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PART I – FINANCIAL INFORMATION This section presents Fiserv, Inc.'s unaudited consolidated financial statements, management's discussion, market risk, and controls for Q1 2024 [Item 1. Financial Statements (Unaudited)](index=3&type=section&id=Item%201.%20Financial%20Statements%20%28Unaudited%29) This section presents Fiserv, Inc.'s unaudited consolidated financial statements for Q1 2024, including core statements and detailed accounting notes [Consolidated Statements of Income](index=4&type=section&id=Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Income) This section provides the consolidated statements of income for Fiserv, Inc. for the three months ended March 31, 2024 and 2023 | Metric | Three Months Ended March 31, 2024 (in millions) | Three Months Ended March 31, 2023 (in millions) | | :-------------------------------- | :---------------------------------------------- | :---------------------------------------------- | | Total Revenue | $4,883 | $4,547 | | Processing and services revenue | $4,000 | $3,673 | | Product revenue | $883 | $874 | | Operating income | $1,181 | $934 | | Net income attributable to Fiserv, Inc. | $735 | $563 | | Diluted EPS | $1.24 | $0.89 | [Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income](index=5&type=section&id=Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Comprehensive%20Income) This section presents Fiserv, Inc.'s consolidated statements of comprehensive income for the three months ended March 31, 2024 and 2023 | Metric | Three Months Ended March 31, 2024 (in millions) | Three Months Ended March 31, 2023 (in millions) | | :------------------------------------------ | :---------------------------------------------- | :---------------------------------------------- | | Net income | $752 | $576 | | Total other comprehensive (loss) income | $(224) | $147 | | Comprehensive income attributable to Fiserv, Inc. | $528 | $723 | [Consolidated Balance Sheets](index=6&type=section&id=Consolidated%20Balance%20Sheets) This section details Fiserv, Inc.'s consolidated balance sheets as of March 31, 2024, and December 31, 2023 | Metric | March 31, 2024 (in millions) | December 31, 2023 (in millions) | | :-------------------------------- | :-------------------------------- | :-------------------------------- | | Total assets | $92,698 | $90,890 | | Cash and cash equivalents | $1,214 | $1,204 | | Settlement assets | $29,711 | $27,681 | | Total liabilities | $63,115 | $60,221 | | Long-term debt | $23,754 | $22,363 | | Total equity | $29,423 | $30,508 | [Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows](index=7&type=section&id=Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Cash%20Flows) This section outlines Fiserv, Inc.'s consolidated statements of cash flows for the three months ended March 31, 2024 and 2023 | Metric | Three Months Ended March 31, 2024 (in millions) | Three Months Ended March 31, 2023 (in millions) | | :------------------------------------------ | :---------------------------------------------- | :---------------------------------------------- | | Net cash provided by operating activities | $831 | $1,130 | | Net cash used in investing activities | $(397) | $(314) | | Net cash used in financing activities | $(189) | $(1,149) | | Net change in cash and cash equivalents | $228 | $(316) | | Cash and cash equivalents, ending balance | $3,191 | $2,876 | [Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements](index=8&type=section&id=Notes%20to%20Consolidated%20Financial%20Statements) This section provides detailed notes supporting Fiserv, Inc.'s unaudited consolidated financial statements for Q1 2024 [Note 1. Basis of Presentation and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies](index=8&type=section&id=Note%201.%20Basis%20of%20Presentation%20and%20Summary%20of%20Significant%20Accounting%20Policies) This note details the unaudited nature of interim financial statements, segment realignment, and key accounting policies - Segment Realignment: Effective **March 31, 2024**, the company realigned its reportable segments into Merchant Solutions and Financial Solutions to enhance operational performance. Segment results for Q1 2023 have been recast[21](index=21&type=chunk) - Goodwill Impairment: An interim goodwill impairment assessment was performed in Q1 2024 for impacted reporting units due to the Segment Realignment, and no impairment was found[36](index=36&type=chunk) - Defined Benefit Pension Plans: The company terminated its U.K. and U.S. defined benefit pension plans effective **September 30, 2023**. A group annuity insurance contract was entered into in **March 2024** for the U.K. plan, resulting in an unrecognized loss of approximately **$63 million**. A non-cash pre-tax pension settlement charge of approximately **$150 million** is expected upon settlement of the terminated plans in **2024**[41](index=41&type=chunk)[42](index=42&type=chunk) | Metric | March 31, 2024 (in millions) | December 31, 2023 (in millions) | | :------------------------------------------ | :-------------------------------- | :-------------------------------- | | Allowance for doubtful accounts | $69 | $86 | | Merchant collateral available | $692 | $690 | | Aggregate merchant credit loss allowance | $34 | $36 | [Note 2. Recent Accounting Pronouncements](index=11&type=section&id=Note%202.%20Recent%20Accounting%20Pronouncements) Fiserv adopted ASU 2022-03 with no material impact and is assessing ASUs 2023-09 and 2023-07 for future disclosures - ASU 2022-03 (Fair Value Measurement): Adopted **January 1, 2024**, with no material impact on consolidated financial statements[46](index=46&type=chunk) - ASU 2023-09 (Income Tax Disclosures): Effective for fiscal years beginning after **December 15, 2024**; impact on disclosures is being assessed[47](index=47&type=chunk) - ASU 2023-07 (Segment Reporting): Effective for fiscal years beginning after **December 15, 2023**; impact on disclosures is being assessed[48](index=48&type=chunk) [Note 3. Revenue Recognition](index=13&type=section&id=Note%203.%20Revenue%20Recognition) Revenue is recognized upon performance obligation satisfaction, disaggregated by Merchant and Financial segments, with total revenue increasing in Q1 2024 | Revenue by Business Line (in millions) | Three Months Ended March 31, 2024 | Three Months Ended March 31, 2023 | | :----------------------------------- | :---------------------------------- | :---------------------------------- | | Small Business | $1,488 | $1,285 | | Enterprise | $463 | $437 | | Processing | $302 | $274 | | **Total Merchant segment revenue** | **$2,253** | **$1,996** | | Digital Payments | $920 | $873 | | Issuing | $761 | $731 | | Banking | $604 | $619 | | **Total Financial segment revenue** | **$2,285** | **$2,223** | | Corporate and Other | $345 | $328 | | **Total Revenue** | **$4,883** | **$4,547** | - Revenue from EMEA, LATAM, and APAC regions comprised approximately **15%** of total revenue for Q1 2024, up from **13%** in Q1 2023[50](index=50&type=chunk) - The company recognized **$285 million** of revenue in Q1 2024 that was included in the contract liabilities balance at the beginning of the period[53](index=53&type=chunk) [Note 4. Acquisitions and Dispositions](index=15&type=section&id=Note%204.%20Acquisitions%20and%20Dispositions) Fiserv acquired Skytef and Sled in late 2023, expanding its Merchant segment, and sold its financial reconciliation business in July 2023 - Acquisitions: Acquired Skytef and Sled in late **2023** for an aggregate of **$17 million**, expanding the Merchant segment's distribution network, POS applications, and instant payment capabilities in Latin America[56](index=56&type=chunk) - Dispositions: Sold financial reconciliation business in **July 2023** for **$235 million** cash, recognizing a pre-tax gain of **$172 million**[57](index=57&type=chunk) [Note 5. Intangible Assets](index=15&type=section&id=Note%205.%20Intangible%20Assets) Identifiable intangible assets decreased to $10,926 million net at March 31, 2024, with amortization expense also decreasing in Q1 2024 | Identifiable Intangible Assets (in millions) | March 31, 2024 Net Book Value | December 31, 2023 Net Book Value | | :----------------------------------------- | :------------------------------ | :------------------------------- | | Customer relationships | $6,747 | $7,075 | | Acquired software and technology | $941 | $1,000 | | Trade names | $269 | $285 | | Purchased software | $596 | $567 | | Capitalized software and other intangibles | $2,373 | $2,283 | | **Total** | **$10,926** | **$11,210** | - Amortization expense for identifiable intangible assets decreased to **$534 million** in Q1 2024 from **$595 million** in Q1 2023[58](index=58&type=chunk) [Note 6. Investments in Unconsolidated Affiliates](index=16&type=section&id=Note%206.%20Investments%20in%20Unconsolidated%20Affiliates) Fiserv holds equity method investments, primarily in merchant alliances, valued at $1.9 billion, and other equity investments totaling $174 million - Merchant Alliances: Investments in unconsolidated merchant alliances totaled **$1.9 billion** at both **March 31, 2024**, and **December 31, 2023**[60](index=60&type=chunk) - Other Equity Investments: Investments without readily determinable fair value increased to **$174 million** at **March 31, 2024**, from **$156 million** at **December 31, 2023**. Gains or losses from sales or fair value changes are included within other expense, net[61](index=61&type=chunk) [Note 7. Derivatives and Hedging Instruments](index=16&type=section&id=Note%207.%20Derivatives%20and%20Hedging%20Instruments) Fiserv uses derivatives to hedge interest rate and foreign currency risks, with net investment hedges yielding significant gains in Q1 2024 - Cash Flow Hedges: Forward exchange contracts hedge Indian Rupee exposure (**$447 million** notional at **March 31, 2024**). Estimated **$3 million** in gains expected in cost of processing and services over next **12 months**[63](index=63&type=chunk) - Net Investment Hedges: Used fixed-to-fixed cross-currency rate swaps (**475 million** Euros, **751 million** Singapore Dollars notional) and foreign currency-denominated debt to hedge net investments[66](index=66&type=chunk)[67](index=67&type=chunk) | Foreign Currency Transaction Gains (Losses), Net of Income Tax, Related to Net Investment Hedges (in millions) | Three Months Ended March 31, 2024 | Three Months Ended March 31, 2023 | | :------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | :---------------------------------- | :---------------------------------- | | Cross-currency rate swap contracts | $16 | $(2) | | Foreign currency-denominated debt | $77 | $(64) | | **Total** | **$93** | **$(66)** | [Note 8. Fair Value Measurements](index=17&type=section&id=Note%208.%20Fair%20Value%20Measurements) Certain assets and liabilities are measured at fair value, including derivatives and debt guarantees, with total debt's fair value at $22.7 billion | Fair Value Measured Assets (in millions) | March 31, 2024 | December 31, 2023 | | :------------------------------------- | :--------------- | :---------------- | | Forward exchange contracts (Level 2) | $3 | $2 | | Cross-currency rate swap contracts (Level 2) | $2 | $3 | | Fair Value Measured Liabilities (in millions) | | | | Cross-currency rate swap contracts (Level 2) | $44 | $62 | | Contingent consideration (Level 3) | $3 | $2 | | Contingent debt guarantee (Level 3) | $22 | $23 | - Debt Guarantees: Fiserv guarantees debt for Lending Joint Ventures (Sagent M&C, LLC and defi SOLUTIONS Group, LLC), with aggregate outstanding borrowings of **$437 million** in senior unsecured debt and **$52 million** on revolving credit facilities at **March 31, 2024**. The company maintains a contingent liability of **$22 million** for expected credit losses[74](index=74&type=chunk)[78](index=78&type=chunk) - Fair Value of Debt: Estimated fair value of total debt (excluding finance leases) was **$22.7 billion** at **March 31, 2024**, compared to a carrying value of **$23.5 billion**[73](index=73&type=chunk) [Note 9. Accounts Payable and Accrued Expenses](index=19&type=section&id=Note%209.%20Accounts%20Payable%20and%20Accrued%20Expenses) Accounts payable and accrued expenses decreased to $3,957 million at March 31, 2024, primarily due to reduced tax credits and compensation | Accounts Payable and Accrued Expenses (in millions) | March 31, 2024 | December 31, 2023 | | :------------------------------------------------ | :--------------- | :---------------- | | Trade accounts payable | $540 | $449 | | Client deposits | $950 | $931 | | Transferable federal tax credits | $307 | $804 | | Accrued compensation and benefits | $289 | $344 | | Accrued interest | $222 | $298 | | Other accrued expenses | $977 | $880 | | **Total** | **$3,957** | **$4,355** | [Note 10. Debt](index=20&type=section&id=Note%2010.%20Debt) Total debt increased to $24,425 million at March 31, 2024, following a $2.0 billion senior notes issuance and significant foreign lines of credit | Debt (in millions) | March 31, 2024 | December 31, 2023 | | :------------------------------------------ | :--------------- | :---------------- | | Short-term and current maturities of long-term debt | $671 | $755 | | Long-term debt | $23,754 | $22,363 | | **Total Debt** | **$24,425** | **$23,118** | - Senior Notes Issuance: Issued **$2.0 billion** of senior notes in **March 2024** (**5.150%** due **2027**, **5.350%** due **2031**, **5.450%** due **2034**) for general corporate purposes, including commercial paper repayment and share repurchases[82](index=82&type=chunk) - Commercial Paper: No outstanding U.S. dollar commercial paper at **March 31, 2024** (vs. **$418 million** at **Dec 31, 2023**). Euro commercial paper outstanding was **$1.3 billion** at **March 31, 2024**, with a weighted average interest rate of **4.016%**[85](index=85&type=chunk) | Foreign Lines of Credit (in millions) | Outstanding Borrowings (March 31, 2024) | Weighted-Average Interest Rate (March 31, 2024) | | :------------------------------------ | :-------------------------------------- | :---------------------------------------------- | | Argentina | $155 | 83.821% | | Brazil | $120 | 12.628% | | Uruguay | $65 | 10.695% | | Other | $40 | 3.658% | | **Total** | **$380** | **40.354%** | [Note 11. Redeemable Noncontrolling Interest](index=22&type=section&id=Note%2011.%20Redeemable%20Noncontrolling%20Interest) The redeemable noncontrolling interest, primarily from a merchant alliance joint venture, remained stable at $160 million at March 31, 2024 | Redeemable Noncontrolling Interest Activity (in millions) | Three Months Ended March 31, 2024 | Three Months Ended March 31, 2023 | | :------------------------------------------------------ | :---------------------------------- | :---------------------------------- | | Balance at beginning of period | $161 | $161 | | Distributions paid to redeemable noncontrolling interest | $(7) | $(8) | | Share of income | $6 | $7 | | Balance at end of period | $160 | $160 | [Note 12. Equity](index=22&type=section&id=Note%2012.%20Equity) Fiserv, Inc. shareholders' equity decreased to $28,801 million at March 31, 2024, due to treasury stock purchases and other comprehensive loss | Fiserv, Inc. Shareholders' Equity (in millions) | March 31, 2024 | December 31, 2023 | | :-------------------------------------------- | :--------------- | :---------------- | | Common Stock | $8 | $8 | | Additional Paid-In Capital | $22,861 | $23,103 | | Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss | $(994) | $(783) | | Retained Earnings | $21,179 | $20,444 | | Treasury Stock | $(14,253) | $(12,915) | | **Total Fiserv, Inc. Shareholders' Equity** | **$28,801** | **$29,857** | - Treasury Stock Purchases: **$1,512 million** in Q1 2024[91](index=91&type=chunk) - Net Income Attributable to Fiserv, Inc.: **$735 million** in Q1 2024[91](index=91&type=chunk) - Other Comprehensive Loss: **$(211) million** in Q1 2024[91](index=91&type=chunk) [Note 13. Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss](index=23&type=section&id=Note%2013.%20Accumulated%20Other%20Comprehensive%20Loss) Accumulated other comprehensive loss increased to $(994) million at March 31, 2024, driven by foreign currency translation and pension plan losses | Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss (in millions) | March 31, 2024 | December 31, 2023 | | :----------------------------------------------- | :--------------- | :---------------- | | Derivatives | $(75) | $(78) | | Foreign Currency Translation | $(839) | $(688) | | Pension Plans | $(80) | $(17) | | **Total** | **$(994)** | **$(783)** | [Note 14. Share-Based Compensation](index=23&type=section&id=Note%2014.%20Share-Based%20Compensation) Share-based compensation expense decreased to $86 million in Q1 2024, with $558 million in unrecognized cost remaining | Share-Based Compensation (in millions) | Three Months Ended March 31, 2024 | Three Months Ended March 31, 2023 | | :------------------------------------- | :---------------------------------- | :---------------------------------- | | Share-based compensation expense | $86 | $93 | - Total remaining unrecognized compensation cost for share-based awards is **$558 million**, to be recognized over a weighted-average period of **2.2 years**[94](index=94&type=chunk) [Note 15. Income Taxes](index=24&type=section&id=Note%2015.%20Income%20Taxes) The income tax provision increased to $153 million in Q1 2024, while the effective tax rate slightly decreased, benefiting from transferable federal tax credits | Income Tax (in millions) | Three Months Ended March 31, 2024 | Three Months Ended March 31, 2023 | | :----------------------- | :---------------------------------- | :---------------------------------- | | Income tax provision | $153 | $124 | | Effective income tax rate | 16.7% | 17.4% | - Transferable Federal Tax Credits: Purchased at negotiated discounts, resulting in an income tax benefit[98](index=98&type=chunk) - Unrecognized Tax Benefits: Potential liability of **$88 million** at **March 31, 2024**, with a possible decrease of up to **$5 million** over the next twelve months[99](index=99&type=chunk) [Note 16. Shares Used in Computing Net Income Per Share Attributable to Fiserv, Inc.](index=25&type=section&id=Note%2016.%20Shares%20Used%20in%20Computing%20Net%20Income%20Per%20Share%20Attributable%20to%20Fiserv,%20Inc.) Diluted weighted-average common shares outstanding decreased by 6% in Q1 2024, contributing to increased diluted EPS | Shares (in millions) | Three Months Ended March 31, 2024 | Three Months Ended March 31, 2023 | | :-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | :---------------------------------- | :---------------------------------- | | Weighted-average common shares outstanding used for basic EPS | 590.9 | 626.9 | | Weighted-average common shares outstanding used for diluted EPS | 594.8 | 631.3 | [Note 17. Cash Flow Information](index=25&type=section&id=Note%2017.%20Cash%20Flow%20Information) Supplemental cash flow shows increased interest and income taxes paid, along with higher capital expenditures in Q1 2024 | Supplemental Cash Flow Information (in millions) | Three Months Ended March 31, 2024 | Three Months Ended March 31, 2023 | | :----------------------------------------------- | :---------------------------------- | :---------------------------------- | | Interest paid | $335 | $222 | | Income taxes paid | $700 | $291 | | Capital expenditures, including capitalized software and other intangibles | $420 | $339 | [Note 18. Commitments and Contingencies](index=25&type=section&id=Note%2018.%20Commitments%20and%20Contingencies) The company maintains a $34 million accrual for legal proceedings, with subscriber funds totaling $1.0 billion not on the balance sheet - Legal Proceedings: Accrual of **$34 million** at **March 31, 2024**, for legal proceedings, primarily related to merchant acquiring business and tax matters. Estimated possible exposure range is **$0 million** to **$100 million**[103](index=103&type=chunk) - Subscriber Funds: Funds received from electronic payments transactions, invested in short-term, highly liquid investments, totaled approximately **$1.0 billion** at **March 31, 2024**, and **$3.5 billion** at **December 31, 2023**. These are not included in the consolidated balance sheets[104](index=104&type=chunk) [Note 19. Related Party Transactions](index=26&type=section&id=Note%2019.%20Related%20Party%20Transactions) Fiserv recognized $40 million in processing and service fees from equity method merchant alliances in Q1 2024 | Related Party Transactions (in millions) | Three Months Ended March 31, 2024 | Three Months Ended March 31, 2023 | | :------------------------------------- | :---------------------------------- | :---------------------------------- | | Processing and other service fees from equity method alliances | $40 | $46 | - Amounts due from unconsolidated merchant alliances were **$38 million** at both **March 31, 2024**, and **December 31, 2023**[107](index=107&type=chunk) [Note 20. Business Segment Information](index=26&type=section&id=Note%2020.%20Business%20Segment%20Information) Following realignment, Fiserv operates with Merchant and Financial segments, both showing revenue and operating income growth in Q1 2024 - Segment Realignment: Operations are now comprised of Merchant Solutions and Financial Solutions segments, effective Q1 2024[108](index=108&type=chunk) - Merchant Segment: Provides commerce-enabling products (merchant acquiring, digital commerce, mobile payments, security/fraud, stored-value, pay-by-bank) to businesses of all sizes, including Clover and Carat platforms[108](index=108&type=chunk)[109](index=109&type=chunk) - Financial Segment: Provides products and services (debit/credit card processing, digital payments, banking, financial/risk management) to financial institutions, corporate, and public sector clients[109](index=109&type=chunk) | Segment Operating Results (in millions) | Merchant (Q1 2024) | Merchant (Q1 2023) | Financial (Q1 2024) | Financial (Q1 2023) | Corporate and Other (Q1 2024) | Corporate and Other (Q1 2023) | Total (Q1 2024) | Total (Q1 2023) | | :------------------------------------ | :----------------- | :----------------- | :------------------ | :------------------ | :---------------------------- | :---------------------------- | :-------------- | :-------------- | | Total revenue | $2,253 | $1,996 | $2,285 | $2,223 | $345 | $328 | $4,883 | $4,547 | | Operating income (loss) | $769 | $592 | $1,008 | $943 | $(596) | $(601) | $1,181 | $934 | [Item 2. Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations](index=28&type=section&id=Item%202.%20Management%27s%20Discussion%20and%20Analysis%20of%20Financial%20Condition%20and%20Results%20of%20Operations) This section provides management's perspective on Fiserv's financial condition and results for Q1 2024 [Overview](index=28&type=section&id=Overview) Fiserv is a leading global provider of payments and financial services technology, focused on growth through integrated solutions and disciplined capital allocation - Company Background: Leading global provider of payments and financial services technology solutions, serving merchants, banks, credit unions, and corporate/public sector clients[114](index=114&type=chunk)[115](index=115&type=chunk) - Strategic Focus: Driving growth and value through a high-performing team, integrated solutions, operational excellence, disciplined capital allocation (including share repurchase and M&A), and breakthrough innovation[115](index=115&type=chunk) - Segment Realignment: Effective Q1 2024, reportable segments are Merchant Solutions and Financial Solutions, aimed at enhancing operational performance[116](index=116&type=chunk) [Acquisitions and Dispositions](index=29&type=section&id=Acquisitions%20and%20Dispositions) Fiserv acquired Skytef and Sled to expand its Merchant segment and sold its financial reconciliation business in 2023 - Acquisitions: Skytef (distributor for EFT payments software) and Sled (instant payment solutions provider) acquired in late **2023** for **$17 million**, enhancing Merchant segment capabilities in Latin America[121](index=121&type=chunk) - Dispositions: Financial reconciliation business sold in **July 2023** for **$235 million** cash, recognizing a **$172 million** pre-tax gain[122](index=122&type=chunk) - Other Transactions: Acquired remaining **49%** ownership in European Merchant Services B.V. for **$56 million** in **September 2023**[123](index=123&type=chunk) [Industry Trends](index=30&type=section&id=Industry%20Trends) The global payments landscape is evolving with rapid technology advancements, digital payments, and e-commerce, intensifying competition and driving demand for integrated solutions - Global Payments Landscape: Evolving with rapid technology advancements, digital payments, e-commerce, and real-time payments infrastructure, leading to intensified competition[124](index=124&type=chunk) - Merchant Demands: Merchants require simpler, integrated, and flexible systems for payment acceptance, cash flow management, and business operations, driving demand for end-to-end solutions and direct, digital-only acquisition channels[125](index=125&type=chunk) - Financial Institution Needs: Financial institutions are investing in solutions to win/retain customers, generate revenue, comply with regulations, and enhance operating efficiency, with a focus on tailored digital solutions and integrated customer experiences[128](index=128&type=chunk)[130](index=130&type=chunk) [Recent Market Conditions](index=31&type=section&id=Recent%20Market%20Conditions) Global macroeconomic conditions, including rising interest rates and foreign currency fluctuations, could adversely affect Fiserv's business and financial results - Macroeconomic Impact: Global conditions (rising interest rates, inflation, supply chain disruptions, international hostilities) could adversely affect business, results, and financial condition[133](index=133&type=chunk) - Foreign Currency Risk: Fluctuations in exchange rates (Euro, British Pound Sterling, Argentine Peso) negatively impact revenue and earnings, with significant devaluation of the Argentine Peso potentially offsetting transitory revenue benefits from inflation[134](index=134&type=chunk)[135](index=135&type=chunk) [Changes in Critical Accounting Policies and Estimates](index=31&type=section&id=Changes%20in%20Critical%20Accounting%20Policies%20and%20Estimates) No material changes to critical accounting policies and estimates were reported from the 2023 Annual Report on Form 10-K - No material changes to critical accounting policies and estimates from the Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended **December 31, 2023**[137](index=137&type=chunk) [Results of Operations](index=32&type=section&id=Results%20of%20Operations) Fiserv reported increased total revenue, operating income, and diluted EPS in Q1 2024, driven by segment growth and expense management | Metric | Three Months Ended March 31, 2024 (in millions) | Three Months Ended March 31, 2023 (in millions) | Change ($) | Change (%) | | :------------------------------------------ | :---------------------------------------------- | :---------------------------------------------- | :--------- | :--------- | | Total Revenue | $4,883 | $4,547 | $336 | 7% | | Operating income | $1,181 | $934 | $247 | 26% | | Operating margin | 24.2% | 20.5% | 370 bps | | | Net income attributable to Fiserv, Inc. | $735 | $563 | $172 | 31% | | Diluted EPS | $1.24 | $0.89 | | | - Revenue Growth Drivers: Merchant segment revenue increased **13%** (**$257 million**), driven by Small Business (Clover operating system, value-added services) and contributions from Enterprise and Processing. Financial segment revenue increased **3%** (**$62 million**), driven by Digital Payments (transaction volume) and Issuing (active accounts), partially offset by a decrease in Banking license/termination fees[142](index=142&type=chunk)[143](index=143&type=chunk) - Expense Management: Total expenses as a percentage of total revenue decreased **370 basis points** to **75.8%**, favorably impacted by operating leverage and reduced amortization of acquisition-related intangible assets[145](index=145&type=chunk) - Interest Expense: Increased **$59 million** (**29%**) due to higher outstanding borrowings and increased variable rate borrowings in Latin America[153](index=153&type=chunk) - Diluted EPS: Increased to **$1.24** from **$0.89**, also benefiting from a **6%** reduction in diluted weighted average outstanding shares due to share repurchases[158](index=158&type=chunk) [Liquidity and Capital Resources](index=35&type=section&id=Liquidity%20and%20Capital%20Resources) Net cash from operating activities decreased, while capital expenditures and share repurchases remained significant uses of capital | Liquidity and Capital Resources (in millions) | Three Months Ended March 31, 2024 | Three Months Ended March 31, 2023 | Change ($) | Change (%) | | :------------------------------------------ | :---------------------------------- | :---------------------------------- | :--------- | :--------- | | Net cash provided by operating activities | $831 | $1,130 | $(299) | (26)% | | Capital expenditures | $420 | $339 | $81 | 24% | | Share repurchases | $1,500 | $1,500 | $0 | 0% | - Liquidity Sources: Cash and cash equivalents (**$1.2 billion**), commercial paper proceeds, and **$2.7 billion** available capacity under revolving credit facility[159](index=159&type=chunk) - Operating Cash Flow Decrease: Primarily due to higher working capital use and **$409 million** increase in income taxes paid[160](index=160&type=chunk) - Share Repurchase Authorization: Approximately **41.7 million** shares remaining under the existing repurchase authorization as of **March 31, 2024**[163](index=163&type=chunk) [Item 3. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk](index=35&type=section&id=Item%203.%20Quantitative%20and%20Qualitative%20Disclosures%20About%20Market%20Risk) Fiserv is exposed to interest rate and foreign currency risks, managed with derivatives, with no significant changes in Q1 2024 - Primary Market Risks: Fluctuations in interest rates and foreign currency exchange rates[180](index=180&type=chunk) - Major Currency Exposures: Argentine Peso, Brazilian Real, British Pound, Euro, and Indian Rupee[181](index=181&type=chunk) - No Significant Changes: No significant changes to quantitative and qualitative analyses about market risk during Q1 2024[182](index=182&type=chunk) [Item 4. Controls and Procedures](index=40&type=section&id=Item%204.%20Controls%20and%20Procedures) Management concluded Fiserv's disclosure controls were effective as of March 31, 2024, with no material changes to internal control over financial reporting - Disclosure Controls and Procedures: Management concluded that disclosure controls and procedures were effective as of **March 31, 2024**[183](index=183&type=chunk) - Internal Control Over Financial Reporting: No material changes occurred during Q1 2024[184](index=184&type=chunk) PART II – OTHER INFORMATION This section covers legal proceedings, equity security sales, other information, exhibits, and signatures for Fiserv, Inc [Item 1. Legal Proceedings](index=40&type=section&id=Item%201.%20Legal%20Proceedings) Management does not expect liabilities from legal proceedings to have a material adverse effect on consolidated financial statements - Management does not expect liabilities from legal proceedings to have a material adverse effect on consolidated financial statements[185](index=185&type=chunk) [Item 2. Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds](index=40&type=section&id=Item%202.%20Unregistered%20Sales%20of%20Equity%20Securities%20and%20Use%20of%20Proceeds) Fiserv repurchased over 10 million shares in Q1 2024 at an average price of $145.62, with 41.7 million shares remaining under authorization | Period | Total Number of Shares Purchased | Average Price Paid per Share | Maximum Number of Shares that May Yet Be Purchased Under the Plans or Programs | | :----------------- | :------------------------------- | :--------------------------- | :----------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | January 1-31, 2024 | 3,095,000 | $137.47 | 48,884,234 | | February 1-29, 2024 | 2,831,280 | $146.63 | 46,052,954 | | March 1-31, 2024 | 4,316,788 | $152.75 | 41,736,166 | | **Total (Q1 2024)** | **10,243,068** | **$145.62 (avg)** | | - The board of directors authorized the purchase of up to **75.0 million** shares of common stock on **February 22, 2023**, with no expiration[186](index=186&type=chunk) [Item 5. Other Information](index=40&type=section&id=Item%205.%20Other%20Information) No directors or Section 16 officers adopted or terminated Rule 10b5-1 trading plans or non-Rule 10b5-1 arrangements during Q1 2024 - No directors or Section 16 officers adopted or terminated a Rule 10b5-1 Trading Plan or non-Rule 10b5-1 trading arrangement during Q1 2024[187](index=187&type=chunk) [Item 6. Exhibits](index=40&type=section&id=Item%206.%20Exhibits) This section lists the exhibits filed as part of the Form 10-Q, including supplemental indentures, CEO/CFO certifications, and Inline XBRL documents - Exhibits include Thirty-Second, Thirty-Third, and Thirty-Fourth Supplemental Indentures, CEO and CFO certifications (Sarbanes-Oxley Act), and Inline XBRL documents for consolidated financial statements and notes[191](index=191&type=chunk) [Signatures](index=42&type=section&id=Signatures) The report is duly signed by Fiserv, Inc.'s Chief Financial Officer and Chief Accounting Officer on April 24, 2024 - Report signed by Robert W. Hau (CFO) and Kenneth F. Best (Chief Accounting Officer) on **April 24, 2024**[196](index=196&type=chunk)

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