BLK Investor Relations Policy

BLK Investor Relations Policy

  • 1. Purpose: This policy outlines the principles and procedures governing BLK Global PLC's (the "Company") investor relations activities.
  • The Company seeks to communicate with the investment community in a manner that is clear, consistent and in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Nothing in this policy shall be interpreted as creating an obligation to disclose information beyond that required under the applicable law or regulation.
  • 2. Core Principles: The Company aims to:
  • Transparency and Fairness: Provide information that is accurate and not misleading, seeking to avoid selective disclosure, subject to applicable legal and regulatory requirements.
  • Timeliness: Disclose material information in a timely manner where required under the applicable laws, regulations or listing rules.
  • Consistency: Ensure that communications are aligned with the Company's publicly disclosed information and approved messaging.
  • Compliance: Conduct all investor relations activities in accordance with applicable securities laws, regulations and market rules.
  • 2A. Purpose of Market Admission: The Company's admission to trading on any stock exchange, multilateral trading facility or public market is intended solely to facilitate transparency, market price discovery, liquidity and the establishment of a publicly observable reference price for existing shareholders and stakeholders. The existence of a public market for the Company's shares shall not be construed as an endorsement by the Company of any investment in its securities, nor as evidence that an investment in the Company's securities is suitable for any particular person. The Company, its directors, officers, employees and representatives do not provide investment advice and do not recommend or endorse the purchase, sale or holding of the Company's securities. Any person or entity acquiring, holding or disposing of securities in the Company does so entirely at their own initiative, discretion and risk. Such persons are expected to conduct their own independent investigation and assessment of the Company and to obtain such legal, financial, tax, regulatory, accounting and other professional advice as they consider appropriate before making any investment decision. The Company does not accept responsibility for any investment decision made by any person or entity and, to the fullest extent permitted by law, excludes any liability arising from or relating to any reliance upon information communicated through investor relations activities or any other communication channel, except to the extent liability cannot lawfully be excluded.
  • 3. Disclosure of Material Information: "Material information" refers to information that the Company reasonably believes a typical investor would consider important for making an investment decision. The determination of whether information is material involves judgment and will be made by senior management, in consultation with relevant advisers, where appropriate. Where required, inside information will be disclosed in accordance with applicable market abuse and disclosure regulations, including Regulation (EU) No 596/2014 (as applicable).
  • The Company may disclose information through channels including but not limited to:
  • a. regulatory filings;
  • b. press releases
  • c. the Company's website
  • The Company does not undertake to update or revise any information previously disclosed, except where required by applicable legislation.
  • 4. Communication Channels: The Company may communicate with investors and the market through: Press releases, Regulatory filings, Company website (investor relations section), Earnings calls and webcasts Investor conferences and meetings.
  • Information shared in such forums will be based on publicly-available information, unless otherwise permitted under applicable legislation.
  • 5. Authorised Spokespersons: The following individuals are authorised to speak on behalf of the Company to investors, analysts or the media: Chief Executive Officer, Chief Financial Officer, Designated Investor Relations Officer. Other employees may participate in discussions only when accompanied by an authorised spokesperson or with prior written approval.
  • 6. Quiet Periods: The Company may observe quiet periods prior to the release of financial results, during which communications with investors and analysts may be limited. The timing and scope of any quiet period will be determined by the Company at its discretion, and in accordance with applicable legislation.
  • 7. Compliance and Oversight: Senior management is responsible for overseeing compliance with this policy, supported by internal and external advisers, where appropriate. This policy may be updated or modified at any time without prior notice to reflect changes in applicable laws, regulations, or Company practices.
  • 8. Confidentiality and Inside Information: Employees, directors and representatives of the Company are required to maintain the confidentiality of non-public information. The Company seeks to prevent improper disclosure or misuse of inside information, in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
  • 9. Forward-looking Statements: Certain information communicated by the Company may include forward-looking statements, including, without limitation, statements regarding the Company's strategy, plans, objectives, financial condition, performance, prospects and anticipated developments. Such statements are based on current expectations, estimates, projections and management's expectations, based on information available at the time. They involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors, many of which are beyond the Company's control, which may cause actual results, performance or outcomes to differ materially from those expressed or implied in such statements. No representation, or warranty, express or implied, is made by the Company and its officers and directors as to the accuracy, completeness or reasonableness of any such statement. The Company undertakes no obligation to update, revise, or supplement any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by applicable legislation. The Company does not undertake any obligation to correct inaccuracies or omissions in any forward-looking statements, except where required by applicable law.
  • Past results are not indicative of future performance.
  • 10. No Offer or Solicitation: Information provided by the Company, its officers and directors, including on its website and through investor relations communications, is for informational purposes only. Nothing contained in such communications constitutes, or forms part of, and should not be construed as, an offer, invitation or recommendation to buy or sell any securities in the Company in any jurisdiction. Investors deciding to acquire, hold or dispose of securities in the Company do so entirely at their own initiative, discretion and risk, and shall be solely responsible for conducting their own due diligence and obtaining the necessary financial and professional advice, prior to making any investment decision. Nothing in the Company's investor relations activities shall be construed as creating any advisory, fiduciary, agency or similar relationship between the Company and any recipient of the information.
  • 10A. United States Securities Law Disclaimer: The Company's securities have not been and will not be registered under the United States Securities Act of 1933, as amended. Nothing contained in any investor relations communication is intended to constitute an offer, solicitation or sale of securities in the United States or to any U.S. Person (as defined under applicable United States securities laws). Any access to investor relations materials from the United States is undertaken on the recipient's own initiative and responsibility.
  • 11. No Reliance: Information provided by the Company is for general informational purposes only and may not have been independently verified. No representation or warranty, express or implied, is made as to the fairness, accuracy, completeness or correctness of such information, and no reliance should be placed upon it. To the fullest extent permitted by law, neither the Company, nor any of its directors, officers, employees or advisers accept any liability whatsoever for any loss arising directly or indirectly from the use of, or reliance upon, any such information. Investors are solely responsible for forming their own views and conclusions, should conduct their own independent analysis and seek appropriate professional advice, prior to making any investment decision. Any investment decision relating to the Company's securities must be based solely upon the investor's own independent assessment and not upon any expectation, representation (whether written or implied), statement, or communication made by the Company, its directors, officers, employees or advisers, except to the extent expressly required by applicable law. Investors acknowledge that the market price of the Company's securities may fluctuate and that past performance, trading prices, valuations, analyst commentary, market capitalisation or liquidity levels are not indicative of future performance or future market value.
  • 12. Amendments: The Company reserves the right to amend, revise or replace this Policy at any time. Any updated version shall become effective upon publication on the Company's website, unless otherwise specified.
  • 13. Contact Information: For investor inquiries, please contact:
    investors@blk-global.com