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Fisher Investments is an independent, fee-only investment adviser serving clients across three principal business units: US Private Client, Institutional and Private Client International. Together, these groups serve a diverse global client base that includes corporations, public and multi-employer pension funds, foundations and endowments, governments and high net worth families. Fisher Investments was founded in 1979 by Ken Fisher, who served as CEO for 37 years and now serves as Executive Chairman and Co-Chief Investment Officer. Ken wrote the Forbes “Portfolio Strategy” column from 1984 through 2016, making him the longest continuously running columnist in the magazine’s history. He now writes monthly, native language columns in major media organs around the world, spanning more countries and more languages in more total reach than any other, non-syndicated columnist of any type ever. Ken has written 11 books—including 4 New York Times bestsellers—and has regularly appeared on CNBC, Fox Business, Fox News, CNN International, Yahoo Finance, Bloomberg TV, and numerous other financial news outlets. For more information on Fisher Investments, please visit www.fisherinvestments.com. Careers Page: https://www.fisherinvestments.com/en-us/careers Important Disclosures: https://www.fisherinvestments.com/en-us/disclosures Privacy Policy: https://www.fisherinvestments.com/en-us/privacy/employee Community Guidelines: https://www.fisherinvestments.com/en-us/communityguidelines

AllianceBernstein (AB) is a leading global investment management firm that offers diversified investment services to institutional investors, individuals, and private wealth clients in major world markets. We are one of the largest investment management firms in the world, with $899 billion in assets under management as of May 2026. We foster a diverse, connected, collaborative culture that encourages different ways of thinking and differentiated insights. We embrace innovation to address increasingly complex investing challenges. We pursue responsibility throughout our firm—from how we work and act to the solutions we design for clients. AllianceBernstein, L.P. does not transact or advise on any cryptocurrency or related products. In addition, we do not conduct business through Facebook, WhatsApp, or any other social media. Any posts on such sites are fraudulent and have not been made by AllianceBernstein, L.P.

𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗯𝘆 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻 Thornburg is a privately owned, global investment firm delivering active, high-conviction portfolios to institutions, advisors, and investors. Founded in 1982, we specialize in income and global equity strategies—each designed to support long-term goals and deliver alpha—available through institutional strategies, mutual funds, ETFs, closed-end funds, managed accounts, CITs, and UCITS. Social Media Guidelines: https://www.thornburg.com/legal/social-media 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐢𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐫𝐝-𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐲 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭: The views expressed are subject to change and do not necessarily reflect the views of Thornburg Investment Management, Inc. This is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a recommendation or investment advice and is not intended to predict the performance of any investment or market. It should not be construed as advice as to the investing in or the buying or selling of securities, or as an activity in furtherance of a trade in securities. This is not a solicitation or offer for any product or service or an offer or solicitation for the purchase or sale of any financial instrument, product or service sponsored by Thornburg or its affiliates. Nor is it a complete analysis of every material fact concerning any market, industry, or investment. Data has been obtained from sources considered reliable, but Thornburg makes no representations as to the completeness or accuracy of such information and has no obligation to provide updates or changes. Thornburg does not accept any responsibility and cannot be held liable for any person's use of or reliance on the information and opinions contained herein. The views expressed herein may change at any time after the date of this publication. There is no guarantee that any projection, forecast or opinion in this material will be realized. Investments carry risks, including possible loss of principal.