Wolters Kluwer Releases its 2020 Annual Report

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Wolters Kluwer has released its 2020 Annual Report and Environmental, Social, and Governance Data Overview. The financial statements will be proposed for adoption at the Annual General Meeting of Shareholders (AGM) on April 22, 2021. The agenda includes a proposal for a total dividend of €1.36 per share, with a final dividend of €0.89. Additionally, reappointments for board members and a remuneration policy amendment will be discussed. The report indicates revenues of €4.6 billion for 2020.

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• Proposed total dividend of €1.36 per share, with final dividend of €0.89.
• Reported annual revenues of €4.6 billion for 2020.

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 Wolters Kluwer releases its 2020 Annual Report
Agenda and convocation notice AGM available online

March 10, 2021 – Wolters Kluwer, a global provider of professional information, software solutions, and services, today released its 2020 Annual Report and 2020 Environmental, Social, and Governance Data Overview. The Financial Statements for 2020, as included in the 2020 Annual Report, will be proposed for adoption at the Annual General Meeting of Shareholders (AGM) on April 22, 2021.

The agenda with explanatory notes, and the convocation notice for the AGM are now available at www.wolterskluwer.com/agm. The agenda for the AGM includes the proposal to distribute a total dividend over the 2020 financial year of €1.36 per ordinary share. If approved, this will result in a final dividend of €0.89 per ordinary share. Furthermore, the proposals to re-appoint Frans Cremers and Ann Ziegler as members of the Supervisory Board and Kevin Entricken as member of the Executive Board are on the agenda. The proposal to adopt the amended remuneration policy for the members of the Executive Board is also on the agenda.

The information for the AGM includes an update of issued share capital on which votes can be cast at the meeting. The AGM will be held virtually, through a webcast, on April 22, 2021.

The 2020 Annual Report, with integrated selected sustainability information, and the 2020 Environmental, Social, and Governance Data Overview, are available in PDF on www.wolterskluwer.com/annual-report.

About Wolters Kluwer

Wolters Kluwer (WKL) is a global leader in professional information, software solutions, and services for the healthcare; tax and accounting; governance, risk, and compliance; and legal and regulatory sectors. We help our customers make critical decisions every day by providing expert solutions that combine deep domain knowledge with technology and services.

Wolters Kluwer reported 2020 annual revenues of €4.6 billion. The group serves customers in over 180 countries, maintains operations in over 40 countries, and employs approximately 19,200 people worldwide. The company is headquartered in Alphen aan den Rijn, the Netherlands.

Wolters Kluwer shares are listed on Euronext Amsterdam (WKL) and are included in the AEX and Euronext 100 indices. Wolters Kluwer has a sponsored Level 1 American Depositary Receipt (ADR) program. The ADRs are traded on the over-the-counter market in the U.S. (WTKWY).

For more information, visit www.wolterskluwer.com, follow us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube.

Financial Calendar
March 10, 2021                Publication of Annual Report
April 22, 2021                   Annual General Meeting of Shareholders
April 26, 2021                   Ex-dividend date: 2020 final dividend
April 27, 2021                   Record date: 2020 final dividend
May 5, 2021                     First-Quarter 2021 Trading Update
May 19, 2021                   Payment date: 2020 final dividend ordinary shares
May 26, 2021                   Payment date: 2020 final dividend ADRs
August 4, 2021                 Half-Year 2021 Results
August 31, 2021               Ex-dividend date: 2021 interim dividend
September 1, 2021          Record date: 2021 interim dividend
September 23, 2021        Payment date: 2021 interim dividend ordinary shares
September 30, 2021        Payment date: 2021 interim dividend ADRs
November 3, 2021           Nine-Month 2021 Trading Update
February 23, 2022           Full-Year 2021 Results

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FAQ

What is the dividend proposed by Wolters Kluwer for 2020?

Wolters Kluwer has proposed a total dividend of €1.36 per ordinary share for 2020.

When is the Annual General Meeting for Wolters Kluwer scheduled?

The Annual General Meeting of Shareholders is scheduled for April 22, 2021.

What were the revenues reported by Wolters Kluwer for 2020?

Wolters Kluwer reported annual revenues of €4.6 billion for 2020.

What will be discussed at the AGM for Wolters Kluwer?

The AGM agenda includes the proposal for dividend distribution, reappointments of board members, and an amended remuneration policy.

Where can I find Wolters Kluwer's 2020 Annual Report?

The 2020 Annual Report is available in PDF format on the official Wolters Kluwer website.