Ad Hoc Publicity: Investigation Of SWX Swiss Exchange Against Jelmoli Holding AG

The SWX Swiss Exchange has instituted an investigation against Jelmoli Holding AG regarding a possible violation of Art. 72 of the Listing Rules as well as the Directive on Ad hoc Publicity. The preliminary investigation conducted by the SWX has revealed that the aforementioned rules may have been violated in connection with the sale of the company’s real estate portfolio. The duration of these investigative proceedings has not been determined. SWX will announce the ultimate results, but will not provide any further information concerning the ongoing proceedings.