EQS-PVR: Kontron AG: Release according to Article 135, Section 2 BörseG with the objective of Europe-wide distribution

Core Viewpoint - The announcement details a significant change in the voting rights held by The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. in Kontron AG, indicating an increase in their stake and potential influence over the company [3][4]. Group 1: Notification Details - The notification was made after the deadline, highlighting the importance of compliance with major holdings notification rules under BörseG 2018 [2]. - The threshold for voting rights was crossed on January 7, 2026, with Goldman Sachs now holding a total of 4.04% of voting rights in Kontron AG [3]. Group 2: Voting Rights Breakdown - The breakdown of voting rights shows that Goldman Sachs holds 0.49% directly through shares and 3.55% through financial instruments [3][5]. - The total number of voting rights held by Goldman Sachs is 63,568, an increase from the previous notification where they held 3.89% [3][4]. Group 3: Financial Instruments - Goldman Sachs has various financial instruments contributing to their voting rights, including 704 voting rights from securities lending, representing 2.67% [6]. - Additional financial instruments include swaps and call warrants, which contribute an additional 0.88% to their voting rights [7]. Group 4: Shareholder Structure - The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. is not controlled by any other entity and does not control any other undertakings holding interests in Kontron AG [8]. - The detailed chain of controlled undertakings shows various subsidiaries of Goldman Sachs, with the largest direct holdings being 2.33% through Goldman Sachs International [8][9].