Report on Post-balance Sheet Date Events

On February 5, 2024, the Executive Board has resolved – with the approval of the Supervisory Board – to buy back shares in the Company in an amount of up to EUR 500 million. The share buyback program is expected to begin in May 2024 and to be completed by the end of 2024. The Company will announce further details on the share buyback program in accordance with the statutory provisions before the start of the share buyback program. Treasury shares held by the Company will be cancelled to the extent necessary to carry out the share buyback program.