UCB Group confirms its previously announced 2004 results and provides IFRS reconciliation and product update

Financial Highlights

• UCB Group confirms net income after tax increased by 7% to € 363 million (19% at constant exchange rates) under Belgian GAAP.
• Dividend increases by 5%.
• IFRS conversion reduces net income by 9% to € 329 million when compared to Belgian GAAP.
• Net debt has been significantly reduced.