Adecco comments on the statement from Michael Page International PLC
Zurich, Switzerland, August 5, 2008: Adecco's stated strategy is to
expand its professional operations in the US, Europe and Asia as well
as looking at specialized general staffing companies. Further to the
announcement made this morning by Michael Page, Adecco confirms it
has made a preliminary approach and these discussions are at an early
stage. Adecco remains focussed on value-based management and
considers acquisition targets with financial discipline. A further
announcement will be made to the market if and when appropriate.
Contacts:
Adecco Corporate Press Office
press.office@adecco.com ; Tel. +41 (0) 44 878 87 87
Adecco Corporate Investor Relations
Investor.relations@adecco.com ; Tel. +41 (0) 44 878 89 25
