FAIRFIELD, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 19, 2005--IMS Health (NYSE: RX) today announced first-quarter 2005 revenue of $411.0 million, up 14 percent (10 percent constant dollar), compared with revenue of $361.6 million for the first quarter of 2004. “We delivered another strong quarter, with double-digit growth in the key metrics of our business, and a 63 percent increase in consulting and services revenue,” said David R. Carlucci, IMS chief executive officer and president. “Our team performed very well globally, with our European operations leading the way. In a dynamic marketplace, we are providing our clients with innovative, evidence-based solutions. This gives us confidence we will achieve our financial objectives for 2005.”
