Proposals of postponement of the formal resolution for the second dividend installment and unchanged Board fees

Atlas Copco has a robust position in terms of both capital and liquidity. The Board has therefore come to the conclusion, despite the challenging conditions, that the proposed dividend (SEK 7.00) amount will not jeopardize the company’s ability to make the necessary investments and support ongoing operations, including support to our customers and employees.

The Board proposes that the first installment of the dividend (equal to SEK 3.50) will be proposed at the Annual General Meeting on April 23, 2020. The final decision about the proposed second installment (equal to SEK 3.50) will be postponed until the consequences of the corona pandemic can be better assessed. The Board currently intends to provide notice of an Extraordinary General Meeting to take place in due time before the planned second installment, at which this matter will be addressed.

In addition, Atlas Copco’s Nomination Committee has decided to recall its proposal that the Annual General Meeting on April 23, 2020 approves an increase of the Board fees (decision item 11). Instead, the Nomination Committee proposes no change to the Board fees compared to 2019. All other proposals from the Nomination Committee to the annual general meeting remain as presented.

• Sara Liljedal, Media Relations Manager
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• Daniel Althoff, VP Investor Relations
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Atlas Copco Group

Great ideas accelerate innovation. At Atlas Copco we have been turning industrial ideas into business-critical benefits since 1873. By listening to our customers and knowing their needs, we deliver value and innovate with the future in mind.

Atlas Copco is based in Stockholm, Sweden with customers in more than 180 countries and about 39 000 employees at year-end. Revenues of BSEK 104/10 BEUR in 2019.