Qatar Stock Exchange announces that Thursday 1 January2026 is an official holiday for Qatar Stock Exchange on the occasion of End of year closing. Official working hours will resume on Sunday4January2026, based on the circular of Qatar Central Bank and the instructions issued by the Qatar Financial Markets Authority

The Federal Reserve Board and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation today announced the 2026 updated Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) "small bank" and "intermediate small bank" asset-size thresholds. The CRA regulations establish the framework and criteria by which the relevant agencies assess a financial institution's record of meeting the credit needs of its entire community, including low- and moderate-income neighborhoods, consistent with safe and sound operations. Financial institutions are evaluated under different CRA examination procedures based upon their asset-size classification. The asset-size thresholds are adjusted annually based on the average change in the Consumer Price Index for Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers (CPI-W), which is a measure of inflation. As a result of the 2.51 percent increase in the CPI-W for the period ending in November 2025, the CRA asset-size thresholds for small banks and intermediate small banks are: A small bank is an institution that, as of December 31 of either of the prior two calendar years, had assets of less than $1.649 billion. An intermediate small bank is a small institution with assets of at least $412 million as of December 31 of both of the prior two calendar years and less than $1.649 billion as of December 31 of either of the prior two calendar years. These thresholds are in effect from the latter of January 1, 2026 or the date of publication in the Federal Register through December 31, 2026. A list of the current and historical asset-size thresholds is available here. Federal Register notice: Community Reinvestment Act Regulations Asset-Size Thresholds (PDF)

December 2025 Chicago Report™ The Chicago Business Barometer™, produced with MNI, rebounded 7.2 points to 43.5 in December. The index has mostly unwound November’s decline but has remained below 50 for twenty-five consecutive months. The rise was driven by increases in New Orders, Production and Order Backlogs. Declines in Supplier Deliveries and Employment provided a small offset. Order Backlogs climbed 12.3 points, partially reversing November’s drop. However, the index remains below 40 and has only been above that weak mark for three months this year. New Orders jumped 11.8 points, almost completely unwinding last month’s fall. Production strengthened 9.6 points. The index is now back above its 2025 average and at its highest since March. Supplier Deliveries softened 3.6 points, but the index has remained above 50 for eleven months. Employment dipped 0.6 points to the lowest since May 2009. No respondents reported larger employment for the second consecutive month. • Inventories fell 0.5 points, remaining below the 2025 average. Prices Paid faded 1.1 points. No respondents reported lower prices paid for the third consecutive month. The survey ran from December 1 to December 15.

In a very dynamic market environment, Boerse Stuttgart Group achieved a new revenue record in 2025, as it did in the previous year. The Group was very successful in all of its strategic business areas and continued on its path of structural growth. Key figures in the capital markets and digital business of the sixth-largest exchange group in Europe developed very positively. "In our capital markets business, our exchanges in Germany, Sweden and Switzerland were able to increase their trading volume by around 17 percent compared to the previous year. The Swedish NGM and the BX Swiss in Switzerland even set new records for the second year in a row. There were also 19 new listings of growth companies at NGM. Once again, our broker EUWAX AG also achieved excellent results. Our new ETCs EUWAX Gold Core and EUWAX Gold Traceable convinced investors with their excellent tradability and attractive cost structure," says Dr. Matthias Voelkel, CEO of Boerse Stuttgart Group: "Our digital business also performed very well in 2025. The trading volume in cryptocurrencies remained on a high level. The number of retail customers on our platforms rose to 1.2 million." The volume of cryptocurrencies held in fiduciary custody at Boerse Stuttgart Digital peaked at around EUR 5,2 billion in 2025. Boerse Stuttgart Group has made consistent and successful progress on its structural growth path in 2025. Major institutional partnerships were a key factor. “In our capital market business, we were able to expand our zero-fee offerings and welcome additional international partners to our Easy Euwax trading segment and our regulated trading platform TradeREBEL," says Voelkel: "In our digital business, we became DekaBank's infrastructure partner for crypto trading, for its institutional clients and in the crypto offering for the approximately 50 million retail customers of the savings banks, Germany's largest banking group. We also gained further institutional clients for crypto trading and custody in Europe, such as the major Italian bank Intesa Sanpaolo and the Slovenian broker Ilirika. One of the foundations was the MiCAR license that Boerse Stuttgart Digital received as the first crypto service provider in Germany." Boerse Stuttgart Group established tokenized assets as its third strategic business area in 2025. In Switzerland, BX Digital received the first license for a DLT trading facility and started onboarding the first trading participants. "With Seturion, we have introduced a pan-European settlement platform for tokenized assets that overcomes national silos through its open architecture. Seturion is open to all market participants in Europe, and we will build and scale the platform together with them," says Voelkel. In 2025, Boerse Stuttgart Group introduced its new Advisory Council, made up of six high caliber international senior leaders. With their experience, independent perspective and extensive global networks, they will support Boerse Stuttgart Group's ambitious growth strategy and provide impulses on key future trends.

Key takeaways: Digital asset products saw US$446M in weekly outflows, taking total post–October 10th outflows to US$3.2B and indicating sentiment has yet to fully recover. Outflows were concentrated in the US, while Germany stood out with continued inflows, suggesting selective buying during recent price weakness. XRP and Solana ETFs continue to attract inflows since launch, contrasting with sustained outflows from Bitcoin and Ethereum over the same period. The full research features in CoinShares’ weekly newsletter, which can also be found here.

The Vienna Stock Exchange recorded a dynamic trading year in 2025, marked by geopolitical tensions, trade conflicts and the prospect of an end to the war in Ukraine. Equity turnover will amount to around EUR 71 billion at the end of the year, making 2025 the third strongest trading year since 2012, after 2021 and 2022. The last trading day of 2025 is today and will end with an early closing auction at 2:15 p.m. The 2025 stock market year had 253 trading days, and next year there will also be 253 trading days in Vienna. The trading calendar is available online. Austrian national index broke through three "thousand" marks in one year The ATX including dividends (total return) is at an all-time high and exceeded the ten-, eleven- and twelve-thousand-point marks for the first time. By the close of trading on 29 December, the ATX Total Return had gained 49.93% since the beginning of the year, reaching an all-time high of 12,799.31 points (ATX price index: 43.27%, 5,247.96 points). Austria's benchmark index is thus among the top performers internationally. During the same period, the German benchmark index DAX – which, like the ATX Total Return, also includes dividends – gained 22.38%, the MSCI World 20.64% and the Euro Stoxx 17.58%. The market capitalisation of domestic companies listed in Vienna amounted to around EUR 177 billion as of 22 December. Entry-level segment with three new issuers, debt listings continue to grow rapidly With Steyr Motors AG, REPLOID Group AG and Gallmetzer HealthCare S.p.A. three companies were added to the SME segment direct market plus. In the debt segment, the Vienna Stock Exchange recorded 31,490 primary listings by 29 December, more than twice as many as in the previous record year of 2024 (13,443). The Vienna Stock Exchange has further increased its global reach this year, including new issuers from Central and East Asia, Türkiye, Australia, Mexico and North Africa. While listings from 191 issuers from 17 countries were added in 2020, there were 682 new issuers from 43 nations in 2025. A total of 1,369 active debt issuers from 50 countries are currently serviced. Around 90 per cent of the debt listings are of international origin. Equity turnover in the international segment global market, which was expanded by around 100 securities in 2025 and currently comprises over 900 securities from 28 countries, also remains at a robust level. The ETF offering has also been massively expanded, more than doubling to 336 securities, which is reflected in record turnover levels. “Austria’s stock market has demonstrated remarkable growth, with Austrian-listed companies performing strongly on the international stage. Wiener Börse remains a key European player, offering a robust and transparent market infrastructure. However, to fully capitalise on this potential, it is crucial that political action aligns with market development. While European countries such as Germany and Poland are actively introducing measures to better leverage capital markets for broader economic benefits, Austria has been notably passive,” says Vienna Stock Exchange CEO Christoph Boschan, referring to pension reforms in various EU countries. Boschan: Incentives for private pension provision are needed Germany, for example, is currently realigning the third pillar of its pension system with subsidised pension savings accounts. Poland will also launch tax-privileged personal investment accounts ("OKI") in 2026, following the model of Sweden's "Investeringssparkonto" (ISK), in which around 40% of the population participate and the total savings amount to around one third of GDP. "The proposed general pension fund contract in the second pillar of retirement provision is a small step in the right direction if implemented properly. However, it must not serve as a mere fig leaf to cover up the lack of more comprehensive measures. A return to the holding period for securities or a tax-privileged investment account, as seen in many other countries already, would be a more decisive move for strengthening private pension provision," Boschan asserts. Vienna Stock Exchange 2025: facts and figures Equity turnover comparison Top performers prime market 2025** Most traded shares 2025*** Strongest trading days 2025 2025:EUR 70.9 billion* FREQUENTIS AG+163.20% Erste Group Bank AGEUR 16.26 billion 24 NovemberEUR 1.21 billion 2024:EUR 64.18 billion AT&S Austria Tech. & Systemtech+159.70% OMV AGEUR 9.47 billion 21 MarchEUR 1.08 billion 2023:EUR 54.48 billion VIENNA INSURANCE GROUP AG+115.82% BAWAG Group AGEUR 6.94 billion 19 SeptemberEUR 1.02 billion *forecast as of 22 December 2025**as of close of trading on 29 December 2025***as of close of trading on 22 December 2025 Info graphics for download

LSEG announces it has purchased the following number of its ordinary shares of 679/86 pence each from Citigroup Global Markets Limited ("Citi") on the London Stock Exchange as part of its share buyback programme, as announced on 04 November 2025. Date of purchase: 29 December 2025 Aggregate number of ordinary shares purchased: 60,000 Lowest price paid per share: 8,868.00p Highest price paid per share: 8,960.00p Average price paid per share: 8,923.43p   LSEG intends to cancel all of the purchased shares. Following the cancellation of the repurchased shares, LSEG has 510,502,075 ordinary shares of 679/86 pence each in issue (excluding treasury shares) and holds 21,451,599 of its ordinary shares of 679/86 pence each in treasury. Therefore, the total voting rights in the Company will be 510,502,075. This figure for the total number of voting rights may be used by shareholders (and others with notification obligations) as the denominator for the calculation by which they will determine if they are required to notify their interest in, or a change to their interest in, the Company under the FCA's Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules. In accordance with Article 5(1)(b) of Regulation (EU) No 596/2014 (the Market Abuse Regulation) (as such legislation forms part of retained EU law as defined in the European Union (Withdrawal) Act 2018, as implemented, retained, amended, extended, re-enacted or otherwise given effect in the United Kingdom from 1 January 2021 and as amended or supplemented in the United Kingdom thereafter), a full breakdown of the individual purchases by Citi on behalf of the Company as part of the buyback programme can be found at: http://www.rns-pdf.londonstockexchange.com/rns/0436N_1-2025-12-29.pdf This announcement does not constitute, or form part of, an offer or any solicitation of an offer for securities in any jurisdiction. Schedule of Purchases Shares purchased:       60,000 (ISIN: GB00B0SWJX34) Date of purchases:      29 December 2025 Investment firm:         Citi Aggregate information: Venue Volume-weighted average price Aggregated volume Lowest price per share Highest price per share London Stock Exchange 8,923.43 60,000 8,868.00 8,960.00 Turquoise        

The Securities and Exchange Commission today announced that Nekia Hackworth Jones, Deputy Director of the Division of Enforcement (Southeast), concluded her tenure with the agency on December 26, 2025. “I am thankful to Nekia for answering the call to return to public service and for her leadership in the Division of Enforcement,” said SEC Division of Enforcement Director Margaret A. Ryan. “She has shown deep commitment to her colleagues, the Division, and the Commission, all motivated by her passion for protecting investors. We deeply appreciate her contributions to the agency’s mission and wish her the best.” Ms. Jones said, “Serving at the SEC for almost five years has been a pleasure and a privilege. As both Atlanta Regional Director and Deputy Director overseeing the Home Office and the Atlanta and Miami regional offices, I have seen colleagues across this agency show a relentless commitment to protecting investors, impeccable judgment in carrying out the agency’s mission, and tremendous expertise in every aspect of the securities industry. This agency and its exceptional staff are a shining example of public service. I owe a debt of gratitude to Chairman Paul Atkins, former Acting Chairman Mark Uyeda, and current and former Directors of the Divisions of Enforcement and Examinations for entrusting me with this remarkable opportunity to help protect investors and the markets.” In April 2025, Ms. Jones was appointed to serve as the Deputy Director of the Division of Enforcement (Southeast). In that role, she supervised the agency’s enforcement investigations and litigations across the Washington, D.C., Atlanta and Miami offices. Prior to that national role, Ms. Jones served as the Regional Director of the Atlanta Regional Office from March 2021 through April 2025. As Regional Director, she supervised more than 100 attorneys, accountants, analysts, securities compliance examiners, and other staff, and she led the regional examinations and enforcement programs covering Alabama, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee. Before joining the SEC, Ms. Jones spent nearly a decade with the Department of Justice including as an Assistant United States Attorney in the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Georgia. She also served as Senior Counsel to the Deputy Attorney General and later as Associate Deputy Attorney General and Executive Director of the Financial Fraud Enforcement Task Force. Ms. Jones clerked for the Honorable Sterling Johnson, Jr., of the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York. Ms. Jones received her bachelor’s degree cum laude in business administration from Emory University, and her juris doctorate and MBA degrees from Harvard University.

CFTC's Weekly Swaps Report has been updated, and is now available: http://www.cftc.gov/MarketReports/SwapsReports/index.htm.Additional information on the Weekly Swaps Report. Archive Explanatory Notes Swaps Report Data Dictionary Release Schedule Released: Weekly on Mondays at 3:30 p.m.

The Securities and Exchange Commission today announced that Cicely LaMothe, Deputy Director of the Division of Corporation Finance, has retired from the agency. “Cicely has gone above and beyond the call of duty over the past twenty-four years to serve the public in her many critical roles in the Division of Corporation Finance,” said Jim Moloney, Director of the Division of Corporation Finance. “Throughout her tenure she has contributed her passion, commitment, and accounting expertise to support our mission – to ensure investors have the information they need to make informed decisions. She will be sorely missed, and we wish her all the best on her next chapter.” Ms. LaMothe joined the Division of Corporation Finance in 2002 and has served in multiple senior leadership positions, including Program Director of the Disclosure Review Program, Associate Director of the Office of Assessment and Continuous Improvement, and Associate Director of Disclosure Operations before being named Deputy Director for Disclosure Operations in 2022. She served as Acting Director until Jim Moloney was appointed Director on September 30, 2025. During Cicely’s tenure she: Increased regulatory transparency through the issuance of external guidance, including 25+ new and updated Compliance and Disclosure Interpretations (covering clawbacks, deSPACs, Rule 10b5-1, etc.), Staff Legal Bulletin 14M clarifying views on the application of Rule 14a-8, and seven CF Staff Statements on rapidly evolving crypto-related matters (liquid staking, stablecoins, mining activities, meme coins, crypto ETPs). Drove policy recommendations to the Commission regarding the acceleration of registration statements with mandatory arbitration provisions as well as Concept Releases covering both Foreign Private Issuers and Asset-Backed Securities. Expanded accommodations for companies submitting draft registration statements to promote capital formation. Advanced key improvements in the division’s approach on the reviews of public company disclosures that modernize and enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of regulatory oversight. “After more than two decades at the SEC, I depart with a deep sense of honor and gratitude for the opportunity to serve the American public. The work has been incredibly challenging and rewarding, and I have learned immensely from the dedicated individuals who commit themselves daily to this critical mission. To my colleagues, your integrity and, more importantly, your friendship, has been my true inspiration and constant motivation,” said Ms. LaMothe. Before coming to the SEC, Ms. LaMothe worked for six years in the private sector, including as the financial reporting manager for a public company and with a national accounting firm. Ms. LaMothe earned her bachelor’s degree in accounting from Hampton University and is a licensed Certified Public Accountant.

The Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) has withdrawn the restriction notices prohibiting three brokers from disposing of or dealing with proceeds or assets in their client accounts linked to disclosure of false or misleading information in Hua Han Health Industry Holdings Limited’s (Hua Han) financial statements (Notes 1 and 2). The three brokers are: Changjiang Securities Brokerage (HK) Limited; Haitong International Securities Company Limited; and Kingston Securities Limited. The restriction notices were issued to preserve assets held by two former top executives of Hua Han, Zhang Yue and Deng Jie, in accounts that their investment vehicle Bull’s-Eye Limited (BEL) maintained with the three brokers (Note 3). The SFC took the step after its investigation uncovered misappropriation of proceeds from the fundraising activities of Hua Han and discovered part of the misappropriated proceeds were deposited into BEL’s accounts with the brokers. The withdrawal of the restriction notices was made after the successful prosecution by the Commercial Crime Bureau of the Police, following a referral by the SFC, against Hua Han’s former financial controller and company secretary for money laundering of the misappropriated proceeds (Note 3).  The withdrawal would enable the liquidators of BEL, which is currently under liquidation, to return the restricted assets to affected parties (Note 4). The three brokers are not subjects of the SFC’s investigation and the restriction notices did not affect their operations or their other clients. Notes: The restriction notices were issued under sections 204 and 205 of the Securities and Futures Ordinance (SFO).  For more details, please see the SFC’s press release dated 15 February 2019. Hua Han (stock code 0587) was listed on the Main Board of The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited on 10 December 2002 and subsequently delisted on 16 December 2020. For more details of the prosecution by the Commercial Crime Bureau, please see the SFC’s press release dated 22 October 2025. The joint liquidators, Kroll Advisory (BVI) Limited and Kroll (HK) Limited, will take possession and control of the assets in BEL’s accounts after the withdrawal of the restriction notices, pursuant to a High Court order recognising the appointment of BEL’s joint liquidators (Case Number: HCMP 1891/2024).

Shanghai Futures Exchange (the Exchange) recently received the application from Shanghai Hengyang International Trading Limited for cancellation of membership. According to the Membership Management Rules of the Shanghai Futures Exchange and the related business rules, the application is approved by the Exchange.

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ETFGI, a leading independent research and consultancy firm renowned for its expertise in subscription research, consulting services, events, and ETF TV on global ETF industry trends, reported today that assets invested in Thematic ETFs listed globally have increased by 49.6% in the first 11 months of 2025. At the end of November US$467.93 billion was invested in the Thematic ETFs listed globally, according to ETFGI’s November 2025 ETF Thematic industry landscape insights report, an annual paid-for research subscription service.  (All dollar values in USD unless otherwise noted.) Highlights Thematic ETF assets surged 49.6% year-to-date in 2025, rising from $312.83 billion at the end of 2024 to $467.93 billion. At the end of November 2025, global assets in Thematic ETFs stood at $467.93 billion, slightly below the record high of $476.42 billion reached in October 2025. Net inflows totaled $8.17 billion in November 2025. Year-to-date net inflows of $69.63 billion represent the second-highest on record, following $88.27 billion in 2021, with $46.11 billion in 2020 ranking third. November marked the 12th consecutive month of net inflows. iShares leads the global thematic ETF market with assets of $74.40 billion, representing a 15.9% market share. Mirae Asset ranks second with $47.00 billion (10.0% share), followed by First Trust at $30.03 billion (6.4% share). Collectively, the top three providers—out of 286—account for 32.4% of global thematic ETF assets, while the remaining 283 providers each hold less than 5% market share. “The S&P 500 rose 0.25% in November and is up 17.81% year-to-date. Developed markets excluding the U.S. gained 0.73% in November and are up 30.79% in 2025, with Luxembourg (+9.82%) and Ireland (+8.05%) posting the largest monthly increases. Emerging markets declined 1.69% in November but remain up 22.40% year-to-date, while Saudi Arabia (-8.57%) and the United Arab Emirates (-6.05%) recorded the largest monthly decreases,” according to Deborah Fuhr, Managing Partner, Founder, and Owner of ETFGI. Growth in assets in the Thematic ETFs listed globally as of end of November The first Thematic ETF was listed in 2001, at the end of November there were 1,679 ETFs, with 3,163 listings, assets of $467.93 Bn, from 286 providers listed on 54 exchanges in 42 countries. During November, 15 new Thematic ETFs were launched. Technology and Climate Change themes lead in assets and inflows, together accounting for nearly half of total thematic ETF assets. Healthcare shows strong YTD inflows ($9.96 billion) despite relatively smaller asset size. Resources Management is the only theme with negative inflows in November, indicating investor rotation away from this segment. Overall industry momentum remains strong, with $69.63 billion YTD inflows, the second-highest on record. During November, 15 new Thematic ETFs were launched. Substantial inflows can be attributed to the top 20 ETFs by net new assets, which collectively gathered$6.71 Bn, during November. iShares AI Innovation and Tech Active ETF (BAI US) gathered $726.07 Mn, the largest individual net inflow. Top 20 Thematic ETFs/ETPs by net new assets November 2025 Name Ticker Assets ($ Mn) Nov-25 NNA ($ Mn) YTD-25 NNA ($ Mn) Nov-25 iShares AI Innovation and Tech Active ETF BAI US         7,992.45              7,216.60              726.07 Amundi MSCI World Screened UCITS ETF WLSC FP            730.10                 716.59              715.56 AXA IM MSCI World Equity PAB UCITS ETF AWDU IM         1,355.54              1,044.79              553.96 GF CSI HK Connect Financials ex Banks Thematic ETF 513750 CH         3,508.63              3,271.43              456.48 China Universal CNI HK Connect Innovative Drug ETF 159570 CH         3,405.73              3,091.52              447.82 ChinaAMC CSI Robot ETF 562500 CH         3,401.49              2,620.44              388.09 China Southern ChiNext Artificial Intelligence ETF 159382 CH            405.56                 397.80              358.24 iShares U.S. Thematic Rotation Active ETF THRO US         6,923.86              6,212.70              356.35 Global X Uranium ETF URA US         5,209.90                 185.24              343.77 First Trust NASDAQ Clean Edge Smart Grid Infrastructure Index Fund GRID US         4,882.69              2,204.87              328.19 UPAMC Global Innovation Active ETF 00988A TT            293.05                 293.05              293.05 GF CSI Hong Kong Brand Name Drug ETF QDII 513120 CH         3,573.10              1,526.84              256.88 ChinaAMC CSI Science and Technology Innovation Board 50 ETF 588000 CH       10,143.66             (6,550.05)              222.97 CSI Power Grid Equipment Theme ETF 159326 CH            293.23                 280.20              218.95 ARK Innovation ETF ARKK US         7,742.63                (811.21)              189.50 Mirae Asset TIGER Korea AI Electrical Power Equipment TOP3 Plus ETF 0117V0 KS            245.66                 252.50              174.47 iShares Global Infrastructure ETF IGF US         8,964.02              2,751.66              173.03 VanEck Uranium + Nuclear Energy ETF NLR US         3,602.91              2,218.70              171.94 Fidelity Global Equity Research Enhanced PAB UCITS ETF FRPG GY            216.60                 214.36              166.35 Yinhua CSI Brand Name Drug Industry ETF 159992 CH         1,873.66                 114.07              165.14

LSEG announces it has purchased the following number of its ordinary shares of 679/86 pence each from Citigroup Global Markets Limited ("Citi") on the London Stock Exchange as part of its share buyback programme, as announced on 04 November 2025. Date of purchase: 24 December 2025 Aggregate number of ordinary shares purchased: 35,000 Lowest price paid per share: 8,864.00p Highest price paid per share: 8,926.00p Average price paid per share: 8,901.46p   LSEG intends to cancel all of the purchased shares. Following the cancellation of the repurchased shares, LSEG has 510,562,075 ordinary shares of 679/86 pence each in issue (excluding treasury shares) and holds 21,451,599 of its ordinary shares of 679/86 pence each in treasury. Therefore, the total voting rights in the Company will be 510,562,075. This figure for the total number of voting rights may be used by shareholders (and others with notification obligations) as the denominator for the calculation by which they will determine if they are required to notify their interest in, or a change to their interest in, the Company under the FCA's Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules. In accordance with Article 5(1)(b) of Regulation (EU) No 596/2014 (the Market Abuse Regulation) (as such legislation forms part of retained EU law as defined in the European Union (Withdrawal) Act 2018, as implemented, retained, amended, extended, re-enacted or otherwise given effect in the United Kingdom from 1 January 2021 and as amended or supplemented in the United Kingdom thereafter), a full breakdown of the individual purchases by Citi on behalf of the Company as part of the buyback programme can be found at: http://www.rns-pdf.londonstockexchange.com/rns/8811M_1-2025-12-24.pdf This announcement does not constitute, or form part of, an offer or any solicitation of an offer for securities in any jurisdiction. Schedule of Purchases Shares purchased:       35,000 (ISIN: GB00B0SWJX34) Date of purchases:      24 December 2025 Investment firm:         Citi Aggregate information: Venue Volume-weighted average price Aggregated volume Lowest price per share Highest price per share London Stock Exchange 8,901.46 35,000 8,864.00 8,926.00 Turquoise        

Dr. Rasha Dayyat, Director of the Planning and Institutional Development Department at the Amman Stock Exchange (ASE), participated in educational and introductory lectures to students of the College of Business, majoring in Accounting, Financial Technology, and Business Intelligence at Middle East University, on Sunday, 21/12/2025. During the lectures, Dr. Dayyat reviewed several key topics, most notably the analysis of financial statements and data, in addition to the mechanism adopted by the ASE in preparing, designing, analyzing and publishing financial statements, and highlighted the importance of this process in supporting investment decision-makers and providing them with accurate and transparent information. This participation comes within the framework of the ASE’s policy and social responsibility, and its keenness to strengthen its partnership with universities and higher education institutions, and to spread knowledge and investment culture related to the Jordanian capital market, and to link the theoretical concepts with practical application for students of financial specializations At the end of the lecture, Dr.  Dayyat answered questions and inquiries from students and faculty members about various topics related to Jordanian capital market institutions in general, and the ASE in particular.

Tamin Pharmaceutical Investment Company (TPICO)’s executives joined Tehran Securities Exchange’s opening bell ceremony on Sunday 28th December 2025. Mohammad Naderi Alizadeh, CEO of TPICO (pharmaceutical), expressing appreciation to Tehran Securities Exchange (TSE) for organizing the commemorative event, stated: “Tamin Pharmaceutical Investment Company (TPICO) is the nation’s largest pharmaceutical holding group, established in 2003 and notably listed at TSE in 2014 and currently accounts for more than IRR 470,000 billion of the exchange’s total market capitalization. The CEO emphasized that greater public understanding of the capital market would facilitate industrial financing, broaden retail savings mobilization, and boost employment. Naderi Alizadeh identified public trust as the cornerstone of market vitality, underscoring that sustaining investor confidence hinges on regulatory stability, avoidance of abrupt rules changes, transparency, and robust investor protection. TPICO is the largest entity in the production of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs) in Iran, overseeing the management and ownership of 27 companies active across the pharmaceutical value chain, including manufacturing, distribution, and marketing, effectively forming a comprehensive domestic medicine supply ecosystem. The companies within this group strive to ensure the availability of high-quality, accessible medicines for the public by leveraging innovative approaches, state-of-the-art global knowledge and technology, and highly competent human capital. With a diversified product portfolio and pharmaceutical exports to more than 40 countries, TPICO plays a pivotal role in ensuring sustainable access to medicines in Iran. Its strategic emphasis on innovation, research and development, and international partnerships has firmly established the holding as a key player in the national pharmaceutical industry.

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MIAX Options and MIAX Emerald Options will change the maximum valid bid/ask differentials for certain symbols traded on the Exchanges. The changes to the extended quote width requirements will begin on Friday, January 2, 2026, and remain in effect through Tuesday, March 31, 2026, unless withdrawn by the Exchanges before that time.For additional information on the expanded bid/ask differentials, please refer to the following Regulatory Circulars: MIAX Options RC 2025-104 MIAX Emerald Options RC 2025-103

DFM will be closed on Thursday, January 1, 2026, for New Year's Day. We will resume normal business hours on Friday, January 2, 2026.