General Meeting of Shareholders of Vontobel Holding AG: clear ...

Vontobel Holding AGPress release about the 2013 Ordinary General Meeting of Shareholders of Vontobel Holding AG23 April 2013General Meeting of Shareholders of Vontobel Holding AG: clear majorityof shareholders approve Board of Directors’ proposals – DominicBrenninkmeyer and Nicolas Oltramare elected to Board of DirectorsAt today's General Meeting, the shareholders of Vontobel Holding AG approved all theproposals put forward by the Board of Directors by a very clear majority. They also voted infavour of a divided of CHF 1.20 per share, and elected the two entrepreneurs DominicBrenninkmeyer and Nicolas Oltramare as new members of the Board of Directors.At the General Meeting held today, the shareholders of Vontobel Holding AG approved the AnnualReport, Annual Financial Statements and Group Financial Statements for 2012 by a clear majorityand granted discharge to the members of the Board of Directors and the Management. Theshareholders also agreed to the proposed dividend of CHF 1.20 per share for the 2012 financialyear (prior year: CHF 1.10 per share).Both Prof. Dr. Ann-Kristin Achleitner and Dr. Philippe Cottier decided for personal reasons not tostand for re-election to the Board of Directors. The General Meeting thus elected the twoentrepreneurs Dominic Brenninkmeyer and Nicolas Oltramare as new members of the Board ofDirectors, for a term of one year. The existing members of the Board of Directors Herbert J.Scheidt (Chairman), Bruno Basler, Peter Quadri, Dr. Frank Schnewlin, Clara C. Streit and MarcelZoller were re-elected for a further term of one year. Ernst & Young AG, Zurich, was alsoreappointed as statutory auditors for a period of one year.In his speech, Chairman Herbert J. Scheidt started by marking the anniversary of the 30 th GeneralMeeting of Vontobel Holding AG and by paying tribute to Honorary Chairman Dr. Hans Vontobelin his 70 th year of service: “Both these anniversaries are symbolic of two key mainstays for theVontobel Group, namely the close ties with our owner families and the responsibility we have toour shareholders.” Taking a look back, Herbert J. Scheidt emphasized Vontobel’s "down-to-earthmindset" and "forward-looking approach", praising these as essential facets throughoutVontobel’s history as illustrated in the recent publication “Vontobel 1924 to 2012”. Turning tothe future, he summarised his views in four key points. First he highlighted how politicalinstitutions are overextended with the challenges posed by the current financial and economiccrisis, and went on to stress the importance that privacy and respect for property have for thecompetitiveness of the financial sector. He also outlined the advantages of a broadly basedbusiness model in crisis periods, adding that banks in general can ultimately only be successful ifthey can clearly show the significance of the sector for society as a whole and strengthen trust:Vontobel Holding AG Gotthardstrasse 43 Telephone +41 (0)58 283 59 00CH-8022 Zurich Fax +41 (0)58 283 75 00

Page 2/2“We have to be upstanding and credible, do what we say we will do, and judge ourselves by ourown standards. All the better that we can do so on the basis of a value system and reputationsuch as that established by Vontobel over nearly 90 years.“ It is this, said Herbert J. Scheidt inclosing, that makes him optimistic for the success of the company in 2013 and beyond.CEO Dr. Zeno Staub first looked at Vontobel’s business performance in 2012. He went on toreiterate its declared goal of seizing the opportunities offered by the fundamental changes in theglobal financial industry and of seeking to actively shape the change process via the company’stried-and-tested strategy. “The new realities in the financial industry are bringing about areassessment, and thus a shift in market shares. Strong financial institutions – Vontobel amongthem – are opening up attractive opportunities for growth, both organically and via acquisitions.We will be able to harness the possibilities that arise.” With regard to business performance inQ1, he added: “Thanks to the good market performance and the ongoing inflow of new money,the volume of client assets is up both year-on-year and compared with Q4 2012. Additionalassets were acquired predominantly in the institutional segment, and Asset Management posted acorrespondingly solid showing. The restructuring at Private Banking is on track, and the inflow ofnet new money remains modest as expected. Vontobel Investment Banking is well positionedacross the board, but continues to operate in a very challenging environment. As regardsprofitability and efficiency, in Q1 2013 Vontobel was on a par with 2012.”VontobelVontobel‘s mission is to protect and build the wealth our clients have entrusted to us over the long term.Specialising in active asset management and tailor-made investment solutions, we provide responsible andforward-looking advice. In doing so, we are committed to Swiss quality and performance standards. Withtheir good name, our owner family has stood by these principles for generations. As of 31 December 2012,Vontobel held approximately CHF 150 bn of assets. Around 1,400 employees worldwide provide first rate,customized services for clients with an international focus. The registered shares of Vontobel Holding AGare listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange. The Vontobel families and the Vontobel Foundation hold the majorityof shares and votes in the company. www.vontobel.comContactsMedia Relations: Reto Giudicetti +41 (0)58 283 61 63Investor Relations: Susanne Borer +41 (0)58 283 73 29CalendarEx-dividend date: 25 April 2013Record date: 29 April 2013Dividend payment date: 30 April 2013Vontobel Holding AG Gotthardstrasse 43 Telephone +41 (0)58 283 59 00CH-8022 Zurich Fax +41 (0)58 283 75 00