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ect security(ies) and subject

company(ies). I also certify that no part of my compensation was, is, or will be, directly or indirectly, related to the specific recommendations or views expressed

in this research report.

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Investment Recommendation Record

(Article 3(1)e and Article 7 of MAR)

Recommendation Published July 1, 2026 11:06 A.M.

Recommendation Distributed July 1, 2026 11:06 A.M.

Explanation of Jefferies Ratings

Buy - Describes securities that we expect to provide a total return (price appreciation plus yield) of 15% or more within a 12-month period.

Hold - Describes securities that we expect to provide a total return (price appreciation plus yield) of plus 15% or minus 10% within a 12-month period.

Underperform - Describes securities that we expect to provide a total return (price appreciation plus yield) of minus 10% or less within a 12-month period.

The expected total return (price appreciation plus yield) for Buy rated securities with an average security price consistently below $10 is 20% or more within a 12-

month period as these companies are typically more volatile than the overall stock market. For Hold rated securities with an average security price consistently