Quadrivalent Influenza Vaccine, MF-59 Adjuvanted(CSL)

Results from real-world evidence (RWE) studies to be presented at OPTIONS XII show the effectiveness of cell-based and MF59® adjuvanted influenza vaccines. Results from different studies suggested improved relative vaccine effectiveness (rVE) of cell-based vaccines compared with egg-based vaccines in preventing test-confirmed influenza across different age groups, including children as young as six months.1,2 Results from a real-world study covering the 2023/24 season showed that cell-based vaccine was effective against medically attended, laboratory-confirmed influenza, with vaccine effectiveness (VE) highest in children six months to three years of age at 88%, compared with unvaccinated participants.3 RWE studies can play a key role in assessing influenza vaccine effectiveness each season. RWE complements randomized controlled trials (RCT), assessing influenza vaccine effectiveness on an ongoing basis and contributing to an ever-growing data set on real-world outcomes. SUMMIT, N.J., Oct. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- CSL Seqirus, a business of CSL (ASX: CSL), today announced data from a range of real-world evidence (RWE) studies, highlighting the important role influenza vaccination plays in protecting public health. The data are being presented in an oral presentation and poster sessions at OPTIONS for the Control of Influenza (OPTIONS XII), being held in Brisbane, Australia from September 29 to October 2, 2024. Given the ever-changing nature of the influenza virus, RWE studies are valuable in assessing influenza vaccine effectiveness season-over-season. RWE is a complement to randomized controlled trial (RCT) research, assessing influenza vaccine effectiveness on an ongoing basis and providing an ever-growing data set on real-world outcomes. "CSL Seqirus remains committed to evaluating vaccine effectiveness through the rigorous generation of real-world evidence," said Gregg Sylvester, Chief Health Officer, CSL Seqirus. "Our studies and presentations at OPTIONS XII reflect our dedication to helping to protect people against influenza and its associated medical complications across all ages, including those as young as six months old. We have chosen to include studies with test confirmed data. This approach may provide more robust evidence." Among others, RWE studies being presented by CSL Seqirus at OPTIONS XII include: Results of a study of the 2022/23 influenza season in the US showed that cell-based quadrivalent (QIVc) vaccines prevented more outpatient test-confirmed influenza for those aged six months to 64 years compared with the egg-based quadrivalent (QIVe) vaccines.1 Results from a study of the 2023/24 influenza season in the US showed that cell culture-based inactivated influenza vaccine (ccIIV4) generated real-world effectiveness against medically attended, laboratory-confirmed influenza, compared with unvaccinated participants. Vaccine effectiveness was highest in children six months to three years of age at 88%.3 Results from a review of the 2017 to 2020 influenza seasons revealed a higher relative effectiveness of QIVc over QIVe/egg-based trivalent (TIVe) vaccines across the three influenza seasons for both test-confirmed influenza and clinically diagnosed influenza.2 Results from a study of the 2022/23 influenza season in the US showed comparability between MF59® adjuvanted quadrivalent inactivated influenza vaccine (aQIV) and high-dose quadrivalent inactivated influenza vaccine (HD-QIV) in preventing test-confirmed influenza-related emergency department visits and/or inpatient admissions settings among adults aged 65 and over.4 "The results from these studies are a continued demonstration of the value of RWE in generating valuable insights into influenza vaccine effectiveness," said Mendel Haag, Senior Director, Center of Outcomes Research & Epidemiology, CSL Seqirus. "These studies have collected and analyzed data over several recent influenza seasons. They highlight the effectiveness of cell-based influenza vaccines in protecting people six months to 64 years old against test-confirmed influenza compared to standard egg-based vaccines, particularly in our more vulnerable populations, as well as the comparability between MF59® adjuvanted vaccines and high-dose vaccines in preventing flu-related ER and hospital admissions." CSL Seqirus is at the forefront of influenza research and is proud to present a series of compelling data that spans across various aspects of influenza prevention and ages. The research emphasizes the company's commitment to advancing public health through RWE and innovative vaccine technology. ABOUT THE STUDIES PRESENTED AT OPTIONS XII Relative vaccine effectiveness of cell-based versus egg-based quadrivalent influenza vaccines against test-confirmed influenza in the United States 2022-23 influenza season 1 Researchers applied a retrospective test-negative design among individuals aged 6 months to 64 years vaccinated with either QIVc or QIVe in 2022-23 and who had an influenza test obtained in routine outpatient care within +/- 7 days of a documented acute respiratory or febrile illness. Exposure, outcome, and covariate data were obtained from outpatient electronic health records linked to pharmacy and medical claims. rVE was calculated by comparing the odds of testing positive for influenza among QIVc recipients with the odds among QIVe recipients, using a doubly robust analysis that combined inverse probability of treatment weighting with multivariable adjustment. The study included 43,086 tested patients, of whom 18.6% received QIVc and 81.4% received QIVe. QIVc was generally more effective than QIVe in preventing test-confirmed influenza in the outpatient care setting, with an estimated rVE of 7.7% (95% CI: 0.9% – 13.9%). This study showed increased relative effectiveness of QIVc compared to QIVe in preventing outpatient test-confirmed influenza in the population aged 6 months to 64 years during the 2022-23 season in the United States. These findings add to the body of evidence supporting improved effectiveness of cell-based versus egg-based vaccines. Relative effectiveness of cell-based influenza vaccines versus egg-based influenza vaccines: A review of test-confirmed and clinical diagnosis-based influenza outcomes 2 Researchers identified 10 studies reporting on the rVE of QIVc vs QIVe/TIVe among persons aged 4–64 years from a prior systematic literature review (PROSPERO CRD42020160851) that included studies published between 01-January-2016 and 25-February-2022. Additionally, a scoping review was conducted to identify additional studies published between 25-February-2022 and 01-March-2024. A DerSimonian and Laird random effects model was applied for the meta-analyses of these data. Among persons aged 4–64 years, the pooled rVE showed a consistent benefit of QIVc for both outcome types, with estimates of 11.9% (95% CI, 3.0%–20%; n studies=3) for 2017–2018, 11.8% (3.5%–19.4%; n=2) for 2018–2019, and 10.0% (2.7%–16.7%; n=1) for 2019–2020 in preventing test-confirmed influenza and 18.7% (8.7%–27.6%; n=2) for 2017–2018, 5.9% (4.3%–7.5%; n=2) for 2018–2019, and 10.1% (6.1%–14.0%; n=2) for 2019–2020 in preventing clinically diagnosed influenza. Researchers found that for persons aged 4–64 years, QIVc showed increased effectiveness over QIVe/TIVe across the three influenza seasons for both test-confirmed influenza and clinically diagnosed influenza. The results do not suggest systematic over or underestimation of rVE for prevention of clinically diagnosed compared to test-confirmed influenza. Effectiveness of cell culture-based inactivated influenza vaccine against medically-attended, laboratory-confirmed influenza in Wisconsin, US, 2023-2024 3 Researchers actively recruited patients aged 6 months to 64 years with acute respiratory illness at Marshfield Clinic Health System outpatient facilities between October 2023 and May 2024. Respiratory specimens were tested using multiplex real-time reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) to identify influenza cases; controls were influenza-negative. Analyses were restricted to ccIIV4 recipients and unvaccinated participants. Among 1,850 participants, 228 were aged 6 months to 3 years, 230 aged 4 to 8 years, 363 aged 9 to 17 years, and 1,029 aged 18 to 64 years. Adjusted VE of ccIIV4 against any influenza was 60% (95% CI, 47%−70%) in persons 6 months to 64 years. Adjusted VE was 88% (95% CI, 64%-97%) among children aged 6 months to 3 years, 63% (95% CI, 39%−78%) among children aged 4 to 17 years, and 50% (95% CI, 29%−65%) among adults 18 to 64 years. Adjusted VE against influenza B was 72% (95% CI, 49%–86%) overall. Analysis revealed that ccIIV4 was effective against medically attended, laboratory-confirmed influenza in 2023-24. ccIIV4 effectiveness was highest in children 6 months to 3 years of age and for influenza B in persons 6 months to 64 years. Relative vaccine effectiveness of adjuvanted quadrivalent inactivated influenza vaccine (aQIV) vs high-dose quadrivalent inactivated influenza vaccine (HD-QIV) for prevention of test-confirmed influenza during the 2022-2023 influenza season 4 This retrospective test negative design (TND) study included US adults age ≥65 years vaccinated with aQIV or HD-QIV who presented with acute respiratory or febrile illness during the 2022-2023 influenza season in any emergency department and/or inpatient admissions settings. Test-positive cases and test-negative controls were grouped by vaccine received. The rVE was evaluated using a doubly robust approach, combining inverse probability of treatment weighting (IPTW) and logistic regression to adjust for potential confounders. After applying eligibility criteria, 30,911 tested vaccinated patients were included (2,361 positive cases and 28,550 negative controls). No significant differences were found in the rVE of aQIV vs. HD-QIV in preventing test-confirmed influenza in any setting (-2.5% (95% CI: [-13.4 to 7.4]) or in ED/IP settings (0.0% [-15.9 to 13.7]). Researchers found that, consistent with prior evidence, these results show comparability between aQIV and HD-QIV for preventing test-confirmed influenza in any setting and in ED/IP settings among US adults ≥65 years during the 2022-2023 season. Study Limitations The above studies featuring RWE were subject to the typical limitations associated with retrospective analyses. Unmeasured and residual confounding remain a potential source of bias as in all observational research. The amount and quality of data available on individuals may vary and clinical and claims data do not include all data that could inform and adjust for health seeking behavior, such as individual or contextual socioeconomic data. Studies included outcomes which were obtained as part of routine care and not performed according to pre-set screening criteria, including test confirmed influenza in the retrospective test-negative designs. Vaccination in these observational studies was not randomly assigned. About Seasonal Influenza Influenza is a common, contagious seasonal respiratory disease that may cause severe illness and life-threatening complications in some people.5 Influenza can lead to clinical symptoms varying from mild to moderate respiratory illness to severe complications, hospitalization and in some cases, death.5 Because transmission of influenza viruses to others may occur before symptoms develop and up to five to seven days after becoming sick, the disease can be easily transmitted to others.5 The CDC recommends annual vaccination for people aged six months and older, who do not have any contraindications.6 Since it takes about two weeks after vaccination for antibodies to develop in the body that help protect against influenza virus infection, it is recommended that people get vaccinated before influenza begins spreading in their community.6 The CDC recommends that for most people who need only one dose of flu vaccine, vaccination should ideally happen in September or October.6 About CSL Seqirus CSL Seqirus is part of CSL (ASX: CSL). As a global leader in the protection of public health and one of the largest influenza vaccine providers in the world, CSL Seqirus is committed to preventing infectious diseases, like influenza and COVID-19, and is a transcontinental partner in pandemic preparedness. With state-of-the-art production facilities in the U.S., the U.K. and Australia, and leading R&D capabilities, CSL Seqirus offers a broad portfolio of innovative, differentiated influenza vaccines in more than 20 countries around the world. For more information about CSL Seqirus, visit . About CSL CSL (ASX:CSL) (USOTC:CSLLY) is a global biotechnology company with a dynamic portfolio of lifesaving medicines, including those that treat hemophilia and immune deficiencies, vaccines to prevent influenza, and therapies in iron deficiency and nephrology. Since our start in 1916, we have been driven by our promise to save lives using the latest technologies. Today, CSL – including our three businesses: CSL Behring, CSL Seqirus and CSL Vifor – provides lifesaving products to patients in more than 100 countries and employs 32,000 people. Our unique combination of commercial strength, R&D focus and operational excellence enables us to identify, develop and deliver innovations so our patients can live life to the fullest. For inspiring stories about the promise of biotechnology, visit CSL.com/we-are-csl/vita-original-stories and follow us on Twitter.com/CSL. For more information about CSL, visit . Intended Audience This press release is issued from CSL Seqirus in Summit, New Jersey, USA and is intended to provide information about our global business. Please be aware that information relating to the approval status and labels of approved CSL Seqirus products may vary from country to country. Please consult your local regulatory authority on the approval status of CSL Seqirus products. Forward-Looking Statements This press release may contain forward-looking statements, including statements regarding future results, performance or achievements. These statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause our actual results, performance or achievements to be materially different from any future results, performances or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements. These statements reflect our current views with respect to future events and are based on assumptions and subject to risks and uncertainties. Given these uncertainties, you should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. FLUCELVAX® (Influenza Vaccine) IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION What is FLUCELVAX® (Influenza Vaccine)? FLUCELVAX is a vaccine that helps protect people aged 6 months and older from the flu. Vaccination with FLUCELVAX may not protect all people who receive the vaccine. Who should not receive FLUCELVAX? You should not receive FLUCELVAX if you have a history of severe allergic reactions (e.g., anaphylaxis) to any component of the vaccine. Before receiving FLUCELVAX, tell your healthcare provider about all medical conditions, including if you: have ever had Guillain-Barré syndrome (severe muscle weakness) within six weeks after getting a flu vaccine. The decision to give FLUCELVAX should be made by your healthcare provider, based on careful consideration of the potential benefits and risks. have problems with your immune system or are taking certain medications that suppress your immune system, as these may reduce your immune response to the vaccine have ever fainted when receiving a vaccine What are the most common side effects of FLUCELVAX? pain and/or redness where the vaccine was given headache extreme tiredness muscle aches Additional side effects seen in children include: tenderness, bruising and/or a raised hardened area where the vaccine was given sleepiness irritability diarrhea changes in eating habits feeling unwell (malaise) These are not all of the possible side effects of FLUCELVAX. You can ask your healthcare provider for more information and for advice about any side effects that concern you. What do I do if I have side effects? Report any severe or unusual side effects to your healthcare provider. To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact CSL Seqirus a t 1-855-358-8966 or VAERS at 1 ‐ 800 ‐ 822 ‐ 7967 or . Before receiving this vaccine, please see the full US Prescribing Information for FLUCELVAX. You can ask your healthcare provider or pharmacist for information about FLUCELVAX that is written for healthcare professionals. FLUAD ® (Influenza Vaccine, Adjuvanted) IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION What is FLUAD® (Influenza Vaccine, Adjuvanted)? FLUAD is a vaccine that helps protect people aged 65 years and older from the flu. Vaccination with FLUAD may not protect all people who receive the vaccine. Who should not receive FLUAD? You should not receive FLUAD if you have a history of severe allergic reactions (e.g., anaphylaxis) to any component of the vaccine, including egg protein, or to a previous influenza vaccine. Before receiving FLUAD, tell your healthcare provider about all medical conditions, including if you: have ever had Guillain-Barré syndrome (severe muscle weakness) within six weeks after getting a flu vaccine. The decision to give FLUAD should be made by your healthcare provider, based on careful consideration of the potential benefits and risks have problems with your immune system or are taking certain medications that suppress your immune system, as these may reduce your immune response to the vaccine have ever fainted when receiving a vaccine What are the most common side effects of FLUAD? Pain and tenderness where vaccine was given Muscle ache Tiredness Headache These are not all of the possible side effects of FLUAD. You can ask your healthcare provider for more information and for advice about any side effects that concern you. What do I do if I have side effects? Report any severe or unusual side effects to your healthcare provider . To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact CSL Seqirus at 1-855-358-8966 or VAERS at 1-800-822-7967 and . Before receiving this vaccine, please see the full US Prescribing Information for FLUAD. You can ask your healthcare provider or pharmacist for information about FLUAD that is written for healthcare professionals. ### USA-CRP-24-0029 MEDIA CONTACT Em Dekonor +44 (0)7920500496 [email protected] REFERENCES 1 Stein, A. et al (2024). Relative vaccine effectiveness of cell-based versus egg-based quadrivalent influenza vaccines against test-confirmed influenza in the United States 2022-23 influenza season. 2 Imran, M. et al (2024). Relative effectiveness of cell-based influenza vaccines versus egg-based influenza vaccines: A review of test-confirmed and clinical diagnosis-based influenza outcomes. 3 Huong Q Nguyen et al. (2024) Effectiveness of cell culture-based inactivated influenza vaccine against medically-attended, laboratory-confirmed influenza in Wisconsin, US, 2023-2024. 4 Imran, M. et al (2024). Relative vaccine effectiveness of adjuvanted quadrivalent inactivated influenza vaccine (aQIV) vs high-dose quadrivalent inactivated influenza vaccine (HD-QIV) for prevention of test-confirmed influenza during the 2022-2023 influenza season. 5 CDC. (2024). Key Facts About Influenza (Flu). Retrieved from: . Accessed September 2024. 6 CDC. (2024). Who Needs a Flu Vaccine and When. Retrieved from: . Accessed September 2024. SOURCE CSL Seqirus WANT YOUR COMPANY'S NEWS FEATURED ON PRNEWSWIRE.COM? 440k+ Newsrooms & Influencers 9k+ Digital Media Outlets 270k+ Journalists Opted In GET STARTED

Strong CSL Behring portfolio growth especially Ig FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS 4 Revenue $8.05 billion, up 11% at CC3 NPAT $1.90 billion1, up 17% NPAT $1.94 billion1 at CC3, up 20% NPATA $2.02 billion1,2 , up 11% NPATA $2.06 billion1,2 at CC3, up 13% NPATA1,2 earnings per share $4.182, up 11% NPATA1,2 earnings per share $4.26 at CC3 up 13% Interim dividend 5 of US$1.19 per share Converted to Australian currency, the interim dividend is approximately A$1.81 per share, up 12% Guidance reaffirmed – FY24 NPATA2,4 anticipated to be in the range of approximately $2.9 billion to $3.0 billion2 at CC3 MELBOURNE, Australia, Feb. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- CSL Limited (ASX:CSL; USOTC:CSLLY) today announces a reported net profit after tax of $1.90 billion1 for the 6 months ended 31 December 2023, up 20% on a constant currency basis3. Underlying profit (NPATA) was $2.02 billion1,2, up 13% on a constant currency basis to $2.06 billion1,2,3. Dr. Paul McKenzie, CSL's Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director said, "Our strong first-half result for the 2024 financial year was driven by CSL Behring's exceptional performance across its portfolio, especially immunoglobulins. The plasma initiatives we have implemented are starting to drive gross margin recovery. "CSL Seqirus achieved solid growth in a challenging season. Its portfolio of differentiated products outperformed the market. "For CSL Vifor we are well prepared for the transitioning iron market." PERFORMANCE CSL Behring Total revenue was $5,238 million, up 14%3 when compared to the prior comparable period. Immunoglobulin (Ig) product sales of $2,757 million, increased 23%3 with strong growth recorded across all geographies driven by global plasma supply and patient demand. PRIVIGEN® / INTRAGRAM® (Immune Globulin Intravenous (Human), 10% Liquid) sales grew 27%3 as the momentum from the prior year continued in improving product availability and patient diagnosis rates. HIZENTRA® (Immune Globulin Subcutaneous (Human), 20% Liquid) sales were up 18%3 driven by patient diagnosis rates. HIZENTRA® continues to be the clear market leader for subcutaneous immunoglobulin. Underlying demand for Ig continues to be strong due to significant patient needs in core indications – namely Primary Immune Deficiency, Secondary Immune Deficiency and Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy (CIDP). Albumin sales of $613 million, were up 8%3. Sales were strong in emerging markets with solid growth in the US and Europe. Growth in China was modest, tempered by competitive pressure. Haemophilia product sales of $662 million increased 8%3. IDELVION®, CSL Behring's novel long-acting recombinant factor IX product achieved growth of 7%3 and continues to be the market leader in key markets. HEMGENIX®, the first and only gene therapy for haemophilia B was successfully launched in the US in FY23 and patient referrals have been accelerating. The haemophilia A market continued to be competitive resulting in a modest decline in sales for AFSTYLA®, a novel recombinant factor VIII product. Plasma-derived haemophilia products, however, achieved growth of 8% driven by HUMATE® / HAEMATE®, therapies for the treatment of patients with von Willebrand disease. Specialty products sales of $976 million, were up 6%3 led predominately by demand for KCENTRA® and HAEGARDA®. KCENTRA® (4 factor prothrombin complex concentrate) recorded sales growth of 12%3, as it continues to further penetrate the warfarin reversal market in the US. HAEGARDA®, our therapy for patients with Hereditary Angioedema, increased 9%, driven by the continued shift from on-demand to prophylaxis treatment and a strong performance in the UK and Europe. Garadacimab (Anti-FXIIa) for HAE, was filed for regulatory approval in the US and EU. Plasma Collections Plasma collections remain strong. The cost of collections, which includes donor compensation and labour, continued to trend down. A new roll out plan for the RIKA plasmapheresis devices was developed. Deployment across the US fleet is expected over the next 18 months. In addition, results from an individualised nomogram trial conducted by our supplier have been submitted for regulatory approval. CSL Seqirus Total revenue of $1,804 million, was up 2%3 driven by the adjuvanted influenza vaccine FLUAD®, which increased by 14%3. This growth was achieved against a backdrop of reduced rates of immunisation and highlights the strength of CSL Seqirus' differentiated product portfolio. During the period: Self-amplifying mRNA vaccine for COVID was approved by Japan's Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare aQIVc, a next generation influenza vaccine combining adjuvant technology with cell-based manufacturing, enrolled its last patient in the Phase III clinical study in January 2024. CSL Vifor Total revenue was $1,011 million. The prior comparable period included only 5 months revenue following the acquisition of Vifor Pharma in August 2022. During the period: Preparations were made for the transitioning iron market There was strong performance from the long-acting erythropoiesis-stimulating agent, MIRCERA® TAVNEOS® was successfully launched in multiple European countries While the strategic potential of the business remains strong, we have dampened our near-term growth aspirations for CSL Vifor. Expense Performance Research and development (R&D) expenses were $669 million8 , up 11%3 when compared to the prior comparable period. The increase in expenses reflects higher costs associated with the progression of the R&D portfolio and investment in R&D infrastructure. Selling and marketing expenses (S&M) were $707 million8, up 2%3 in comparison to the prior comparable period. An additional month of CSL Vifor and an increase in labour costs accounts for the increase in S&M expenses while other S&M expenses were held in line with the prior comparable period. General and administrative (G&A) expenses were $323 million8, down 7%3 due to favourable foreign exchange differences and efficiencies generated from the centralisation of the group's Enabling Functions. Depreciation and amortisation (D&A) expense (excluding acquired intellectual property) was $297 million, up 1%3. Net finance costs were $234 million9, up 32%3. The increase in net finance costs was due to the debt associated with the acquisition of Vifor Pharma and higher interest rates. Financial position Cashflow from operations was $1,069 million, up 9%. The increase was driven by higher profitability and overall growth in sales. This was partly offset by higher payments for income tax and interest. Cash outflow from investing was $702 million, down significantly when compared to the prior comparable period as payment for the acquisition of Vifor Pharma was made in the prior period. CSL's balance sheet remains in a strong position with net assets of $19,162 million. Current assets increased by 10% to $10,146 million. The main driver was an increase in receivables due to the increase in sales and the seasonality of CSL Seqirus. Non-current assets increased by 1% to $27,158 million in comparison to the previous year. Current liabilities increased by 2% to $4,718 million. The increase in interest-bearing liabilities and borrowings (bank debt) was offset by the decrease in trade and other payables and current tax liabilities. Non-current liabilities decreased by 3% to $13,424 million. The decrease was due to the reclassification of certain bank borrowings as current, coupled with repayment across the Group's debt portfolio including the private placement senior notes. Outlook (at FY23 exchange rates) Commenting on CSL's outlook, Dr. McKenzie said, "For FY24, I am pleased to reaffirm our previous guidance. CSL's underlying profit, NPATA is expected be in the range of approximately $2.9 billion to $3.0 billion at constant currency3, representing growth over FY23 of approximately 13-17%[6]" "CSL is in a strong position to deliver annualised double-digit earnings growth over the medium term. "The strong growth in our immunoglobulins franchise is expected to continue as patient demand remains strong. "We have a number of initiatives underway in plasma collections that are improving efficiencies and processing times, supporting continued expansion in CSL Behring's gross margin. "Our transformational gene therapy product for haemophilia B patients, HEMGENIX®, is attracting significant interest from patients and health care professionals and patient referrals have accelerated. We expect more patients dosed in the second half of this financial year. "CSL Seqirus has performed well in a challenging season. However, due to the seasonality of this business we anticipate it to post a loss in the second half of the fiscal year. "For CSL Vifor, we are operating within an evolving iron market. While there are challenges for near-term growth, we are well positioned for iron competition in the EU and further geographic expansion. Our focus remains on unlocking value by leveraging capabilities across the CSL group", Dr. McKenzie concluded. In compiling the company's financial forecasts for FY24, a number of key variables that may have a significant impact on guidance have been identified and these have been included in the endnote[7]. FURTHER INFORMATION Additional details about CSL's results are included in the company's 4D statement, investor presentation slides and webcast, all of which can be found on CSL's website A glossary of medical terms can also be found on the website. 1 Attributable to CSL shareholders 2 Statutory net profit after tax (NPAT) before impairment and amortisation of acquired intellectual property, business acquisition and integration costs and the unwind of the inventory fair value uplift. 3 Constant currency (CC) removes the impact of exchange rate movements, facilitating the comparability of operational performance. For further detail refer to CSL's Financial Statements for the Half Year ended December 2023 (Directors Report). 4 All figures are expressed in US dollars unless otherwise stated. 5 For shareholders with an Australian registered address, the interim dividend of US$1.19 per share (approximately A$1.81) is expected to be paid on 3 April 2024. For shareholders with a New Zealand registered address the interim dividend of US$1.19 per share (approximately NZ$1.94) is expected to be paid on 3 April 2024. The exchange rates will be fixed at the record date of 12 March 2024. All other shareholders will be paid in US$. CSL also offers shareholders the opportunity to receive dividend payments in US$ by direct credit to a US bank account. 6 % growth rates excludes the one-off gain from the sale of property in FY23 (NPATA $44m). 7 Key variables that could cause actual results to differ materially include: the success and timing of research and development activities; decisions by regulatory authorities regarding approval of our products as well as their decisions regarding label claims; competitive developments affecting our products; the ability to successfully market new and existing products; difficulties or delays in manufacturing; ability to collect plasma; trade buying patterns and fluctuations in interest and currency exchange rates; legislation or regulations that affect product production, distribution, pricing, reimbursement, access or tax; acquisitions and divestitures; research collaborations; litigation or government investigations; and CSL's ability to protect its patents and other intellectual property. 8 Underlying results are adjusted to exclude amortisation of acquired intellectual property ($132 million), business acquisition and integrations costs and the unwind of the inventory fair value uplift. 9 At reported currency For further information, please contact: Investors: Bernard Ronchi Director, Investor Relations CSL Limited P: +61 3 9389 3470 E: [email protected] Stephen McKeon Director, Investor Relations CSL Limited P: +61 402 231 696 E: [email protected] Media: Jimmy Baker Communications CSL Limited P: +61 450 909 211 E: [email protected] SOURCE CSL Limited