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BAWAG Group: Acquisition of Barclays Consumer Bank Europe successfully completed

1. BAWAG Group acquires Barclays Consumer Bank Europe, enhancing its retail presence. 2. Transaction approved after regulatory checks; operations continue under the Barclays brand. 3. Customer products remain unchanged; rebranding planned for 2026. 4. Barclays Consumer Bank operates successfully in Germany for over 30 years. 5. BAWAG aims for growth in the DACH/NL region through this acquisition.

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The acquisition strengthens BAWAG’s market position, potentially increasing BCS share value.

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The acquisition is significant for BAWAG's growth strategy and retail footprint expansion.

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Growth dynamics post-acquisition may enhance revenue in future quarters.

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February 03, 2025 02:30 ET  | Source: BAWAG Group AG VIENNA, Austria – February 3, 2025 – Following the receipt of regulatory approvals as announced on 9th of January, BAWAG Group today announces the successful acquisition of the Hamburg-based Barclays Consumer Bank Europe from Barclays Bank Ireland PLC. BAWAG Group will work with the current leadership team to continue growing its Retail business in Germany and the broader DACH/NL region. During a transitional period, the business will continue to operate under the Barclays brand, with rebranding expected to be unveiled in 2026. At present, there are no changes for customers: both the products and their associated terms and conditions remain unaffected following the completion of the transaction. BAWAG Group will report FY 2024 results on March 4, 2025 and will host an Investor Day on the same day. About Barclays Consumer Bank Europe Barclays Consumer Bank Europe has been operating successfully in Germany for more than 30 years and is one of the leading providers of credit cards with a genuine credit function. The company’s other business areas include consumer loans, installment purchase financing via the online retailer Amazon and overnight money accounts. Further information can be found at www.barclays.de. About BAWAG Group BAWAG Group AG is a publicly listed holding company headquartered in Vienna, Austria, serving 2.5 million retail, small business, corporate, real estate and public sector customers across Austria, Germany, Switzerland, Netherlands, Western Europe, and the United States. The Group operates under various brands and across multiple channels offering comprehensive savings, payment, lending, leasing, investment, building society, factoring and insurance products and services. Our goal is to deliver simple, transparent, and affordable financial products and services that our customers need. BAWAG Group’s Investor Relations website https://www.bawaggroup.com/ir contains further information, including financial and other information for investors. Forward looking statement This release contains “forward-looking statements” regarding the financial condition, results of operations, business plans and future performance of BAWAG Group. Words such as “anticipates,” “believes,” “estimates,” “expects,” “forecasts,” “intends,” “plans,” “projects,” “may,” “will,” “should,” “would,” “could” and other similar expressions are intended to identify these forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements reflect management’s expectations as of the date hereof and are subject to risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially from those projected. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, economic conditions, the regulatory environment, loan concentrations, vendors, employees, technology, competition, and interest rates. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on the forward-looking statements as actual results may differ materially from the results predicted. Neither BAWAG Group nor any of its affiliates, advisors or representatives shall have any liability whatsoever (in negligence or otherwise) for any loss howsoever arising from any use of this report or its content or otherwise arising in connection with this document. This report does not constitute an offer or invitation to purchase or subscribe for any securities and neither it nor any part of it shall form the basis of or be relied upon in connection with any contract or commitment whatsoever. This statement is included for the express purpose of invoking “safe harbor provisions”. Contact: Media:Manfred Rapolter (Head of Corporate Communications and Social Engagement)Tel: +43 (0) 5 99 05-31210E-mail: communications@bawaggroup.com This text can also be downloaded from our website: https://www.bawaggroup.com

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