Stratasys Board of Directors Unanimously Rejects Unsolicited Proposal from Nano Dimension

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Stratasys Ltd. (Nasdaq: SSYS) has unanimously rejected an unsolicited acquisition proposal from Nano Dimension Ltd. (Nasdaq: NNDM) to buy the company for $18.00 per share in cash. The Board of Directors determined that the offer significantly undervalues Stratasys and is not aligned with shareholder interests. Stratasys remains confident in its standalone strategy, citing six consecutive quarters of profitability despite economic challenges. The company is focused on delivering sustainable growth and enhancing shareholder value.

Positive

• Stratasys reported its sixth consecutive quarter of profitability on an adjusted basis.
• The rejection of the acquisition proposal signals confidence in Stratasys' standalone prospects and growth strategy.

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• None.

Proposal Substantially Undervalues Stratasys in Light of the Company's Standalone Prospects and Is Not in the Best Interests of Stratasys Shareholders

MINNEAPOLIS & REHOVOT, Israel--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Stratasys Ltd. (Nasdaq: SSYS) (the “Company”), a leader in polymer 3D printing solutions, today announced that its Board of Directors has unanimously rejected the unsolicited proposal it received from Nano Dimension Ltd. (Nasdaq: NNDM) (“Nano”) to acquire Stratasys for $18.00 per share in cash.

Consistent with its fiduciary duties, and in consultation with its independent financial and legal advisors, the Stratasys Board of Directors carefully reviewed and evaluated the proposal. Following the review, the Stratasys Board concluded that Nano’s proposal substantially undervalues the Company in light of its standalone prospects and is not in the best interests of Stratasys and its shareholders.

Stratasys’ Board and management team are confident that the Company’s standalone plan will create significantly greater value for its shareholders than the Nano proposal. Stratasys recently delivered its sixth consecutive quarter of profitability on an adjusted basis despite a challenging economic environment, and the Company remains laser focused on executing its strategy and managing its operations to effectively deliver sustained, profitable growth.

J.P. Morgan is acting as financial advisor to Stratasys, and Meitar Law Offices and Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz are serving as legal counsel.

About Stratasys

Stratasys is leading the global shift to additive manufacturing with innovative 3D printing solutions for industries such as aerospace, automotive, consumer products, healthcare, fashion and education. Through smart and connected 3D printers, polymer materials, a software ecosystem, and parts on demand, Stratasys solutions deliver competitive advantages at every stage in the product value chain. The world’s leading organizations turn to Stratasys to transform product design, bring agility to manufacturing and supply chains, and improve patient care.

To learn more about Stratasys, visit www.stratasys.com, the Stratasys blog, Twitter, LinkedIn, or Facebook. Stratasys reserves the right to utilize any of the foregoing social media platforms, including the Company’s websites, to share material, non-public information pursuant to the SEC’s Regulation FD. To the extent necessary and mandated by applicable law, Stratasys will also include such information in its public disclosure filings.

Stratasys is a registered trademark and the Stratasys signet is a trademark of Stratasys Ltd. and/or its subsidiaries or affiliates. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

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This news release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Forward-looking statements are often characterized by the use of forward-looking terminology such as “may,” “will,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “estimate,” “continue,” “believe,” “should,” “intend,” “project” or other similar words, but are not the only way these statements are identified. These forward-looking statements may include, but are not limited to, statements relating to our objectives, plans and strategies, statements that contain projections of results of operations or of financial condition and all statements (other than statements of historical facts) that address activities, events or developments that we intend, expect, project, believe or anticipate will or may occur in the future. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to risks and uncertainties. We have based these forward-looking statements on assumptions and assessments made by our management in light of their experience and their perception of historical trends, current conditions, expected future developments and other factors they believe to be appropriate. For a discussion of some of the risks and important factors that could cause actual results, developments and business decisions to differ materially from those anticipated in these forward-looking statements, see the discussion in Item 3.D “Key Information - Risk Factors”, Item 4 “Information on the Company”, and Item 5 “Operating and Financial Review and Prospects” in the Company’s Form 20-F for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2022.

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FAQ

What did Stratasys' Board decide regarding the acquisition proposal from Nano Dimension?

Stratasys' Board unanimously rejected the acquisition proposal from Nano Dimension, deeming it significantly undervalued.

What is the proposed acquisition price by Nano Dimension for Stratasys?

The proposed acquisition price by Nano Dimension for Stratasys is $18.00 per share in cash.

How has Stratasys performed financially in recent quarters?

Stratasys has achieved six consecutive quarters of profitability on an adjusted basis.

What are Stratasys' expectations following the rejection of Nano Dimension's offer?

Stratasys expects to create significantly greater value for its shareholders through its standalone plan.