Safeguard Scientifics Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2012 Financial Results

Safeguard Scientifics, Inc. (NYSE:SFE), a holding company that builds value in growth-stage healthcare and technology companies, today announced that its partner companies reported 2012 aggregate revenue of $197.3 million, up from $142.7 million in 2011. Partner companies remain positioned for continued growth and achievement of operating, financial and strategic milestones. As a result, guidance for 2013 partner company aggregate revenue is projected to be between $250 million and $270 million. Results for Safeguard’s partner companies are reported on a one-quarter lag basis.