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EQUIFAX INC 8-K Report, Executive Changes (Feb 8, 2007)

Filed February 8, 2007For Securities:EFX

Summary

Equifax Inc. (EFX) filed an 8-K on February 8, 2007, primarily detailing executive compensation and corporate actions. The Compensation Committee approved cash awards for named executive officers under the 2006 Annual Incentive Plan (AIP), with awards ranging from 0% to 200% of target bonuses based on corporate performance metrics like earnings per share and revenue. Significant cash awards for 2006 were disclosed, alongside special incentives and prorated awards for departing or recently joined executives. The filing also announced the grant of long-term incentives, including nonqualified stock options and restricted stock units, to key executives under the 2005 Stock Incentive Plan. These awards are subject to vesting schedules and potential acceleration upon a change in control. Additionally, the Board of Directors authorized an additional $250 million for share repurchases, supplementing an existing program and indicating confidence in the company's financial position and commitment to returning value to shareholders.

Key Highlights

  • 1Equifax approved 2006 performance-based cash awards for named executive officers under the Annual Incentive Plan (AIP), with payouts based on corporate performance metrics such as EPS and revenue.
  • 2Significant cash awards for 2006 were disclosed for executives including the CEO, CFO, and other key officers, with some specific mention of special incentives and prorated awards.
  • 3Long-term incentives, including nonqualified stock options and restricted stock units, were granted to key executives, with vesting conditions tied to continued employment and potential acceleration events.
  • 4The company set 2007 financial objectives and weighting for corporate performance and individual management for the AIP, indicating a focus on future performance metrics.
  • 5The Board of Directors authorized an additional $250 million for share repurchase, augmenting the existing program and signaling a capital return strategy.
  • 6Base salaries for named executive officers for 2007 were approved, reflecting adjustments after performance reviews and market data analysis.

Frequently Asked Questions

For executives with corporate-wide responsibilities, the 2006 AIP bonus targets were weighted with 65% based on earnings per share, 15% on revenue, and 20% on individual management objectives. For Mr. Adams, specific business unit metrics were also factored in.

Equifax granted nonqualified stock options and restricted stock units to named executive officers. These options have a ten-year term and vest over three years, while restricted stock units vest three years from the grant date, both subject to continued employment and potential change-in-control acceleration.

The Board of Directors authorized an additional $250 million for share repurchases, which is in addition to the approximately $133 million unused authorization available under the existing program as of December 31, 2006.

Yes, the Compensation Committee approved the 2007 annual base salaries for named executive officers after reviewing performance and competitive market data. For example, the CEO's base salary was set at $1,350,000.