Kinnevik confirms exploration of a potential transaction in relation to its shareholding in Babylon

Kinnevik AB (publ) (“Kinnevik”) notes recent media articles regarding a potential special-purpose acquisition company transaction of Babylon Holdings Limited (“Babylon”) and confirms that a potential transaction is being explored.

No definitive decision has been taken to pursue any transaction. Kinnevik has at this stage no further comments but will communicate further if and when appropriate.

This information is information that Kinnevik AB (publ) is obliged to make public pursuant to the EU Market Abuse Regulation. The information was submitted for publication, through the agency of the contact person set out below, at 17.00 CEST on 30 May 2021. 

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Torun Litzén, Director Investor Relations
Phone +46 (0)70 762 00 50
Email press@kinnevik.com

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