Dassault Systèmes’ Board of Directors Proposes Annual Cash Dividend of €0.56 for 2020

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Dassault Systèmes, on March 18, 2021, announced a proposed annual cash dividend of €0.56 per share for the fiscal year 2020, to be voted on in the upcoming General Meeting of Shareholders on May 26, 2021. The ex-dividend date is set for May 28, 2021, with payments scheduled for June 1, 2021. CEO Bernard Charlès highlighted the strategic acquisition of MEDIDATA as pivotal during 2020, reinforcing the company's commitment to deleveraging and consistent dividend distribution.

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• Proposed dividend of €0.56 per share indicates financial stability and shareholder value.
• Strategic acquisition of MEDIDATA supports long-term growth potential.

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VÉLIZY-VILLACOUBLAY, France — March 18, 2021 — Dassault Systèmes (Euronext Paris: #13065, DSY.PA) announces that the Board of Directors is proposing to the next General Meeting of Shareholders of May 26, 2021 the approval of a dividend of €0.56 per share for the year 2020, payable in cash only.  Shares would be traded ex-dividend as of May 28, 2021 and dividends would be made payable on June 1, 2021.

Bernard Charlès, Dassault Systèmes’ Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer commented:
“Dassault Systèmes’ daring move to acquire MEDIDATA proved to be particularly relevant in 2020’s unprecedented health and economic environment. One year after its largest investment, Dassault Systèmes pursues its deleveraging commitment and confirms its long term policy and track record in terms of dividend distribution.”

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About Dassault Systèmes

Dassault Systèmes, the 3DEXPERIENCE Company, is a catalyst for human progress. We provide business and people with collaborative virtual environments to imagine sustainable innovations. By creating ‘virtual experience twins’ of the real world with our 3DEXPERIENCE platform and applications, our customers push the boundaries of innovation, learning and production.
Dassault Systèmes’ 20,000 employees are bringing value to more than 290,000 customers of all sizes, in all industries, in more than 140 countries. For more information, visit www.3ds.com

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Dassault Systèmes Investor Relations’ Contacts

Corporate	François-José Bordonado Béatrix Martinez Marie Dumas	investors@3ds.com	+33.1.61.62.69.24
United States and Canada	Michele Katz	michele.katz@3ds.com
FTI Consulting	Jamie Ricketts Arnaud de Cheffontaines		+44.20.3727.1000 +33.1.47.03.69.48

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FAQ

What is the dividend amount proposed by Dassault Systèmes for 2020?

Dassault Systèmes has proposed a dividend of €0.56 per share for the year 2020.

When will the dividend be paid to shareholders?

The dividend will be payable on June 1, 2021.

What is the ex-dividend date for Dassault Systèmes' dividend?

The ex-dividend date is May 28, 2021.

What factors contributed to the dividend proposal from Dassault Systèmes?

The successful acquisition of MEDIDATA and the company's commitment to deleveraging contributed to the dividend proposal.