SWX Indices: Adjustments To The Equity Indices On 2 October 2006

Based on the criteria set out in the index regulations of the SWX Swiss Exchange (rules governing the SMI®, SPI® and SXI® index families), the scheduled index adjustments will be conducted on 29 September 2006 after the market close and take effect as of 2 October 2006.

A provisional list with newly valid outstanding share totals and free float values is accessible at the SWX Website.