TMX Group Limited Normal Course Issuer Bid Approved

Executive Summary

• TMX Group announced that its NCIB has been accepted, authorizing the purchase of up to 2,800,000 common shares (≈1% of outstanding shares).
• Purchases may begin on February 27 2026 and run through February 26 2027, with daily limits of 155,315 shares (25% of average daily volume).
• All repurchased shares will be cancelled, representing a capital return to shareholders and an indication of confidence in the company’s valuation.

Key Details

• Maximum Shares: Up to 2,800,000 common shares (≈1% of 278,232,220 outstanding as of Feb 20 2026).
• Daily Purchase Limit: 155,315 shares per trading day (25% of the six‑month average daily volume of 621,261 shares).
• Purchase Window: Commences Feb 27 2026; terminates Feb 26 2027 or earlier if the full amount is purchased.
• Pricing: Purchases will be made at the prevailing market price on the day of acquisition.
• Execution: All purchases to be effected through TSX facilities in accordance with TSX rules.
• Share Cancellation: Every repurchased share will be cancelled, reducing total shares outstanding.
• Broker Arrangement: Pre‑defined plan with designated broker allows repurchases during periods when TMX would otherwise be under trading blackout or insider restrictions.
• Capital Allocation Rationale: TMX believes the NCIB provides an appropriate use of available funds and a mechanism for returning capital to shareholders.

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