Filed by Watson Wyatt Worldwide, Inc.
Pursuant to Rule 425 under the
Securities Act of 1933, as amended,
and deemed filed pursuant to Rule 14a-12
of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended
Subject Companies:
Watson Wyatt Worldwide, Inc. (Commission File No. 001-16159)
Towers, Perrin, Forster & Crosby, Inc. (Commission File No. 132-02690)
Jupiter Saturn Holding Company
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TOWERS PERRIN AND WATSON WYATT FILE FORM S-4 AS PART
OF NEXT STEP IN CREATION OF TOWERS WATSON & CO.
STAMFORD, CT & ARLINGTON, VA, September 3, 2009Towers, Perrin, Forster & Crosby, Inc. and Watson Wyatt Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE, NASDAQ: WW) today announced that Jupiter Saturn Holding Company (Jupiter Saturn), the new entity formed as part of the merger process between Towers Perrin and Watson Wyatt, filed a registration statement on Form S-4 with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The Form S-4 filing is one of several steps in the merger process that must be completed before obtaining each companys shareholder approval of the Towers Perrin and Watson Wyatt merger. After the merger becomes effective, Jupiter Saturn will change its name to Towers Watson & Co. In addition to the Form S-4, there are supplemental slides on the Towers Perrin website and on the investor relations section of Watson Wyatts website, and investors are encouraged to read these slides.
About Towers Perrin
Towers Perrin is a global professional services firm that helps organizations improve performance through effective people, risk and financial management. The firm provides innovative solutions in the areas of human capital strategy, program design and management, and in the areas of risk and capital management, insurance and reinsurance intermediary services, and actuarial consulting. Towers Perrin has over 6,000 employees located in 26 countries and is located on the Web at www.towersperrin.com.
About Watson Wyatt
Watson Wyatt (NYSE, NASDAQ: WW) is the trusted business partner to the worlds leading organizations on people and financial issues. The firms global services include: managing the cost and effectiveness of employee benefit programs; developing attraction, retention and reward strategies; advising pension plan sponsors and other institutions on optimal investment
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strategies; providing strategic and financial advice to insurance and financial services companies; and delivering related technology, outsourcing and data services. Watson Wyatt has 7,700 associates in 33 countries and is located on the Web at www.watsonwyatt.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
This document contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. You can identify these statements and other forward-looking statements in this document by words such as may, will, would, expect, anticipate, believe, estimate, plan, intend, continue, or similar words, expressions or the negative of such terms or other comparable terminology. These statements include, but are not limited to, statements about the proposed business combination transaction involving Towers Perrin and Watson Wyatt. Such statements are based upon the current beliefs and expectations of Towers Perrins and Watson Wyatts management and are subject to significant risks and uncertainties. Actual results may differ from those set forth in the forward-looking statements.
The following factors, among others, could cause actual results to differ from those set forth in the forward-looking statements: the ability to obtain governmental approvals of the transaction on the proposed terms and schedule; the failure of Towers Perrin shareholders and Watson Wyatt stockholders to approve the transaction; the risk that the businesses will not be integrated successfully; the risk that anticipated cost savings and any other synergies from the transaction may not be fully realized or may take longer to realize than expected; the ability to recruit and retain qualified employees and to retain client relationships; the combined companys ability to make acquisitions, on which its growth depends, and its ability to integrate or manage such acquired businesses; and the risk that a significant or prolonged economic downturn could have a material adverse effect on the combined companys business, financial condition and results of operations. Additional risks and factors are identified under Risk Factors in the joint proxy statement/prospectus included in the registration statement filed by Jupiter Saturn Holding Company on September 3, 2009 with
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the SEC and under Risk Factors in Watson Wyatts Annual Report on Form 10-K filed on August 14, 2009 with the SEC.
You should not rely upon forward-looking statements as predictions of future events because these statements are based on assumptions that may not come true and are speculative by their nature. None of Jupiter Saturn Holding Company, Towers Perrin or Watson Wyatt undertakes an obligation to update any of the forward-looking information included in this document, whether as a result of new information, future events, changed expectations or otherwise.
Where You Can Find Additional Information
This press release was issued on September 3, 2009. Towers Perrin and Watson Wyatt have formed a company, Jupiter Saturn Holding Company (the Holding Company), which has filed a registration statement on Form S-4 with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the Commission) that contains a joint proxy statement/prospectus and other relevant documents concerning the proposed transaction. YOU ARE URGED TO READ THE JOINT PROXY STATEMENT/PROSPECTUS AND THE OTHER RELEVANT DOCUMENTS FILED WITH THE COMMISSION BECAUSE THEY CONTAIN IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT TOWERS PERRIN, WATSON WYATT, THE HOLDING COMPANY AND THE PROPOSED TRANSACTION.
The joint proxy statement/prospectus and the other documents filed with the Commission may be obtained free of charge at the Commissions website, www.sec.gov. In addition, you may obtain free copies of the joint proxy statement/prospectus and the other documents filed by Towers Perrin, Watson Wyatt and the Holding Company with the Commission by requesting them in writing from Towers Perrin, One Stamford Plaza, 263 Tresser Boulevard, Stamford, CT. 06901-3225, Attention: Marketing, or by telephone at 203-326-5400, or from Watson Wyatt, 901 N. Glebe Rd., Arlington, VA. 22203, Attention: Investor Relations, or by telephone at 703-258-8000.
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Towers Perrin, Watson Wyatt, the Holding Company and their respective directors and executive officers may be deemed under the rules of the Commission to be participants in the solicitation of proxies from the stockholders of Watson Wyatt. A list of the names of those directors and executive officers and descriptions of their interests in Towers Perrin, Watson Wyatt and the Holding Company is contained in the joint proxy statement/prospectus which constitutes a part of the registration statement on Form S-4 filed by the Holding Company with the Commission, as amended from time to time. Stockholders may obtain additional information about the interests of the directors and executive officers in the proposed transaction by reading the joint proxy statement/prospectus that has been filed by the Holding Company.
Source: Towers Perrin and Watson Wyatt
Contacts:
Towers Perrin
Media:
Joe Conway
914-745-4175
joseph.p.conway@towersperrin.com
Watson Wyatt
Media:
David Popper
703-258-7582
david.popper@watsonwyatt.com
Investors:
Mary Malone
703-258-7841
mary.malone@watsonwyatt.com
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Towers Watson Creating a leading global professional services firm, well-positioned for sustained growth and profitability across all geographies and business segments Update on Proposed Merger of Towers Perrin and Watson Wyatt September 3, 2009 |
Forward-Looking Statements This document contains "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. You can identify these statements and other forward-looking statements in this document by words such as "may", "will", "would", "expect", "anticipate", "believe", "estimate", "plan", "intend", "continue", or similar words, expressions or the negative of such terms or other comparable terminology. These statements include, but are not limited to, the benefits of the business combination transaction involving Towers Perrin and Watson Wyatt, including the combined companys future financial and operating results, plans, objectives, expectations and intentions and other statements that are not historical facts. Such statements are based upon the current beliefs and expectations of Towers Perrins and Watson Wyatts management and are subject to significant risks and uncertainties. Actual results may differ from those set forth in the forward-looking statements. The following factors, among others, could cause actual results to differ from those set forth in the forward-looking statements: the ability to obtain governmental approvals of the transaction on the proposed terms and schedule; the failure of Towers Perrin shareholders and Watson Wyatt stockholders to approve the transaction; the risk that the businesses will not be integrated successfully; the risk that anticipated cost savings and any other synergies from the transaction may not be fully realized or may take longer to realize than expected; the ability to recruit and retain qualified employees and to retain client relationships; the combined companys ability to make acquisitions, on which its growth depends, and its ability to integrate or manage such acquired businesses; and the risk that a significant or prolonged economic downturn could have a material adverse effect on the combined companys business, financial condition and results of operations. Additional risks and factors are identified under "Risk Factors" in the joint proxy statement/prospectus included in the registration statement filed by Jupiter Saturn Holding Company on September 3, 2009 with the SEC and under "Risk Factors" in Watson Wyatts Annual Report on Form 10-K filed on August 14, 2009 with the SEC. You should not rely upon forward-looking statements as predictions of future events because these statements are based on assumptions that may not come true and are speculative by their nature. None of Jupiter Saturn Holding Company, Towers Perrin or Watson Wyatt undertakes an obligation to update any of the forward-looking information included in this document, whether as a result of new information, future events, changed expectations or otherwise. |
Where You Can Find Additional Information This communication was issued on September 3, 2009. Towers Perrin and Watson Wyatt have formed a company, Jupiter Saturn Holding Company (the "Holding Company"), which has filed a registration statement on Form S-4 with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "Commission") that contains a joint proxy statement/prospectus and other relevant documents concerning the proposed transaction. YOU ARE URGED TO READ THE JOINT PROXY STATEMENT/PROSPECTUS AND THE OTHER RELEVANT DOCUMENTS FILED WITH THE COMMISSION BECAUSE THEY CONTAIN IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT TOWERS PERRIN, WATSON WYATT, THE HOLDING COMPANY AND THE PROPOSED TRANSACTION. The joint proxy statement/prospectus and the other documents filed with the Commission may be obtained free of charge at the Commissions website, www.sec.gov. In addition, you may obtain free copies of the joint proxy statement/prospectus and the other documents filed by Towers Perrin, Watson Wyatt and the Holding Company with the Commission by requesting them in writing from Towers Perrin, One Stamford Plaza, 263 Tresser Boulevard, Stamford, CT. 06901-3225, Attention: Marketing, or by telephone at 203-326-5400 or from Watson Wyatt, 901 N. Glebe Rd., Arlington, VA 22203, Attention: Investor Relations, or by telephone at 703-258-8000. Towers Perrin, Watson Wyatt, the Holding Company and their respective directors and executive officers may be deemed under the rules of the Commission to be participants in the solicitation of proxies from the stockholders of Watson Wyatt. A list of the names of those directors and executive officers and descriptions of their interests in Towers Perrin, Watson Wyatt and the Holding Company is contained in the joint proxy statement/prospectus which constitutes a part of the registration statement on Form S-4 filed by the Holding Company with the Commission, as amended from time to time. Stockholders may obtain additional information about the interests of the directors and executive officers in the proposed transaction by reading the joint proxy statement/prospectus that has been filed by the Holding Company. |
Re-Affirmation of Previously Provided Guidance for Towers Watson Annual Revenues in excess of $3 billion Pretax annual synergies of $80 million Full realization of synergies will take 3 years and cost $80 million EBITDA margin of 17%+ post-integration Accretive to GAAP diluted earnings per share within 3 years of closing Significant non-cash expenses during first 2 years NOTE: These amounts are based on currently available information, which is subject to change, and do not necessarily represent or indicate the future financial results Towers Watson will have after the transaction. These amounts do not include additional potential synergies and costs as discussed in the pro forma financial information contained in the Registration Statement on Form S-4 filed with the SEC by Jupiter Saturn Holding Company. On a pro forma basis for the year ended June 30, 2009, the combined company had an adjusted EBITDA margin of 15.5%, and the anticipated synergies will increase the adjusted EBITDA margin by approximately 2%. |
Towers Watson Pro Forma Financial Information for the Year Ended June 30, 2009(a) Approximately $3.28 billion in revenues Approximately $509 million in combined adjusted EBITDA for fiscal year ended June 30, 2009(b) Net income attributable to controlling interests of $119 million and diluted EPS of $1.47 with significant non-cash and non-recurring charges; 81.3 million shares outstanding Results for the year ended June 30, 2009 reflect reduced revenues from the tough economic environment Potential for increased professional liability expense volatility, although economics on relative basis should be similar Towers Watson expects its compensation programs will be typical of a public company and will be based on pay for performance Towers Watson expects its income tax rate will initially be around 40% and the parties are working on tax restructuring activities to be completed during the integration that are expected to reduce this tax rate (a) Pro forma financial information for the year ended June 30, 2009, including the pro forma assumptions and adjustments on which this pro forma financial information is based, is contained in the Registration Statement on Form S-4 filed with the SEC by Jupiter Saturn Holding Company. The pro forma financial information is based on currently available information, which is subject to change, and does not necessarily represent or indicate the future financial results Towers Watson will have after the transaction. (b) Combined fiscal year 2009 EBITDA excludes non-cash compensation expense of $109 million from issuance of Towers Watson restricted Class A common stock to Towers Perrin Restricted Stock Unit holders in the merger and includes $41 million of estimated annual savings of compensation, benefits and other direct costs expected to result from the retirement of the Class R Eligible Participants. |
September 3, 2009 Towers Watson Revenues (Pro Forma) REVENUE BY GEOGRAPHY NORTH AMERICA 56% Diversified EMEA 37% revenue stream across geography ASIA-PACIFIC 6% and business segments LATIN AMERICA 1% REVENUE BY SEGMENT BENEFITS 55% RISK AND FINANCIAL SERVICES 23% Based on calendar year 2008 revenues for TALENT AND REWARDS 20% Towers Perrin and Watson Wyatt. The information on this slide represents preliminary estimates based on currently available information, which is subject to change. This information does not OTHER 2% necessarily represent or indicate the future financial results Towers Watson will achieve after the transaction. |
Towers Watson Benefits Retirement Health and Welfare Technology and Administration Solutions 8% organic, constant FX revenue growth in calendar 2008 2% organic, constant FX revenue growth for six months ended June 30, 2009 Expected to be most profitable segment Significant amount of annuity work and recurring clients Over long term and in a less volatile economic environment, expect mid-single digit growth rate Legislative, regulatory & other change Market share gains through thought leadership and innovative solutions More technology and administration solutions opportunities Expanded health and welfare services More multinational assignments due to stronger geographic presence Global Leader In Benefits Consulting Revenue by Region in 2008 (Pro Forma) SERVICES REVENUE GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES ASIA-PACIFIC 3% EMEA 33% NORTH AMERICA 63% LATIN AMERICA 1% Pie chart is based on calendar year 2008 revenues for Towers Perrin and Watson Wyatt. The information on this slide represents preliminary estimates based on currently available information, which is subject to change. This information does not necessarily represent or indicate the future financial results Towers Watson will achieve after the transaction. With respect to constant FX revenue growth, growth rates are based on each managements basis of accounting. |
Towers Watson Risk and Financial Services Insurance Industry Consulting Risk Management Consulting Reinsurance Brokerage Investment Consulting Retirement Plan De-risking Services Financial Modeling Software 7% organic, constant FX revenue growth in calendar 2008 -2% organic, constant FX revenue decline for six months ended June 30, 2009 Over 50% of revenues from recurring work Over long term and in a less volatile economic environment, expect a mid to high single digit growth rate for current services New services beyond those offered today should create additional growth opportunities Increase in transaction activity M&A and capital raising in the insurance industry and pension plan de-risking Regulatory and reporting changes in the insurance industry Increasing need for effective enterprise risk management Demand for increased sophistication in financial and risk modeling General economic recovery leading to increased discretionary spending for consulting and services Differentiated reinsurance positioning with analytics & capabilities from insurance and risk consulting Grow market share in reinsurance Increase in investment consulting penetration through expanded client base Global Leader In Risk And Financial Services Revenue by Region in 2008 (Pro Forma) REVENUE GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES ASIA-PACIFIC 11% EMEA 50% NORTH AMERICA 38% LATIN AMERICA 1% Pie chart is based on calendar year 2008 revenues for Towers Perrin and Watson Wyatt. The information on this slide represents preliminary estimates based on currently available information, which is subject to change. This information does not necessarily represent or indicate the future financial results Towers Watson will achieve after the transaction. With respect to constant FX revenue growth, growth rates are based on each managements basis of accounting. SERVICES |
Towers Watson Talent and Rewards Executive Compensation Employee Rewards Talent Management Compensation and Human Capital Data Services Communications Organizational Alignment and Change Management Organizational Surveys and Insights Talent Management Software Increase in corporate transactions requiring integration or restructuring of workforce and talent/reward programs Need to attract, motivate and retain key talent in turnaround mode or prolonged downturn, in the context of new business strategies, globalization and demographic shifts Recognition of employee engagement as a key business driver, leading to greater demand for employee research and surveys Focus on improving workforce productivity and demand for more rigorous measures of workforce effectiveness Need for HR functions to achieve cost savings through transformation of HR organizations and delivery Implementation and hosting revenues for software as a service applications to support talent strategies and HR operations Global Leader In Executive Compensation, Rewards Consulting and Organizational Surveys Revenue by Region in 2008 (Pro Forma) REVENUE GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES ASIA-PACIFIC 9% EMEA 29% NORTH AMERICA 60% LATIN AMERICA 2% Pie chart is based on calendar year 2008 revenues for Towers Perrin and Watson Wyatt. The information on this slide represents preliminary estimates based on currently available information, which is subject to change. This information does not necessarily represent or indicate the future financial results Towers Watson will achieve after the transaction. With respect to constant FX revenue growth, growth rates are based on each managements basis of accounting. 5% organic, constant FX revenue growth in calendar 2008 -18% organic, constant FX revenue decline for six months ended June 30, 2009 Largely comprised of non-recurring projects from a stable client base Over long term and in a less volatile economic environment, expect revenue growth in mid to high single digits In current economic times, expect very low or negative growth rate In strong economic times, expect high single to low double digit growth rate and increased profitability SERVICES |
Towers Watson Integration Will combine unique strengths of both organizations Dedicated team charged with ensuring timely completion and realization of savings Expected one-time costs of approximately $80 million with majority in the first two years Expected non-cash charges from systems integration and conforming accounting policies INTEGRATION COSTS INTEGRATION APPROACH Will bring together the best practices, capabilities and assets from the current organizations Focus on continued commitment to client service Combine complementary and unique strengths of both organizations Make decisions with a focus on our future, but with respect for our history Commitment to open communication INTEGRATION PLANNING GUIDING PRINCIPLES Phased with 4 waves to: Avoid overwhelming the organization and disrupting on-going operations Ensure that required support and guidelines are in place before teams are activated Prioritize activities to achieve annual savings of $80 million within three years INTEGRATION PROCESS |