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Raisio plc will release its Financial Statements Bulletin for 2024 on Thursday, February 13, 2025, at approximately 8:30 am EET. The report will be accessible on their website. A webcast for analysts, investors, and media, conducted in Finnish by CEO Pasi Flinkman and CFO Mika Saarinen, will occur on the same day at 12:00 EET. The webcast can be viewed via a provided link, and a recording will be available afterward. An English presentation slide-deck will also be available on their website. Raisio focuses on producing plant-based and heart-healthy foods, with brands such as Benecol®, Härkis®, and Elovena®. The company employs around 350 people across seven countries and exports to over 40 markets. Raisio's shares are listed on Nasdaq Helsinki Ltd. In 2023, the company's comparable net sales were EUR 219.5 million, with a comparable EBIT of EUR 22.7 million.

Raisio plc announced the conveyance of its own shares as part of the compensation for the Chairman and Board members, following a decision made at the Annual General Meeting in April 2024. Approximately 20% of their monthly reward is paid in shares, with the rest in cash. On December 17, 2024, Raisio assigned 10,199 free shares (RAIVV) as rewards, valued at EUR 2.165 per share, totaling EUR 22,080.84. After this conveyance, Raisio holds 1,180,659 free shares. Raisio, known for brands like Benecol®, Härkis®, and Elovena®, focuses on producing plant-based and heart-healthy products. The company operates in seven countries, exporting to over 40 markets, and its shares are listed on Nasdaq Helsinki Ltd. In 2023, Raisio's comparable net sales were EUR 219.5 million, with a comparable EBIT of EUR 22.7 million.

Raisio plc announced on December 12, 2024, that its Board of Directors has approved a new share-based incentive plan for key employees. This plan will run from January 1, 2025, to December 31, 2027, with rewards based on the total shareholder return of Raisio free shares. Rewards will be distributed in 2028, partly as free shares and partly in cash to cover taxes. Approximately 25 employees are eligible, with a maximum of 1,000,000 free shares available, including the cash portion. The Board encourages employees to retain a significant portion of their shares until their value equals six months of gross salary. The plan aims to align employee and shareholder interests, enhance company value, and offer competitive rewards. The Board will decide annually on new performance periods and criteria. Raisio is committed to producing healthy, plant-based foods and had net sales of EUR 219.5 million in 2023, with shares listed on Nasdaq Helsinki Ltd.

Raisio Plc's interim report for July-September 2024 shows a 5.4% increase in net sales, reaching EUR 59.1 million. The company's comparable EBITDA was EUR 9.0 million, while EBITDA was EUR 8.1 million. Comparable EBIT stood at EUR 6.5 million, and EBIT was EUR 5.7 million. The cash flow from continuing operations after financial items and taxes was EUR 15.9 million. Earnings per share were EUR 0.03. For January-September 2024, net sales grew by 4.0% to EUR 172.0 million. Comparable EBITDA was EUR 25.7 million, and EBITDA was EUR 23.4 million. Comparable EBIT was EUR 18.2 million, and EBIT was EUR 16.0 million. Cash flow from continuing operations totaled EUR 32.1 million, with earnings per share at EUR 0.09. Raisio's market strategy is progressing, with a focus on growth and efficiency despite economic uncertainties. The company is preparing for increased regulation and upcoming brand anniversaries. Raisio projects its comparable EBIT for 2024 to be at or slightly above the 2023 level of EUR 22.7 million.

Raisio plc reported a manager's transaction involving Anna Haavisto, a closely associated person to Ilkka Haavisto, a member of the Supervisory Board. The transaction, dated July 22, 2024, involved the receipt of shares as a gift, donation, or inheritance. The transaction volume was 96,609 shares with a unit price of 0 EUR. Raisio plc, known for its plant-based and heart-healthy products, operates in over 40 markets and had a comparable net sales of EUR 219.5 million and EBIT of EUR 22.7 million in 2023. Raisio's shares are listed on Nasdaq Helsinki Ltd. For more information, contact Mika Saarinen, CFO, or Sari Koivulehto-Mäkitalo, CLO.