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ADR Overview

ALK-Abelló A/S (“ALK”) established a sponsored Level I American Depositary Receipt (ADR) programme with Deutsche Bank Trust Company Americas (Deutsche Bank).

Ticker: AKABY
Structure: Level I ADR
Exchange: OTC
Ratio (ADR:ORD) : 5 ADRs : 1 ORD
DR ISIN : US0016281067
CUSIP: 001628 106

Contact details for ADR investors and brokers:

Deutsche Bank ADR broker services desks
New York: Tel +1 212 250 9100
London: +44 207 547 6500

Contact details for registered ADR holders:

Deutsche Bank Shareholder Services
American Stock Transfer & Trust Company
Operations Center
6201 15th Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11219

Email: DB@astfinancial.com

Toll-free number: (866) 249-2593
Direct Dial: +1 (718) 921 8137

The Company’s ADR programme is sponsored by Deutsche Bank. As the Depositary bank Deutsche Bank performs the following roles for ADR holders:

  • Records and maintains the register of ADR holders
  • Is the stock transfer agent
  • Distributes dividends in US dollars (if applicable)
  • Facilitates the proxy voting process and exercises the voting rights on behalf of ADR holders (if applicable)
  • Issues and cancels ALK ADRs
  • Can distribute company circulars and Annual General Meeting documentation (if applicable)

For those holders which are not registered because their shares are held through a ‘Street name’ (nominee account), your nominee will receive company documents from time to time from Deutsche Bank to distribute to ADR holders. You need to make arrangements with your nominee if you wish to receive such documents and to be able to exercise your vote through the depositary bank at general meetings (if applicable).

 

ADR FAQs

The following information does not contain all information that may be important to you. For more complete information, we highly recommend that you read the entire deposit agreement and the form of American Depositary Receipt, which contains the American Depositary Shares terms.

 
 
What is an American Depositary Receipt (ADR)?

ADRs are a negotiable US dollar denominated certificate representing ownership of shares in a non-US company. ALK ADRs represent ALK’s ordinary shares deposited with the depositary bank, to underlie such certificates and carry the rights attached to them as detailed in the Depositary Agreement. Holders of ADRs receive dividends in US dollars (if applicable) and have the right to vote on shareholders resolutions. The term ADR and ADS are often used interchangeably. ADRs were specifically designed to facilitate the purchase, holding and sale of non-US securities by US investors.

What is an ADR ratio?

This is the relation between the number of ADRs and the number of ordinary shares. Every 1 ordinary ALK share represents 5 ALK ADRs.

What are the benefits of ADRs to US investors?

US investors may prefer to purchase ADRs rather than ordinary shares in the issuer’s home market because ADRs trade, clear and settle according to US market conventions. One of ADRs’ top advantages is the facilitated diversification into foreign securities. ADRs also allow easy comparison to securities of similar companies as well as access to price and trading information.

Why did you establish an ADR programme?

ALK established the ADR programme to make it easier for US investors to buy the ALK share. Trading ADRs simplifies foreign investments for US investors as administrative costs are reduced and capital gains are realised in US dollars.

What effect do you expect the ADR programme to have on your shareholder base?

We hope that the ADR programme encourages US investors to buy shares in ALK as it will now be easier for them to do so.

What types of companies issue ADRs?

ADR issuers are typically large multinational corporations. Any non-US company seeking to raise capital in the USA or increase their base of US investor can issue ADRs.

Is it easy to get information and updates on ALK?

Information is widely available on ALK’s website:

http://ir.alk-abello.com/

Trading information is readily available on the Depositary bank’s website:

https://www.adr.db.com/drweb/dr_universe_type_e.html

Where are ALK ADRs traded?

ALK ADRs are traded Over-the-counter (OTC)

What is the OTC market?

The OTC market is a decentralised market of securities that are not listed on a stock exchange. Trading on the OTC market occurs via a network of dealers who carry inventories of securities to facilitate the buy and sell orders of investors.

Who is ALK's depositary for ADRs?

Deutsche Bank Trust Company Americas. The depositary bank plays a key role in issuance as well as cancellation of ADRs. It also maintains the ADR holder register, distributes the dividends in US dollars (if applicable) and facilitates the exercise by the ADRs holders of their voting rights (if applicable).

What currency are ALK ADRs denominated in?

ALK ADRs are denominated in US dollars.

Are you issuing extra shares of ALK? Does the ADR programme increase ALK's share capital?

No, this is not a share issue and the ADR programme does not increase ALK’s share capital. The share capital will remain the same as prior to the launch of the ADR programme.

What is the difference between a Registered ADR holder and a Beneficial ADR holder?

A registered holder is one whose name appears on the books of the depositary bank. The registered holder is considered the owner of record. A beneficial holder is one whose holdings are registered in a name other than their own, such as in the name of a broker, bank or nominee.

How do I convert my ordinary shares into ADRs?

Converting ordinary shares into ADRs must be done through a broker investment advisor or for registered holders through Deutsche Bank Trust Company Americas. You can contact Deutsche Bank broker services desk on +1 212 250 9100 or +44 207 547 6500.

How may I check how many ADRs I hold?

If you do not hold via a broker, bank or nominee, please contact our transfer agent:

Deutsche Bank Shareholder Services
American Stock Transfer & Trust Company
6201 15th Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11219

Email: DB@amstock.com

Toll-free number: +1 800 937-5449

Direct Dial: +1 718 921 8124

To receive your ALK Annual Report, or other shareholder or company information please contact Investors Relations via ALK’s website

http://ir.alk-abello.com/

How may I find out corporate action information on ALK?

For corporate action information, please visit:

www.adr.db.com

Search for ALK and then select Corporate Actions tab. Alternatively you may contact Deutsche Bank Trust Company Americas Shareholder Services on toll-free number +1 866 706 0509 or Direct Dial: +1 718 921 8137.

How do I obtain historical share prices of ALK's ADRs, for the purpose of completing my tax return?

Historical share prices for ALK’s ADRs can be found on Deutsche Bank's website https://www.adr.db.com/drweb/dr_universe_type_e.html

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