest leveraged buyouts in history. 2) In 2007, First Data maintained or enhanced its market leadership positions in key markets such as merchant acquiring and debit processing. 3) For the year, First Data added nearly $1 billion in new revenue through organic growth and acquisitions internationally.