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related topics

{acquisition, growth, future}

{financial, litigation, operation}

{operation, international, foreign}

{system, service, information}

{competitive, industry, competition}

{condition, economic, financial}

{property, intellectual, protect}

{personnel, key, retain}

{stock, price, operating}

{tax, income, asset}

{debt, indebtedness, cash}

Deteriorating economic conditions may continue to cause a decline in business and consumer spending which could adversely affect our business and financial performance. Our market is highly competitive and we may not continue to compete successfully. We may not be able to successfully integrate Corporate Express into our operations to realize anticipated benefits and our growth may strain our operations. If we are unable to manage our debt, it could materially harm our business and financial condition and restrict our operating flexibility. We may be unable to continue to open new stores and enter new markets successfully. We may be unable to attract and retain qualified associates. Our quarterly operating results are subject to significant fluctuation. Our expanding international operations expose us to the unique risks inherent in foreign operations. Our business may be adversely affected by the actions of and risks associated with our third-party vendors. Our expanded offering of proprietary branded products may not improve our financial performance and may expose us to intellectual property and product liability claims. Our effective tax rate may fluctuate. Our information security may be compromised. Various legal proceedings, investigations or audits may adversely affect our business and financial performance.

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