Fortune Brands is an $8 billion leading consumer brands company. We're driven by powerful brands in three attractive consumer categories: Distilled Spirits, Home & Hardware, and Golf. Reflecting the strength of our brands, 90% of our sales come from #1 or #2 market positions. Reflecting the success of our commitment to innovation, about 20% of sales come from products introduced in just the past three years. Behind our strong brands and successful strategy are more than 30,000 people with the passion to win.

Our strategy is sharply focused on delivering value for our shareholders. We're investing to grow our leading consumer brands, strategically positioning our businesses for stronger growth and higher returns, continuously improving productivity and cost structures, and using our financial strength to drive shareholder value even higher.

We're committed to earning the confidence of our consumers, customers, employees and shareholders every day. That's why we're proud that Fortune Brands has been recognized as America's Most Admired Company in our category — twelve years in a row.*

Sales:	$8.56 billion (2007)
Operating income:	$1.38 billion (2007)
EPS:	$4.79 (2007)
Dividend rate:	$.44 per quarter ($1.68 annual rate)
Employees:	31,000
Headquarters:	Deerfield, Illinois, USA
Stock:	Traded on the New York Stock Exchange (ticker symbol FO)

*source: Fortune magazine