Wacker Neuson SE: Release according to Article 40, Section 1 of the WpHG [the German Securities Trading Act] with the objective of Europe-wide distribution

Strategy and source of funds report pursuant to section 43 (1) WpHG

Subsequent to the voting rights notification sent by SWRW Verwaltungs-GmbH to Wacker Neuson SE (issuer) pursuant to Sections 33 et seq. WpHG dated August 23, 2023, SWRW Verwaltungs-GmbH as notifying party pursuant to Section 43 (1) WpHG, which currently holds approximately 14.55% of the voting rights of the issuer, informs in the following about the objectives pursued with the acquisition of the voting rights and the origin of the funds used for the acquisition:

Pursuant to Section 43 (1) of the German Securities Trading Act (WpHG), the notifying party discloses the following:

1.  Objectives of the acquisition of voting rights (Section 43 (1) sentence 3 WpHG):

(a)  The acquisition of voting rights in Wacker Neuson SE by the reporting entity was made in order to implement long-term strategic goals.

(b)  Depending on the stock market price and the general economic situation, the notifying party intends to acquire further voting rights in Wacker Neuson SE within the next twelve months, if applicable, through acquisition or other means.

(c)  The reporting entity seeks to influence the appointment of members to the Executive Board or Supervisory Board of Wacker Neuson SE.

(d)  The reporting entity does not seek to make any material changes to the capital structure of the Company, in particular with regard to the ratio of equity to debt financing and the dividend policy.

2.  On the origin of the funds used to purchase the voting rights (Sec. 43 (1) Sentence 4 WpHG): The reporting person did not use any own or third-party funds to acquire the voting rights. The shares in the company were transferred to the reporting company by the shareholders of the reporting company.

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