FactSet^® offers instant access to accurate financial data and analytics to thousands of investment professionals around the world. Our company combines hundreds of databases from industry-leading suppliers and clients' own proprietary data into a single, powerful information system, making FactSet a one-stop source for financial information.

We're dedicated to staying on the cutting edge of technology by continually developing and refining our own software. Our sophisticated tools enable clients to control and customize data as never before and to present their findings in any format they imagine.

No matter how much we grow, we have not lost our original focus: that our clients are always our top priority. From individual consultant contacts to the most reliable software available, FactSet's client service is unsurpassed in the industry.

Over our 30 years in business, a lot has changed at FactSet, ranging from technology to market conditions. What's kept FactSet focused on our clients, profitable for our shareholders, honest with each other, and exciting for employees are FactSet's Values.

Our Background
When FactSet started in 1978, our two founders sent printed copies of financial information to clients by courier. Since then, we've grown to become a leading provider of online data and analytics tools for investment professionals. Our combination of integrated data, applications, and service brings global financial and economic information to clients worldwide.

Recognition

Debuted at #52 in 2008		Debuted at #53 in 2008		Twelve Consecutive Years 1996-2008		Top Entry-Level Employer 2008

FactSet At-a-Glance

• Founded: 1978
• Headquarters: Norwalk, Connecticut
• Locations: 25, in 10 countries
• Employees: 1,900
• Annual sales: $575.5 million
• Stock symbol: FDS, listed on the New York Stock Exchange
• Years as a public company: 12

Last updated September 2008.