AIMIA ANNOUNCES DUAL LISTING ON JOHANNESBURG STOCK EXCHANGE

Executive Summary

• Aimia Inc. announced a dual listing of its common shares on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) effective February 24, 2026, while retaining its primary listing on the Toronto Stock Exchange.
• The JSE listing (share code “AII”) is intended to enhance liquidity, broaden investor access in South Africa, and position the company for potential acquisitions of controlling interests in public companies.
• No capital raise or change to issued share capital accompanies the secondary listing; preferred shares will continue trading exclusively on the TSX.

Key Details

• Effective Date: February 24, 2026.
• JSE Share Code: “AII”.
• International Identification Number: CA00900Q1037.
• Primary Listing: Remains on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX).
• Capital Structure Impact: No new shares issued; share capital unchanged. Preferred shares stay TSX‑only.
• Strategic Rationale:
• Improves liquidity and accessibility for South African investors.
• Qualifies Aimia for potential investments by South African pension funds.
• Supports future plans to acquire controlling interests in public companies.
• Future Outlook: Company will explore additional listings on other bourses to broaden global investor outreach and potentially improve valuation.

Notable Quotes

“Our decision to become inward listed on the JSE is consistent with our three‑step strategy focused on enhancing shareholder value… Inward listing on the JSE will allow us to enhance liquidity and accessibility for existing investors in South Africa, qualify Aimia for potential investments by South African pension funds in the Company, and facilitate our plans to acquire controlling interests in public companies.” – Rhys Summerton, Executive Chair, Aimia Inc.