Metall Zug Ag Class BSIX: METN

Half year report 2025

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HALF-YEAR REPORT 2025

KEY FIGURES

At a Glance

Net Sales HY 25

in CHF million

94.2

HY 24: 181.2

181.2

Operating Result (EBIT) HY 25

in CHF million

-12.6

HY 24: 58.5

58.5

Net Sales with Third Pakies by Region HY 25

in %

(13 %)

22 %

(15 %)

29 %

(33 %)

12 %

Net Result HY 25

Cash Flow from Operating Activities HY 25

in CHF million

-5.4

HJ 24: 6.7

in CHF million

-10.3

HY 24: 56.6

Organic Sales Development HY 25

in %

-2.0 %

HY 24: -10.6 %

56.6

94.2

-12.6

HY 1

24

-10.3

HY 1

24

37 %

(39 %)

HY 1

24

HY 1

25

HY 1

25

HY 1

25

Switzerland

Europe (excluding Switzerland) North and South America

Asia / Pacific / Other



(Previous year in brackets)

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IMPRESSUM 3

The First Half of 2025

Dear Shareholders

The first half of 2025 was marked by discussions about US import tariffs as well as escalating geopolitical conflicts and bloc formation around the world. The resulting uncertainties dampened the investment climate and fueled recession risks. The Board of Directors of Metall Zug is not satisfied with the current results. The continued high investments in R&D shall, however, make a positive contribution to the future performance. Despite the existing challenges, Metall Zug made further progress in implementing its strategic goals.

Haag-Streit launches two new developments following the introduction of the Metis surgical microscope: the hybrid-digital slit lamp Elara and the phoropter. Furthermore, the Medical Devices Business Unit and the Gehrig Group recorded growth in order intake compared to the prior-year period. However, this was not yet reflected in sales in the first half of 2025.

Net sales for the Metall Zug Group amounted to CHF 94.2 million in the first half of 2025 (previous year: CHF 181.2 million). The deconsolidation of Belimed Infection Control and Belimed Life Science as of June 7, 2024, led to a decline in sales of CHF -82.1 million. Adjusted for this effect and excluding currency effects of -0.7 %, the organic decline in net sales was a moderate -2.0 %. The main reason was a slow start to the year in the Medical Devices Business Unit with a reduced order backlog.

The operating result (EBIT) came in at CHF -12.6 million (previous year: CHF 58.5 million). EBIT includes the proportional net results of strategic investments in the amount of CHF -5.1 million (previous year: CHF -1.9 million). The previous year contained a one-off gain of CHF 66.6 million from the merger of Belimed and Steelco. Adjusted for this one-time effect, the comparable EBIT for the previous year was CHF -8.1 million.

The financial result came to CHF 1.4 million (previous year: CHF 0.4 million). Net result declined to CHF -10.3 million (previous year:

CHF 56.6 million), again due to the gain from the merger of Belimed and Steelco included in the previous year.

As a consequence of the negative EBIT, the cash flow from operating activities was CHF -5.4 million (previous year: CHF 6.7 million). Net debt (cash and cash equivalents and securities less financial liabilities) increased by CHF 44.5 million and came to CHF 110.1 million as of June 30, 2025 (December 31, 2024: CHF 65.6 million). The increase was mainly the result of continued high investments in the real estate projects of the Technologycluster & Infrastructure Business Unit and loans granted to SteelcoBelimed. The equity ratio remained solid at 70.8 % as of June 30, 2025 (December 31, 2024: 76.8 %), underlining the Group's robust financial base.

Medical Devices: Pree new products launched on the market

In the first half of 2025, the Medical Devices Business Unit (Haag-Streit Group) generated net sales of CHF 77.1 million, which was lower than in the previous year (CHF 81.6 million). Excluding currency effects of -1.5 %, the organic decline in sales amounted to -4.1 %.

As a result of the macroeconomic conditions, the global investment climate is subdued in the Medical Devices Business Unit (Haag-Streit Group). Many customers are currently focusing on repairs and upgrades rather than new investments. The premium segment in which Haag-Streit operates is under greater pressure. The decline in sales compared to the previous year is primarily attributable to the General Diagnostics product area. A more dynamic development is expected in the second half of the year as recorded orders increasingly translate into sales. The Simulation and Chairs & Stands product area also remained below the previous year's level, while the Specialties product area developed slightly positively.

Haag-Streit's order intake increased by 4.7 % compared to the previous year. In the US in particular, Haag-Streit recorded significantly higher order intake in the first half of 2025, although this has not yet been reflected in sales. The tariff policy in the important US market, where Haag-Streit generates around 40 % of its sales, has led to uncertainty. As Haag-Streit has local production facilities in the US, only around half of its US sales are affected by the high tariffs on Swiss exports. In the current situation, Haag-Streit will have to pass on the tariffs on Swiss exports through price adjustments.

Because of lower sales, EBIT in the first half of the year was below the previous year's level of CHF 2.4 million and stood at CHF -2.6 million. In addition, an unfavorable margin mix, continued high R&D investments, and expenses related to product launches weighed on the result. The cost-cutting measures that were initiated began to show initial effects but were not yet able to fully stabilize the result.

Thanks to targeted investments in research and development in recent years, Haag-Streit is launching three new products on the market. The high-quality surgical microscope Metis 900, which was introduced in fall 2024, has already been well received, as reflected in the orders received and the positive feedback from eye specialists and surgeons.

Haag-Streit is launching a world novelty

in its core market.

With the Elara 900, Haag-Streit is launching a hybrid-digital slit lamp in the second half of the year. It represents a world novelty in Haag-Streit's core business. Elara is the first model in a new generation of slit lamps and represents an important step towards efficiency through digitalization. Thanks to proven Swiss optics and revolutionary projector lighting, Elara offers outstanding image sharpness and precision. Two integrated cameras also enable a detailed 3D experience, allowing 3D images and videos to be captured in brilliant 4K quality at the touch of a button. The preset function and motorized height control optimize and speed up workflows.

Furthermore, the digital phoropter Refractor 900 is being launched on the market. With this product, Haag-Streit is now able to offer its own completely and seamlessly integrated basic workstation for ophthalmologists and optometrists (exam lane). The initial feedback on both new products has been very positive. The launch of further innovative products is planned for the coming years, which will specifically renew and further digitalize Haag-Streit's product portfolio. The new products will strengthen and expand Haag-Streit's market position. In the medium term, the ratio of R&D investments to sales will normalize, which should improve profitability in the long term.

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IMPRESSUM 4

After almost five years as CEO of the Haag-Streit Group, Thomas Bernhard has decided to seek a new challenge outside Haag-Streit. Thomas Lenzen will take over as CEO of the Haag-Streit Group on September 1, 2025. He will continue to drive forward Haag-Streit's international growth strategy during this phase of significant product innovation. Thomas Lenzen previously headed the DACH business of Bausch + Lomb and the international blood bank and plasma donation business of Haemonetics. We welcome Thomas Lenzen and thank Thomas Bernhard for his many years of commitment and extraordinary dedication to Haag-Streit. We wish him all the best for the future.

Technologycluster & Infrastructure: Innovative developments and sustainable progress on the site

The Technologycluster & Infrastructure Business Unit achieved EBIT of CHF 0.8 million, which was below the previous year's level of CHF 1.3 million owing to higher depreciation and an increase in provisions for the remediation of contaminated sites.

In the first half of 2025, the development of real estate projects, the site network and infrastructure on the Tech Cluster Zug site made encouraging progress. The Business Unit invested CHF 14.7 million (previous year: CHF 9.6 million) in ongoing projects. An overview of current projects is provided below:

In spring 2024, construction began on the new SHL Südtor building, which will serve as SHL Medical's new headquarters and production site. The project is being carried out using an innovative hybrid construction method, with the production and office buildings deliberately decoupled from each other. Part of the building shell, such as the two basement floors and the ground floor, has already been completed. Construction is progressing according to plan, so the building is still scheduled to be operational by mid-2026.

The building permit for the CreaTower I project, which will become the new headquarters of VZ Depository Bank, was granted in July and construction began in August. Completion of the shell is scheduled for early 2028. The outdoor space has been designed according to the "sponge city" principle, with permeable surfaces. Along with the 25-meter-high natural artwork Semiramis, additional green areas with seating spaces and fountains will be created.

The legislative branch of the City Council of Zug unanimously approved the underlying development plan GIBZ in September 2024

for the innovative high-rise project Pi, for which 70 % affordable housing is planned. In the referendum vote on February 9, 2025, the Zug electorate clearly confirmed the development plan with more than 70 % of constituents voting yes. Unfortunately, an administrative complaint was filed by a private individual at the beginning of March. As a result, the project and thus the creation of the urgently needed affordable housing in Zug is expected to be delayed by several years.

The refActory project

will become the new center of the Tech Cluster, with appeal for the entire area.

The refActory project will become the new center of the Tech Cluster, which is expected to enhance the appeal of the entire area. The facade will be made of natural stone in an innovative sandwich construction. RefActory will house V-ZUG's flagship showroom and a restaurant/bistro. The upper floors will offer office space for third party tenants. The revised preliminary project was submitted in mid-May 2025. The preliminary project and the facade mock-up have been assessed by the city planning commission. The project is scheduled for completion in 2029.

Sustainability is an important strategic goal for Tech Cluster Zug. A milestone in this context is the publication of the first independent sustainability report in spring 2025. The report documents the most important initiatives and progress in the area of sustainability and can be found in German at the following link: https://www.techclusterzug.ch/ nachhaltigkeit/nachhaltigkeit.

Investments & Corporate Repoking Segment

The Investments & Corporate reporting segment comprises Metall Zug AG (Corporate), Gehrig Group AG, and the strategic investments in V-ZUG (30 %), Komax (25 %), and SteelcoBelimed (33 %). In the first half of 2025, the reporting segment achieved net sales of CHF 17.1 million (previous year: CHF 32.8 million) and EBIT of CHF -10.8 million (previous year: CHF 58.7 million), which includes the proportional net result of the strategic investments amounting to CHF -5.1 million (previous year: CHF -1.5 million). The net sales

were lower compared to the previous year, primarily due to the deconsolidation effect of Belimed Life Science as of June 7, 2024, amounting to CHF -15.4 million. EBIT for the first half of 2025 was significantly below the previous year's level, as the first half of 2024 included a gain of CHF 66.6 million from the merger of Belimed (Infection Control and Life Science) with Steelco. Excluding this one-time effect, EBIT for the previous year would have been CHF -7.9 million.

Gehrig Group

In the first half of 2025, the Gehrig Group's net sales remained nearly unchanged year-on-year at CHF 17.1 million (previous year: CHF 17.4 million).

A positive development was also recorded in order intake. Several major projects were won and the number of new service contracts increased. It is also encouraging that sales of the new Ariane dishwasher series, which is produced in Switzerland, are picking up speed. Around 20 % of Ariane orders are placed via the sustainable circular economy model "All-inclusive rent". With this, the customer rents the device and in addition receives the necessary cleaning agents and the service associated with the device at a fixed price. At the end of the agreed term, the machine is replaced, fully refurbished, and returned to the next cycle. Another positive aspect is that a model from the Ariane range achieved the best results in the under-counter dishwasher category of EcoGastro (a program for certifying and promoting energy efficiency in the catering industry).

Due to lower revenues from the high-margin customer service segment and a slightly higher cost base compared to the first half of 2024, EBIT missed the break-even point. The cost-cutting and efficiency measures implemented will provide relief in the second half of the year.

Strategic Investments

The respective proportional net results of the strategic investments are reported in Metall Zug's income statement under Result from strategic investments (associated companies).

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IMPRESSUM 5

V-ZUG - 30 % PARTICIPATION

Metall Zug has held a participation of around 30 % in V-ZUG since the spin-off and separate listing of V-ZUG in mid-2020. V-ZUG is number 1 in the Swiss market for household appliances in kitchen and laundry room. The V-ZUG brand enjoys an excellent reputation and stands for innovative, long-lasting premium products and sustainable processes. V-ZUG not only has the potential to maintain its high market share in Switzerland, but also to grow above average internationally.

In the first half of 2025, V-ZUG generated net sales of CHF 271.2 million, EBIT of CHF 3.0 million, and net result of CHF 1.6 million.

V-ZUG's proportional net result, which is included in the income statement of the Metall Zug Group, amounted to CHF 0.5 million (previous year: CHF 1.9 million). Further details on the performance can be found in V-ZUG's half-year report, which was published on July 23, 2025.

KOMAX - 25 % PARTICIPATION

Since the combination of the former subsidiary Schleuniger with Komax, Metall Zug has held a 25 % participation in the listed Komax Holding AG.

Both the tariff discussions and the ailing automotive sector are having a noticeable impact on the investment climate. However, the trend toward automation and digitalization remains unbroken, which continues to offer Komax attractive growth opportunities outside the automotive industry and enables expansion of the non-automotive segment. The position in Asia, and especially in the important Chinese market, was strengthened by the consolidation of Komax and Schleuniger, as well as the acquisition of a majority stake in Hosver and an investment in E-plus in 2024.

Komax generated net sales of CHF 280.3 million, EBIT of CHF 6.2 million and a net result of CHF -3.5 million in the reporting period. The Metall Zug Group's proportional share of Komax's net result amounts to CHF -1.1 million (previous year: CHF -2.7 million). The half-year report published by Komax on August 12, 2025, contains detailed information on business development.

STEELCOBELIMED - 33 % PARTICIPATION

The joint venture SteelcoBelimed, in which Metall Zug has held a 33 % participation since its founding on June 7, 2024, has set itself

the goal of becoming the most innovative, reliable, and customer-oriented provider of cleaning and sterilization equipment in the Infection Control and Life Science sectors. SteelcoBelimed is already one of the top 3 players in this market.

SteelcoBelimed generated net sales of CHF 176.5 million in the reporting period. The service business in Infection Control and Life Science developed favorably and had a positive impact on margins. As usual, SteelcoBelimed is experiencing strong seasonality, with the first half of the year typically being weaker. For the full year, growth is expected in all areas and segments compared with the previous year.

SteelcoBelimed is preparing for the growth phase.

The post-merger integration process, which is currently preparing the joint venture for its growth phase, is progressing rapidly. The integration of the companies and the streamlining of the organization and product portfolio are mostly proceeding according to plan. The merger of the local subsidiaries will be largely completed by 2026. The first cost synergies will be visible in the current year, particularly in the purchasing area. EBIT was negative at CHF -10.8 million - not only as a result of the strong seasonality of the business, but also due to costs in connection with the post-merger integration measures and the fact that synergies will only increase over the course of several years. The proportional net result of SteelcoBelimed, which is included in Metall Zug's income statement, amounted to CHF -4.5 million in the first half of 2025 (previous year for the period from June 7, 2024, to June 30, 2024: CHF -0.6 million). It should be noted that Belimed Infection Control and Belimed Life Science were fully consolidated in Metall Zug's income statement until June 7, 2024.

The current developments in the area of US tariffs are impacting on SteelcoBelimed's business. These developments are being closely monitored, as the US is a very important sales market for Steelco-Belimed, accounting for around 23 % of sales in 2024. The impact cannot yet be quantified in detail - assuming tariffs of 15 % on EU imports, the impact on sales and profitability will be in the low single-digit million range.

The Innovation Hub in Zug, a center for robotics, digitalization, and innovative technologies, opened in July. Starting September 2025,

the SteelcoBelimed Academy in Riese Pio X (IT) will be fully operational and will train service technicians on Steelco and Belimed products. The academy will offer more than 120 training courses per year.

The medium- and long-term targets remain unchanged. The company is aiming for an EBIT margin of 10 % in the medium term, with strong sales growth at the same time.

Outlook

It is becoming apparent that the economic environment will remain challenging due to exogenous disruptions beyond our control. Nevertheless, sales and the operating result are expected to stabilize in the second half of the year. The solid balance sheet, the longterm business model, and targeted investments in innovation and efficiency constitute a stable basis for the future development of the Metall Zug Group.

Acknowledgements

The challenging market environment once again placed high demands on our operating Business Units and strategic investments, requiring them to demonstrate a high degree of resilience and perseverance. We would like to express our sincere thanks to all employees for their commitment, motivation and support. Of course, we would also like to take this opportunity to express our sincere thanks to you, our esteemed shareholders. We greatly appreciate your continued trust and loyalty to Metall Zug.

Martin Wipfli Matthias Rey Chairman of the Board of Directors CEO

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IMPRESSUM 6

Consolidated Income Statement

in CHF 1 000

H1 2025

H1 2024,

restated1

in CHF 1 000

H1 2025

H1 2024,

restated1

Net sales 94 221 181 172

Cost of goods and services sold - 63 245 123 248

Gross profit 30 976 57 924

in % of net sales 32.9% 32.0%

Marketing and sales expenses - 13 924 26 653

Research and development expenses - 13 135 18 981

Administration expenses - 17 150 23 612

Net income attributable to:

- Shareholders of Metall Zug AG - 9 801 55 563

- Non-controlling interest holders - 537 1 000

Net result per type A registered share (in CHF) - 2.18 12.35

Net result per type B registered share (in CHF) - 21.83 123.47

Employees (FTE) 952 990

Other operating income

6 475

72 972

1

Other operating expenses

- 679

- 1 294

Trading operating result

- 7 437

60 356

in % of net sales

- 7.9%

33.3%

Result from strategic investments (associated companies)

- 5 149

- 1 852

Operating result (EBIT)

- 12 586

58 504

Financial income

3 746

3 342

Financial expenses

- 2 325

- 2 910

Financial result

1 421

432

Result before taxes

- 11 165

58 936

Taxes

827

- 2 373

Net result

- 10 338

56 563

in % of net sales

- 11.0%

31.2%

Change in presentation of the prior-year period, for further information, see Notes on page 10. Furthermore, on June 7, 2024, the Metall Zug Group deconsolidated its Infection Control Business Unit and the Belimed Life Science Group (part of the Investments & Corporate reporting segment) and contributed them to the Joint Venture SteelcoBelimed AG. In return, Metall Zug AG received a 33 % stake in this company. For this reason, the figures for the 2025 half-year report are not comparable with the prior-year period.

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IMPRESSUM 7

Consolidated Balance Sheet

Assets

06.30.2025

12.31.2024

Liabilities and Shareholders' Equity

06.30.2025

12.31.2024

in CHF 1 000

Cash and cash equivalents

14 475

17 060

in CHF 1 000

Current financial liabilities

124 668

82 806

Securities

137

186

Trade payables

8 226

8 132

Trade receivables

28 537

32 153

Other current liabilities

7 609

11 531

Other receivables

6 595

4 961

Accrued liabilities

23 698

19 533

Inventories

61 865

61 735

Current provisions

3 989

5 181

Assets for sale, under construction

12 585

9 893

Current liabilities

168 190

127 183

Prepaid expenses

5 004

3 539

Long-term provisions

15 493

14 260

1 159

1 265

Non-current liabilities

20 594

19 361

116 485

118 505

Current assets 129 198 129 527

Land

Other long-term liabilities 5 101 5 101

Land and buildings

Plant and equipment

12 093

11 171

Prepayments and assets under construction

47 624

35 080

Other tangible assets

2 391

2 651

Tangible assets

179 752

168 672

Strategic investments (associated companies)

284 148

295 074

Other financial assets

51 944

37 950

Financial assets

336 092

333 024

Software

2 039

1 727

Intangible assets

2 039

1 727

Fixed assets

517 883

503 423

Total assets

647 081

632 950

Total liabilities

188 784

146 544

Share capital

11 250

11 250

Capital reserves

349 003

349 003

Treasury shares

- 2 450

0

Retained earnings

34 565

58 983

Non-controlling interest

65 929

67 170

Shareholders' equity

458 297

486 406

in % of total assets (equity ratio)

70.8%

76.8%

Total liabilities and shareholders' equity

647 081

632 950

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Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows

Other non-cash items2

2 568

1 099

Change in trade receivables

2 544

13 808

Change in other receivables and prepaid expenses

- 2 921

- 2 286

Change in inventories - 5 756 18 974

Change in trade payables 285 2 362

Change in other current liabilities and accrued expenses 4 691 13 356

Interest paid - 723 399

Taxes paid - 2 979 1 760

Cash flow from operating activities - 5 370 6 662

Investments in tangible assets3 - 16 716 14 132

Investments in financial assets - 14 219 20

Investments in intangible assets - 836 698

Disposals of Group companies, net of cash disposed4 0 8 660

Disposals of tangible assets 2 29

Disposals of financial assets 2 400 1 038

Interest received 326 3

Dividends received 1 902 3 850

Cash flow from investing activities - 27 141 18 590

H1 2025

H1 20241

H1 2025

H1 20241

in CHF 1 000

Net result

- 10 338

56 563

in CHF 1 000

Issuance of shok-term financial liabilities

44 187

16 500

Financial result

- 1 421

- 432

Repayment of shok-term financial liabilities

- 2 142

- 9 000

Result from strategic investments (associated companies)

5 149

1 852

Purchase of treasury shares

- 2 450

0

Loss/income from sale of fixed assets and pakicipations

5

- 66 535

Dividend to shareholders of Metall Zug AG

- 8 950

- 9 000

Depreciation and amokization

4 227

5 359

Cash flow from financing activities

30 645

- 1 500

Net changes in provisions

126

276

Currency translation effects

- 719

913

Taxes

- 827

2 373

Change in Cash and cash equivalents

- 2 585

- 12 515

Opening balance Cash and cash equivalents 17 060 29 571

Closing balance Cash and cash equivalents 14 475 17 056

  1. On June 7, 2024, the Metall Zug Group deconsolidated its Infection Control Business Unit and the Belimed Life Science Group (part of the Investments & Corporate reporting segment) and contributed them to the joint venture SteelcoBelimed AG. In return, Metall Zug AG received a 33 % stake in this company. For this reason, the figures for the 2025 half-year report are not comparable with the prior-year period.

  2. Other non-cash items are mainly related to the change in inventory and trade receivable valuation allowances.

  3. Investments in tangible assets include investments in Assets for sale, under construction, in the amount of KCHF 2,587 (previous year: KCHF 2,360).

  4. The position Disposal of Group companies, net of cash disposed, of the previous period includes the disposal of cash and cash equivalents from the deconsolidation of the Infection Control Business Unit and the Belimed Life Science Group. The 33 % stake in SteelcoBelimed AG received in return did not affect liquidity.

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IMPRESSUM 9

Changes in Shareholders' Equity

Share Capital

Capital Reserves

Treasury Shares

Retained Earnings

Goodwill Offset1

Accumulated

Currency Translation Differences

Total Retained Earnings

Total Equity excl. Non-controlling Interests

Non-controlling

Interests

Equity

in CHF 1 000

Balance on 01.01.2024

11 250

349 003

-

626 168

- 518 770

- 13 915

93 483

453 736

66 304

520 040

Cash dividend

- 9 000

- 9 000

- 9 000

- 9 000

Acquisition

- 114 445

- 114 445

- 114 445

- 114 445

Divestment

35 982

7 047

43 029

43 029

43 029

Other2

- 4 059

- 4 059

- 4 059

- 4 059

Currency translation effects

- 259

4 810

4 551

4 551

687

5 238

Net result

55 563

55 563

55 563

1 000

56 563

Balance on 06.30.2024

11 250

349 003

-

668 413

- 597 233

- 2 058

69 122

429 375

67 991

497 366

Balance on 01.01.2025

11 250

349 003

-

657 806

- 596 359

- 2 464

58 983

419 236

67 170

486 406

Cash dividend

- 8 950

- 8 950

- 8 950

- 8 950

Purchase of treasury shares

- 2 450

-

- 2 450

- 2 450

Other2

- 4 025

- 4 025

- 4 025

- 4 025

Currency translation effects

- 1 642

- 1 642

- 1 642

- 704

- 2 346

Net result

- 9 801

- 9 801

- 9 801

- 537

- 10 338

Balance on 06.30.2025

11 250

349 003

- 2 450

635 030

- 596 359

- 4 106

34 565

392 368

65 929

458 297

  1. Goodwill Offset contains the goodwill allocated to the shareholders of Metall Zug AG, which was offset directly against equity. Unchanged from the prior year, the goodwill allocated to and included in non-controlling interests amounts to KCHF 3,678.

  2. Other mainly contains the proportional equity postings of associated companies.

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IMPRESSUM 10

Notes

General

Consolidated Income Statement

published

Presentation

restated

in CHF 1 000

Trading operating result

n/a

60 356

60 356

Result of strategic investments (associated companies)

n/a

- 1 852

- 1 852

Operating result (EBIT)

60 356

- 1 852

58 504

Financial income

3 342

3 342

Financial expenses

- 2 910

- 2 910

Result of associated companies

- 1 852

1 852

0

Financial result

- 1 420

1 852

432

Income before taxes

58 936

0

58 936

Net result

56 563

0

56 563

The Metall Zug Group's unaudited interim financial statements as at June 30, 2025, were prepared in compliance with Swiss GAAP FER 31 and on the basis of historical cost (acquisition cost or production

The effects of the restatement on the previously published income statement are shown below:

cost) or actual values. These interim consolidated financial statements do not include all the disclosures of the annual consolidated financial statements and should therefore be read in conjunction with the consolidated financial statements as at December 31, 2024. The consolidated interim financial statements were approved by the Board of Directors on August 22, 2025.

The exchange rate at the balance sheet date is uniformly applied to balance sheets while the average exchange rate during the period under review is used for income statements. The principles of consolidation and valuation are unchanged compared with the previous year. This half-year report is published in German and English. In case of discrepancies between the two versions, the German version shall prevail.

Seasonality

Seasonal influences vary across Business Units. In the first half of 2024, the share of net sales for Medical Devices amounted to 49 % of total annual sales (2023: 53 %). For the Investments & Corporate reporting segment, excluding the Belimed Life Science Group, which was spun off on June 7, 2024, the share was 52 % (2023: 49 %). Sales of the Technologycluster & Infrastructure Business Unit are project-based and not subject to seasonal fluctuations.

Change in the Presentation of the Income Statement

Since 2019, Metall Zug AG has gradually transformed itself into a holding company with substantial investments in Swiss industrial companies. The change was initiated in 2020 with the spin-off and independent stock exchange listing of V-ZUG, in which Metall Zug has since held a 30 % stake. In 2022, the second step in the implementation of this strategy took place with the merger of Schleuniger and Komax, through which Metall Zug AG received a 25 % stake in Komax. In 2024, Belimed (Infection Control and Life Science) and Steelco merged, with Metall Zug AG henceforth holding a 33 % stake in the joint venture SteelcoBelimed. As a result of this transformation, holding these minority shareholdings has become a strategic and operational core task of Metall Zug AG. In order to present the results of the Metall Zug Group more transparently, the results of the strategic investments (associated companies) are therefore reported as part of the operating result (EBIT, previously included in the financial result). This ensures that all strategically relevant results are included in the operating result (EBIT). The previous year was adjusted accordingly.

H1 2024,

Restatement

H1 2024,

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Changes in the Scope of Consolidation of the Previous Year

On June 7, 2024, the Metall Zug Group contributed its Infection Control Business Unit and the Belimed Life Science Group (part of the Investments & Corporate reporting segment) to the newly established joint venture SteelcoBelimed AG based in Zug, Switzerland. The Miele Group, as the joint venture partner, contributed the Steelco Group to the joint venture. In return for the contribution, Metall Zug AG received a 33 % stake in SteelcoBelimed AG. Until the spin-off, the combined sales of the deconsolidated group companies for 2024 amounted to KCHF 84,097 (full year 2023: KCHF 262,749), the combined operating result (EBIT) amounted to KCHF -6,569 (full year 2023, restated: KCHF -553).

The following changes in the balance sheet and income statement resulted from this transaction:

Impact of the Deconsolidation of the Infection Control Business Unit and Belimed Life Science Group and Initial Recognition of SteelcoBelimed AG

in CHF 1 000

Cash and cash equivalents 8 660

Belimed AG, Zug, and Belimed Life Science AG, Sulgen, held 100 % of the following subsidiaries, which have no longer been included in the scope of consolidation of Metall Zug AG since June 7, 2024:

Belimed GmbH, Mühldorf am Inn (DE) Belimed d.o.o., Grosuplje (SI)

Belimed GmbH, Feldkirchen (AT) Belimed B.V., Capelle aan den IJssel (NL) Belimed SAS, Sausheim (FR)

Belimed Ltd., Shipley (UK) Amity Ltd., Barnsley (UK) Belimed, Inc., Ladson (US)

Belimed Medical Equipment (Shanghai) Co., Ltd., Shanghai (CN) Belimed Life Science d.o.o., Grosuplje (SI)

Belimed Life Science GmbH, Dresden (DE) Belimed Life Science, Inc., Delaware (US)

The consolidated income statement for the first half of 2024 of Metall Zug AG included the result of the

Non-current liabilities 8 398

Total disposal of net assets 53 520

minus goodwill recycling 35 982

minus transaction costs 2024

- 1 273

plus market value 33 % stake in SteelcoBelimed AG

172 385

Book gain prior to CTA recycling

73 647

minus CTA recycling

- 7 047

Book gain included in income statement

66 600

minus liability for compensation payment 7 963

Belimed AG was offset against equity.

Other current assets

- 107 523

Infection Control Business Unit and the Belimed Life Science Group until June 7, 2024. From this date,

the 33 % stake in SteelcoBelimed AG has been accounted for using the equity method (proportional

Tangible assets

- 22 856

equity) and is disclosed under the position Strategic Investments (associated companies). Furthermore,

Current liabilities

77 121

the provisional goodwill of KCHF 114,445 from the initial recognition of the minority interest in Steelco-

In the second half of 2024, the opening balance sheet of SteelcoBelimed AG was finalized. Based on this, the proportionate equity was adjusted from originally KCHF 57,940 to KCHF 58,814, which reduced the goodwill as of December 31, 2024, to KCHF 113,571. Furthermore, the compensation payment was only settled in the second half of 2024.

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Result of

Trading

Strategic

Contribution

Trading

Operating

Investments

to Operating

Operating

Profit in % of

(associated

Operating

Result (EBIT)

H1 2025

Net Sales

Profit

Net Sales

companies)

Result (EBIT)

in %

in CHF 1 000

Explanations to the Financial Repok

The following is an explanation of significant matters that occurred in the reporting period.

Segment Information

The Business Units of the Metall Zug Group and their business activities are explained in more detail below:

Medical Devices Products and services for diagnosis and surgery, mainly in the fields of ophthalmology and microsurgery

Medical

Devices 77 080 - 2 631 - 3.4% - 2 631 20.9%

Technologycluster & Infrastructure

Infection Control

(until June 7, 2024)

Investments & Corporate

(Previous year: Others)

Management and development of real estate. This segment also includes the propokional result of the joint venture Multi Energy Zug AG.

Equipment for hospitals, as well as services and consumables

Investments & Corporate includes the following fully consolidated companies:

  • Gehrig Group AG: products and services for gastronomy and hotels

  • Metall Zug AG: management functions and corporate finance services

  • Belimed Life Science (until June 7, 2024): equipment and services for the pharmaceutical industry and laboratories

This segment also includes the propokional results of the strategic minority interests in Komax Holding AG, V-ZUG Holding AG and, since June 7, 2024, in SteelcoBelimed AG.

Technologycluster &

Corporate

17 141

- 5 611

- 32.7%

- 5 149

- 10 760

85.5%

Total

94 221

- 7 437

- 7.9%

- 5 149

- 12 586

100.0%

Result of

Trading

Strategic

Contribution

Trading

Operating

Investments

to Operating

H1 2024,

Operating

Profit in % of

(associated

Operating

Result (EBIT)

restated¹

Net Sales

Profit

Net Sales

companies)

Result (EBIT)

in %

in CHF 1 000

Medical Devices

81 629

2 357

2.9%

2 357

4.0%

Technology-

cluster &

Infrastructure

125

1 743

1 394.4%

- 400

1 343

2.3%

Infection

Control2

68 674

- 3 906

- 5.7%

- 3 906

- 6.7%

Investments &

Corporate*

32 778

60 1624

183.5%

- 1 452

58 7104

100.4%

Consolidation

- 2 034

Total

181 172

60 356

33.3%

- 1 852

58 504

100.0%

Infrastructure 805 n/a 805 - 6.4% Investments &

  1. Presentation of previous year restated, see Note Change in the Presentation of the Income Statement.

  2. For the consolidation period from January 1, 2024, to June 7, 2024.

  3. Contains the Belimed Life Science Group for the consolidation period from January 1, 2024, to June 7, 2024.

  4. Includes the gain of KCHF 66,600 related to the deconsolidation of the Infection Control Business Unit and the Belimed Life Science Group and their contribution into the SteelcoBelimed AG in exchange for a minority stake of 33 % in SteelcoBelimed AG.

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Strategic Investments (associated companies)

Metall Zug AG holds equity interests of 30.29 % in V-ZUG Holding AG, 25 % in Komax Holding AG, and, since June 7, 2024, a 33 % interest in SteelcoBelimed AG. In addition, a group company of the Metall Zug Group holds a 50 % interest in Multi Energy Zug AG, which is included under the balance sheet line item Strategic investments (associated companies).

Development Strategic Investments (associated companies)

V-ZUG

Holding AG

Komax Holding AG

Steelco Belimed AG

Multi Energy

Zug AG

Total Strategic Investments

in CHF 1 000

Balance on 01.01.2024

141 265

107 695

-

43

249 003

Change in scope of consolidation1

57 940

57 940

Dividends received

- 3 850

- 3 850

Adjustment to previous year's published

result

- 791

- 3 291

- 4 082

Propokional consolidated net result for the current period

2 643

629

- 642

- 400

2 230

Propokional equity postings

374

- 4 460

- 4 086

Balance on 06.30.2024

143 491

96 723

57 298

- 357

297 155

Balance on 01.01.2025

147 319

89 153

58 602

0

295 074

Dividends received

- 1 752

- 1 752

Propokional consolidated net result for the

current period

482

- 1 149

- 4 482

- 5 149

Propokional equity postings

- 768

- 2 715

- 542

- 4 025

Balance on 06.30.2025

145 281

85 289

53 578

0

284 148

1 See Note Change in Scope of Consolidation of the Previous Year for further information.

The proportional results for the first half of 2024 and 2025 are based on the published financial reports. At the beginning of 2024, the published financial data for 2023 of the V-ZUG Group and the Komax Group were not available at the time of preparing the consolidated financial statements. Consequently, Metall Zug AG's share in the results of these investments was estimated based on the most recent publicly available information, including analyst reports and ad hoc disclosures. Any deviations between the actual published results and these estimates have been accounted for in the first half-year of 2024.

Events After the Balance Sheet Date

There were no events between June 30, 2025, and the publication of the half-year report on August 25, 2025, that would need to be disclosed under this heading.

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Editorial Info

Key dates 2026

March 23, 2026: Publication Annual Report 2025 / Earnings Conference May 8, 2026: General Meeting of Shareholders 2026

August 24, 2026: Publication of Half-year Results 2026

Contact

Urs Scherrer

Chief Financial Officer Phone +41 58 768 60 50

Bettine Killmer

Head of Corporate Communications & Investor Relations Phone +41 58 768 60 50

investorrelations@metallzug.ch

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