Report on Post-Balance Sheet Date Events

On March 2, 2026, the Executive Board has resolved – with the approval of the Supervisory Board – to buy back shares in the company over the next 2 years in an amount of up to €750 million. 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.