Thomson Announces New Stock Ticker Symbols for Thomson Reuters
Published In: Business, Connecticut, Ontario 
Tuesday, April 8, 2008 7:57 AM
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STAMFORD, Conn., April 8, 2008 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- The Thomson
Corporation (NYSE: TOC; TSX: TOC), a leading provider of information solutions
to business and professional customers worldwide, today announced new stock
ticker symbols for Thomson Reuters that will be effective at the opening of
trading on April 17, following the expected close of Thomson's acquisition of
Reuters Group PLC earlier that morning.

(Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20020227/NYW014LOGO )

Thomson Reuters will have two parent companies, both of which will be
publicly listed - The Thomson Corporation, an Ontario company, will be renamed
Thomson Reuters Corporation, and Thomson Reuters PLC will be a new UK company
in which existing Reuters shareholders will receive shares as part of their
consideration in the transaction.

On April 17, Thomson Reuters Corporation common shares will begin trading
on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) under
the ticker symbol "TRI". Thomson common shares will continue to trade under
the symbol "TOC" through April 16. The symbol for Thomson's Series II
preference shares that are listed on the TSX will change to "TRI.PR.B" from
"TOC.PR.B".

Also on April 17, Thomson Reuters PLC ordinary shares will begin trading
on the London Stock Exchange (LSE) under the symbol "TRIL" and Thomson Reuters
PLC ADSs will begin trading on the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the
symbol "TRIN". Reuters Group PLC ordinary shares and ADSs will continue to
trade on the LSE and Nasdaq under the symbols "RTR" and "RTRSY", respectively,
through April 16.

Effective April 17, the CUSIP and ISIN numbers for Thomson Reuters
Corporation and Thomson Reuters PLC shares will be as follows:


Thomson Reuters Shares CUSIP Number ISIN Number

Thomson Reuters Corporation
Common Shares 884903 10 5 CA8849031056
Thomson Reuters Corporation
Series II Preference Shares 884903 30 3 CA8849033037
Thomson Reuters PLC
Ordinary Shares G8847Z 10 5 GB00B29MWZ99
Thomson Reuters PLC American
Depositary Shares (ADSs) 885141 10 1 US8851411012



The Thomson Corporation

The Thomson Corporation (www.thomson.com) is a global leader in providing
essential electronic workflow solutions to business and professional
customers. With operational headquarters in Stamford, Conn., Thomson provides
value-added information, software tools and applications to professionals in
the fields of law, tax, accounting, financial services, scientific research
and healthcare. The Corporation's common shares are listed on the New York
and Toronto stock exchanges (NYSE: TOC; TSX: TOC).


DEALING DISCLOSURE REQUIREMENTS

Under the provisions of Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code (the 'Code'), if any
person is, or becomes, 'interested' (directly or indirectly) in 1% or more of
any class of 'relevant securities' of Thomson or of Reuters, all 'dealings' in
any 'relevant securities' of that company (including by means of an option in
respect of, or a derivative referenced to, any such 'relevant securities')
must be publicly disclosed by no later than 3.30 pm (London time) on the
London business day following the date of the relevant transaction. This
requirement will continue until the date on which the acquisition of Reuters
becomes, or is declared, unconditional, lapses or is otherwise withdrawn or on
which the 'offer period' otherwise ends. If two or more persons act together
pursuant to an agreement or understanding, whether formal or informal, to
acquire an 'interest' in 'relevant securities' of Thomson or Reuters, they
will be deemed to be a single person for the purpose of Rule 8.3.

Under the provisions of Rule 8.1 of the Code, all 'dealings' in 'relevant
securities' of Thomson or Reuters by Thomson or Reuters, or by any of their
respective 'associates', must be disclosed by no later than 12.00 noon (London
time) on the London business day following the date of the relevant
transaction.

A disclosure table, giving details of the companies in whose 'relevant
securities' 'dealings' should be disclosed, and the number of such securities
in issue, can be found on the Takeover Panel's website at
www.thetakeoverpanel.org.uk. 'Interests in securities' arise, in summary, when
a person has long economic exposure, whether conditional or absolute, to
changes in the price of securities. In particular, a person will be treated as
having an 'interest' by virtue of the ownership or control of securities, or
by virtue of any option in respect of, or derivative referenced to,
securities.

Terms in quotation marks are defined in the Code, which can also be found
on the Panel's website. If you are in any doubt as to whether or not you are
required to disclose a 'dealing' under Rule 8, you should consult the Panel.


CAUTIONARY NOTE CONCERNING FACTORS THAT MAY AFFECT FUTURE RESULTS

This news release includes forward-looking statements that are based on
certain assumptions and reflect the Corporation's current expectations.
Forward-looking statements include the Corporation's belief that the Reuters
acquisition will close on April 17, 2008. The closing of the transaction is
subject to approval by a court in the United Kingdom. Forward-looking
statements in this news release are subject to a number of risks and
uncertainties that could cause actual results or events to differ materially
from current expectations. These risks and uncertainties include the failure
of the court to approve the proposed transaction. Some of the other factors
that could cause actual results or events to differ materially from current
expectations are discussed in the Corporation's materials filed with the
securities regulatory authorities in Canada and the United States from time to
time, including the Corporation's management information circular dated
February 29, 2008 for the special meeting of shareholders held on March 26,
2008, and its latest annual information form, which is also contained in its
most recently filed annual report on Form 40-F. The Corporation disclaims any
intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements,
whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, other than
as required by applicable law, rule or regulation.

This document does not constitute an offer for sale of any securities or
an offer or an invitation to purchase any such securities. Documents relating
to the proposed transaction have been furnished by Thomson and Reuters to the
SEC. Shareholders are urged to read such documents regarding the proposed
transaction because they contain important information. Shareholders may
obtain free copies of Thomson's and Reuters' respective circulars, as well as
other filings containing information about the companies, without charge, at
the SEC's website at www.sec.gov, at the Canadian securities regulatory
authorities' website at www.sedar.com (in the case of Thomson) and from
Thomson and Reuters. These documents are also available for inspection and
copying at the public reference room maintained by the SEC at 100 F Street,
N.E., Washington, D.C. 20549, United States. For further information about the
public reference room, call the SEC at 1-800-732-0330.


Media Contact:
Fred Hawrysh
Global Director, External Communications
(203) 539-8314
fred.hawrysh@thomson.com

Investor Contact:
Frank J. Golden
Senior Vice President, Investor Relations
(203) 539-8470
frank.golden@thomson.com


SOURCE The Thomson Corporation


 
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