Umicore - Transparency notification by Groupe Bruxelles Lambert S.A.

Core Viewpoint - Groupe Bruxelles Lambert S.A. has notified Umicore that it has crossed the legal threshold of 3% for direct voting rights downwards, resulting in a total holding of 0.00% as of 25 February 2026 [2][9]. Group 1: Notification Details - The notification indicates that the threshold for direct voting rights was crossed downwards on 25 February 2026, with a total of 0.00% direct voting rights and equivalent financial instruments after the transaction [3][9]. - The notification was made on the same date, 25 February 2026, and the denominator for the calculation of voting rights is 246,400,000 [9]. Group 2: Company Overview - Umicore is a global advanced materials and recycling group, focusing on transforming precious and critical metals into functional technologies for everyday applications [6]. - The company operates four business groups: Catalysis, Recycling, Specialty Materials, and Battery Materials Solutions, addressing resource scarcity and the demand for clean technologies [7]. - In 2025, Umicore generated revenues of €3.6 billion (turnover of €19.4 billion), with a significant focus on clean mobility and recycling [8].