Business Context and Reporting Period
This Form 8-K is a current report filed by Certegy Inc. on February 20, 2004. The filing discloses a material event pursuant to Item 9 (Regulation FD Disclosure) and Item 7 (Financial Statements and Exhibits). Note: The request metadata references "Fidelity National Information Services, Inc.," but the filing text explicitly identifies the registrant as Certegy Inc.
Key Financial Metrics
The filing does not provide standard financial metrics such as revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity for the reporting period. The primary financial data point disclosed is the transaction value of a pending acquisition.
- Acquisition Cost: Approximately $43 million in cash.
- Target Company: Game Financial Corporation.
Material Changes
The material change reported is the execution of an agreement to acquire Game Financial Corporation. This represents a strategic expansion of Certegy's business operations. No comparative financial data or changes in prior period results are included in this specific filing.
Guidance, Outlook, and Risks
The filing contains no forward-looking guidance, management commentary on future outlook, or specific risk factors related to the acquisition beyond the standard disclosure that the information is furnished under Item 9. The text notes that the information is not deemed "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 unless specifically referenced in a subsequent filing.
Investor Verification Checklist
- Verify the final closing date and conditions precedent for the acquisition of Game Financial Corporation.
- Confirm the source of the $43 million cash consideration (e.g., existing cash reserves vs. new debt financing).
- Review the full text of the press release (Exhibit 99.1) for details on the strategic rationale and expected synergies.
- Check subsequent filings for any updates on the transaction status or regulatory approvals.