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CAUTIONARY STATEMENT REGARDING FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS Risks Related to Our Business Our business, operating results, cash flows and financial condition are subject to various risks and uncertainties, including, without limitation, those set forth below, any of which could cause our actual results to vary materially from recent results or from our anticipated future results. The raw materials and labor costs we incur are subject to price increases that could adversely affect our profitability. We are subject to risks related to our dependence on the strength of economies in various parts of the world. Our business is dependent on a limited number of customers, and a substantial reduction in sales to these customers could significantly impact our operating results. Our industry is subject to further consolidation, and further consolidation of our customers could cause a reduction to our margins and sales. If we do not compete successfully in the competitive office products industry, our business and revenues may be adversely affected. Our business is subject to risks associated with seasonality, which could adversely affect our cash flow, financial condition or results of operations. Risks associated with our international operations could harm our business. Risks associated with outsourcing the production of certain of our products could harm our business. We depend on certain manufacturing sources whose inability to perform their obligations could harm our business. Our inability to secure and maintain rights to intellectual property could harm our business. Our success depends on our ability to attract and retain qualified personnel. We are subject to environmental regulation and environmental risks. Impairment charges could have a material adverse effect on our financial results. Product liability claims or regulatory actions could adversely affect our financial results or harm our reputation or the value of our end-user brands. Risks Related to Our Acquisition of GBC We may not realize the anticipated benefits from the acquisition of GBC. The integration of ACCO Brands and GBC may present significant challenges. We are exploring strategic alternatives for our Commercial Laminating Solutions Group, including a possible sale, which could disrupt our business and may unfavorably impact our future financial performance. Risks Related to Our Indebtedness Our substantial indebtedness could adversely affect our results of operations and financial condition and prevent us from fulfilling our financial obligations. We are subject to restrictive debt covenants, which may restrict our operational flexibility. We will require a significant amount of cash to service our debts. Our ability to generate cash depends on many factors beyond our control.

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