Martin Sjolund appointed President and Chief Executive Officer, effective June 17, 2025

Vikram Atal to serve as senior advisor through December 31, 2025

NORFOLK, Va., April 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — PRA Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: PRAA), a global leader in acquiring and collecting nonperforming loans, today announced that its Board of Directors has appointed President of PRA Group Europe Martin Sjolund to serve as President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective June 17, 2025. Sjolund succeeds current President and CEO Vikram Atal, who announced that he will retire and serve as a senior advisor through December 31, 2025. Sjolund will be appointed to the Board upon assuming the role of President and CEO, and Atal will retire from the Board at that time.

“On behalf of the Board, I want to thank Vik for his leadership of PRA Group during a pivotal time,” said Executive Chair of the Board Steve Fredrickson. “Today’s announcement is the culmination of the Board’s ongoing succession planning process and commitment to enabling long-term, profitable growth.”

“It has been a privilege to lead PRA Group through this transformative time in the company’s history,” said Atal. “Since March 2023, I have worked closely with Martin, and I am highly confident in his ability to further strengthen our global leadership position. His strong track record in our European business, extensive industry knowledge, thoughtful leadership and commitment to our culture and customers will build on our strengths and create meaningful value for our shareholders in the years to come.”

“I am honored to have the opportunity to lead PRA Group as we enter our next phase of growth,” said Sjolund. “As a team, we have already achieved record global portfolio purchases and double-digit cash growth, expanded our leadership team, improved operational processes and strengthened our capital structure. These actions have positioned us to continue driving the company forward while delivering value to our shareholders.”

About Martin Sjolund
Sjolund has served as President of PRA Group Europe since 2018, providing leadership across 15 markets in Europe, Canada and Australia. During his tenure, Sjolund oversaw nearly $3 billion of successful portfolio investments across Europe, all while significantly improving the profitability of the European business. He led our expansion into two new markets, modernized the IT infrastructure and contact platforms, enhanced the data and analytics function and ultimately created one of Europe’s most cost-efficient debt buying platforms.

Before being promoted to his current role, Sjolund served as Chief Operating Officer of Europe from 2015 until 2018. He was previously Director of Group Strategy and Corporate Development (Europe), a position he also held at Aktiv Kapital from 2011 until PRA Group acquired Aktiv Kapital in 2014.

Prior to joining Aktiv Kapital, Sjolund held leadership positions in global technology companies and was a management consultant with McKinsey & Company in Singapore and London. Sjolund holds an MBA from the University of Chicago and is a graduate of Georgetown University.

About PRA Group
As a global leader in acquiring and collecting nonperforming loans, PRA Group, Inc. returns capital to banks and other creditors to help expand financial services for consumers in the Americas, Europe and Australia. With thousands of employees worldwide, PRA Group companies collaborate with customers to help them resolve their debt. For more information, please visit www.pragroup.com.

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STOCKHOLM, April 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Between 31 March 2025 and 4 April 2025 EQT AB (LEI code 213800U7P9GOIRKCTB34) (“EQT”) has repurchased in total 602,996 own ordinary shares (ISIN: SE0012853455).

The repurchases form part of the repurchase program of a maximum of 4,931,018 own ordinary shares for a total maximum amount of SEK 2,500,000,000 that EQT announced on 11 March 2025. The repurchase program, which runs between 12 March 2025 and 16 May 2025, is being carried out in accordance with the Market Abuse Regulation (EU) No 596/2014 and the Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) No 2016/1052.

EQT ordinary shares have been repurchased as follows:

Date:	Aggregated volume  (number of shares):	Weighted average  share price per day (SEK):	Aggregated  transaction value (SEK):
31 March 2025	106,000	304.2864 Advertisement	32,254,358.40
1 April 2025	115,000	313.2291	36,021,346.50
2 April 2025	115,000	315.0153	36,226,759.50
3 April 2025 Advertisement	140,000	300.9577	42,134,078.00
4 April 2025	126,996	276.3182	35,091,306.13
Total accumulated over week 14	602,996	301.3749 Advertisement	181,727,848.53
Total accumulated during the repurchase program	2,043,962	312.7275	639,203,038.72

All acquisitions have been carried out on Nasdaq Stockholm by Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken AB on behalf of EQT.

Following the above acquisitions and as of 4 April 2025, the number of shares in EQT, including EQT’s holding of own shares is set out in the table below.

	Ordinary shares	Class C shares1	Total     Advertisement
Number of issued shares2	1,241,510,911	496,056	1,242,006,967
Number of shares owned by EQT AB3	61,968,153	–	61,968,153
Number of outstanding shares	1,179,542,758 Advertisement	496,056	1,180,038,814
1) Carry one tenth (1/10) of a vote 2) Total number of shares in EQT AB, i.e. including the number of shares owned by EQT AB 3) EQT AB shares owned by EQT AB are not entitled to dividends or carry votes at shareholders’ meetings

A full breakdown of the transactions is attached to this announcement.

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Digital Wealth Management Platforms (DWMP) Market Set for Explosive Growth, Projected to Reach $18.59 Billion by 2030

MIDDLETON, Mass., April 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — QKS Group, a premier market intelligence and advisory firm, has unveiled its latest comprehensive analysis of the global Digital Wealth Management Platforms (DWMP) Market, providing crucial insights for industry leaders aiming to capitalize on this rapidly evolving segment. The newly released reports- ‘Market Share: Digital Wealth Management Platforms (DWMP), 2024, Worldwide & Regional Report’ and ‘Market Forecast: Digital Wealth Management Platforms (DWMP), 2025-2030, Worldwide & Regional Report’ – reveal a projected market valuation of $18.59 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 16.16% from 2025 to 2030. This analysis equips businesses with the strategic intelligence needed to navigate the dynamic DWMP landscape and make informed decisions as the market scales new heights.

The Next Growth Frontier in Digital Wealth Management Platforms (DWMP)

Digital Wealth Management Platforms (DWMPs) are reshaping financial services by integrating AI, machine learning, data analytics, and blockchain to deliver automated, data-driven wealth management. These platforms unify disparate systems, providing real-time portfolio visibility and personalized financial advice aligned with client goals and risk profiles. AI-powered automation streamlines tasks such as portfolio rebalancing, onboarding, and reporting, improving operational efficiency. Embedded compliance tools ensure regulatory adherence with minimal manual oversight. Blockchain enhances transaction transparency and data integrity in asset transfers. DWMPs support omnichannel client engagement, enabling 24/7 access via digital portals and mobile apps. As fintech competition rises, DWMPs equip institutions with scalable, secure, and agile solutions to remain competitive in a digital-first landscape.

According to Sriram S R, Senior Analyst at QKS Group, “The accelerating adoption of Digital Wealth Management Platforms (DWMPs) is driven by the convergence of AI-powered financial analytics, real-time data integration, and the demand for hyper-personalized, regulatory-compliant client experiences. By unifying front-to-back-office functions, automating routine advisory tasks, and enabling seamless omnichannel engagement, DWMPs empower wealth managers to scale operations, enhance portfolio performance, and remain agile in an increasingly digital and client-centric financial ecosystem.”

Key Market Insights from QKS Group’s Report

• Global and Regional Market Analysis: An in-depth examination of worldwide and regional DWMP adoption trends, competitive landscapes, and future growth projections.
• Competitive Benchmarking: A comparative analysis of top DWMP vendors, their market positioning, and strategic differentiators.
• Industry Adoption Trends: Insights into which sectors are investing most heavily in DWMP solutions and why.
• Technology Disruption & AI’s Role in DWMP: Explore how AI, predictive and prescriptive analytics, cloud-native architectures, Digital Banking and Digital applications, and API-driven integrations are redefining Digital Wealth Management Platforms -enabling hyper-personalized advice, real-time portfolio insights, and intelligent automation across the wealth management lifecycle.

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The report covers key industry players, including Additiv, Avaloq, Backbase, Blackrock, Broadridge, Comarch, Crealogix, EdgeVerve (Finacle), Envestnet, Finastra, Intellect Design, InvestCloud, Linedata, LSEG, Nest Wealth, Prometeia, SS&C Tech, TCS and others.

Why This Matters for DWMP Vendors

For CEOs, CFOs, and CSOs of Digital Wealth Management Platform (DWMP) providers, these insights are critical for identifying emerging demand patterns, optimizing go-to-market strategies, and staying ahead of fintech disruptors. As financial institutions accelerate digital transformation and prioritize hyper-personalized client engagement, vendors must offer DWMP solutions with advanced AI capabilities, open APIs, and end-to-end data integration- empowering advisors with real-time intelligence and enabling scalable, compliant, and client-centric advisory models.

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