Taxation on UK stocks

For UK stocks, a PTM levy and Stamp Duty may be applicable. A PTM (Panel for Takeovers and Mergers) levy of GBP 1 applied to buy and sell transactions where the Gross Value of the trade exceeds GBP 10,000. Stamp duty represents 0.5% on all stock purchases and 1% on all purchases of Irish Securities.

Taxation on Swiss stocks

For Swiss stocks, a Stamp Tax of 0.075% is payable on the gross value of the trade.

Currency Conversions

Currency conversions are done using the close rate at New York (17:00 New York Local Time) plus/minus 0.5%.

Dividends from Stock Positions

Dividend payments from stock positions will be credited to your account, less any applicable withholding taxes.

Odd Lots in Nordic Markets

Orders traded in the Nordic markets (Denmark, Sweden and Norway) may be split into an "even lot" which will be traded, and a remainder which may be routed to an odd-lot order book. For the parts of an order routed to the odd-lot order book:

• Limit orders will be filled if possible or left until a fill is possible
• Market orders will be filled immediately if possible, or otherwise cancelled (fill or kill principle)

The value of shares may rise or fall and you may not get back the amount originally invested. Please ensure you fully understand the risks involved, seeking independent advice if necessary.

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