CITIC Securities Co., Ltd.: The company and its Hong Kong subsidiary are operating normally, and all business activities are being conducted in an orderly and compliant manner

The Company has noted recent media reports regarding an investigation by the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) and the Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) into one of its Hong Kong subsidiaries. Upon verification, on March 10, 2026, the SFC and ICAC visited the business premises of the Hong Kong subsidiary with a search warrant and took away some documents. An employee of the Hong Kong subsidiary was questioned by the ICAC. The Company takes this matter very seriously and will continue to closely monitor the progress of this situation.

The Company's board of directors confirms that, as of the date of this announcement, the operations of the Company and its Hong Kong subsidiary are normal, all businesses are operating as usual, and all business activities are being conducted in an orderly and compliant manner