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American Software Announces Tax Treatment of 2022 Distributions

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American Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: AMSWA) has announced that certain 2022 distributions will be classified as return of capital rather than dividends. This change affects shareholders' tax basis and may influence their 2022 tax filings. To assist with this, the company has made Form 8937 available on its Investor Relations website. Shareholders are advised to consult tax advisors for personalized guidance. The firm, based in Atlanta, operates through subsidiaries like Logility, offering a comprehensive Digital Supply Chain Platform that supports various business processes.

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ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- American Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: AMSWA) has determined that certain 2022 distributions are considered to be return of capital (non-dividend) distributions.

This tax treatment will affect shareholders’ tax basis in their shares. To assist investors with tax reporting, Form 8937, Report of Organizational Actions Affecting Basis of Securities has been posted on the Investor section of the Company’s website under “Investor Relations.”

Shareholders should consult their tax advisors to determine how this change may affect their 2022 taxes.

About American Software, Inc.

Atlanta-based American Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: AMSWA), through its operating entities, including, but not limited to Logility, Inc., delivers an innovative technical platform that enables enterprises to accelerate their digital supply chain transformation from product concept to client availability via the Logility® Digital Supply Chain Platform, a single platform spanning Product, Demand, Inventory, Supply, Sourcing, Deploy, Corporate Responsibility (ESG) and Network Optimization aligned with Integrated Business Planning.

Serving clients such as Big Lots, Carter’s, Destination XL, Hostess, Husqvarna Group, Jockey International, Johnson Controls, Parker Hannifin, Red Wing Shoe Company, Spanx, Trident Seafoods Corporation, and WEG; our solutions are marketed and sold through a direct sales team as well as an indirect global value-added reseller (“VAR”) distribution network.

Fueled by supply chain master data, allowing for the automation of critical business processes through the application of artificial intelligence and machine learning algorithms to a variety of internal and external data streams, the comprehensive Logility portfolio delivered in the cloud includes advanced analytics, supply chain visibility, demand, inventory and replenishment planning, Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP), Integrated Business Planning (IBP), supply and inventory optimization, manufacturing planning and scheduling, network design and optimization (NDO), retail merchandise and assortment planning and allocation, product lifecycle management (PLM), sourcing management, vendor quality and compliance, and product traceability. For more information about Logility, please visit www.logility.com. Logility is a wholly-owned subsidiary and operating entity for American Software, Inc. You can learn more about American Software at www.amsoftware.com, or by calling (404) 364-7615 or emailing kliu@amsoftware.com.

Vince C. Klinges

Chief Financial Officer

American Software, Inc.

(404) 264-5477

Source: American Software, Inc.

FAQ

What is the recent announcement by American Software, Inc. regarding tax treatment of distributions?

American Software, Inc. announced that certain 2022 distributions are classified as return of capital, impacting shareholders' tax basis.

How does the return of capital classification affect shareholders of AMSWA?

The return of capital classification affects the tax basis of shareholders' shares, potentially impacting their 2022 tax filings.

Where can AMSWA shareholders find Form 8937?

Shareholders can access Form 8937 on the Investor Relations section of the American Software, Inc. website.

What advice is given to AMSWA shareholders in light of the tax change?

Shareholders are advised to consult their tax advisors to understand how the change may affect their 2022 taxes.

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