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Instinet Pacific Limited, authorized and regulated by the Securities and Futures Commission of Hong Kong;
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This communication is not a research report. It does not contain trading ideas or an analysis or information sufficient upon which to base an investment decision with respect to any security or trading strategy. The person(s) who prepared this communication is not a research analyst and is not licensed or registered as such with the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO) or the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA). This communication is not subject to Regulation AC under the Exchange Act or other rules that provide for the independence of research analysts or investment research. Conflicts of interest may exist as a result of the interactions between the person(s) who prepared this communication and other personnel of Instinet or its affiliates. Among other things, the person(s) who prepared this communication may receive compensation based, directly or indirectly, on commissions or profits earned by Instinet on transactions performed in securities mentioned herein, including any transaction by you.
The information, tools and material presented in this communication are based on the observations and views of Instinet’s sales or trading personnel of various market and trading data, including, but not limited to, trading volumes, oversold/undersold indicators and other technical information, market color, published news stories or research prepared by independent research providers.
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Disclaimer for U.S. Institutional Investors (QIB’s)
Rule 15a-6 Form Disclosures and Disclaimers for Sales Commentary sent directly to U.S. Major U.S. Institutional Investors and Brokers
Notice to U.S. investors: This communication has been prepared by Instinet Canada Limited ("ICL"), a financial services company authorized to engage in securities activities in Canada. ICL is not a registered broker-dealer in the United States. This communication is provided for distribution to U.S. Institutional Investors and to U.S.-registered broker-dealers in reliance on the exemption from registration provided by Rule 15a-6 of the U.S. Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Any U.S. investor receiving this communication who wishes to effect transactions in any security mentioned herein or any related derivative instrument should do so through Instinet, LLC ("ILLC") and not through ICL.
This communication is provided for general informational purposes only, and is not intended as a specific recommendation or an offer or solicitation for the purchase or sale of any security or other financial instrument. This communication is not intended to be an analysis of any particular issuer or security; nor is it intended to provide information sufficient upon which to base an investment decision in any particular instance. Any investment decision by you should be based on your specific investment objectives and financial situation. THIS COMMUNICATION IS NOT A RESEARCH REPORT. The author of this communication is not a research analyst and is not licensed or registered as such with any U.S. or non-U.S regulatory authority. This communication is not subject to Regulation AC under the Exchange Act or other rules that provide for the independence of research analysts or investment research. Conflicts of interest may exist as a result of the author’s interaction with the sales and trading personnel of ICL or its affiliates, including ILLC. Among other things, the author may receive compensation based on commissions or profits earned by ICL on transactions performed in securities mentioned in this communication. ICL or its affiliates, including ILLC, may engage in securities transactions that are not consistent with the information and or positions expressed in this communication. ICL or its affiliates, including ILLC, may trade in the securities (or in related derivatives) referred to in this communication. ICL affiliates, including ILLC, may have provided investment banking or other services to the issuers mentioned herein and may solicit such services in the future. Other potential conflicts may exist with regard to this communication and the other businesses or activities of ICL or its affiliates, including ILLC.
The views expressed herein may differ from the information, views or analysis expressed by ICL’s affiliates, including ILLC. The information contained herein should not be construed as an indication or prediction of future results. Investing in any non-U.S. securities or related financial instruments mentioned in this communication may present certain risks. The securities of non-U.S. issuers may not be registered with, or be subject to the regulations of, the SEC in the United States. Information on such non-U.S. securities or related financial instruments may be limited. Non-U.S. companies may not subject to audit and reporting standards and regulatory requirements comparable to those in effect in the United States. The value of any investment or income from any securities or related derivative instruments denominated in a currency other than U.S. dollars is subject to exchange rate fluctuations that may have a positive or adverse effect on the value of or income from such securities or related derivative instruments.
The information contained herein has been obtained from or is based upon sources believed to be reliable, but none of ICL, the author or ILLC makes any representation or warranty as to its accuracy, adequacy or completeness. The recipient is directed to the original source of any material referenced herein for additional information. The information contained in this communication is as of the date specified herein. None of ICL, the author or ILLC undertakes any obligation to monitor or update the information. All disclaimers set out above with respect to ICL apply equally to ILLC. Without limiting the foregoing, neither ILLC nor any of its directors, officers, employees or agents shall have any liability for any loss that may arise (whether direct or consequential) for any error, inaccuracy or incompleteness of fact or opinion in this communication or lack of care in its preparation or publication.
GLOSSARY OF KEY TERMS
"Supervisor" means an individual given responsibility and authority by ICL, and approved by CIRO, to manage the activities of ICL’s other employees, partners, Directors and officers, to ensure they comply with CIRO requirements and securities legislation in conducting their and ICL’s securities-related activities.
"advertisement(s) or advertising" include television or radio commercials or commentaries, newspaper and magazine advertisements or commentaries, and any published material including materials disseminated or made available electronically promoting the business of ICL.
"sales literature" includes any written or electronic communication other than advertisements and correspondence, distributed to or made generally available to a client or potential client which includes a recommendation with respect to a security or trading strategy. Sales literature includes but is not limited to records, videotapes and similar material, market letters, research reports, circulars, promotional seminar text, telemarketing scripts and reprints or excerpts of any other sales literature or published material, but does not include preliminary prospectuses and prospectuses.
"correspondence" means any written or electronic business related communication prepared for delivery to a single current or prospective client, and not for dissemination to multiple clients or to the general public.
"trading strategy" means a broad general approach to investments including matters such as the use of specific products, leverage, frequency of trading or a method of selecting particular investments but does not include specific trade or sectoral weighting recommendations.
"research report" means any written or electronic communication that ICL has distributed or will distribute to its clients or the general public, which contains an analyst's recommendation concerning the purchase, sale or holding of a security (but shall exclude all government debt and government guaranteed debt).
An "Investment Analysis Tool" typically uses mathematical formulas and assumptions to calculate the probability of certain investment outcomes. It is an interactive technological tool that produces simulations and statistical analyses that present the likelihood of various investment outcomes if certain investments are made or certain investment strategies or styles are undertaken, thereby serving as an additional resource to investors in the evaluation of the potential risks and returns of investment choices. Investment Analysis Tools include Quant Research for the purposes of this Checklist and ICL’s Communications Policy.
"Qualified Institutional Buyer" or "QIB" refer to entities deemed to be an accredited investor for the purposes of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s Rule 510 of Regulation D.
Rev. June 17, 2022