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IDEX places great emphasis on ensuring equal treatment of its shareholders.
The company has one class of shares. According to Norwegian law and the company's articles of association, the shares are freely transferable. All shares have equal voting rights and there are no maximum thresholds on voting. The articles of association of IDEX do not contain any provisions restricting foreign ownership of shares. There are no limitations under Norwegian law on the rights of non-residents or foreign owners to hold or vote the shares.
IDEX is not aware of any shareholder agreements or other similar understandings among its shareholders that may result in a change in control of IDEX. To the best of the company's knowledge and belief, no shareholder, or group of shareholders, control the company, directly or indirectly.
IDEX has not hitherto declared or paid any dividends on its shares. The company does not anticipate paying any cash dividends on its shares in the near future. IDEX intends to retain future earnings, if any, to finance operations and the expansion of its business. Any future determination to pay dividends will depend on the company's financial condition, results of operation and capital requirements.
The general meetings are open to all shareholders, with registration deadline two days before the meeting. Shareholders may exercise their voting rights through a representative or proxy.
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