Lion Finance Group PLC announces that Ameriabank CJSC placed inaugural USD 50,000,000 8.5% perpetual Additional Tier 1 capital notes

Lion Finance Group PLC (the “Company” or the “Group”) today announces that its Armenian banking subsidiary, Ameriabank CJSC (the “Bank”), has successfully completed the placement of USD 50,000,000 8.5% perpetual subordinated callable Additional Tier 1 (AT1) capital notes (the “Notes“).

The placement was conducted in the domestic market in accordance with local regulations. Although the subscription period was initially scheduled from 2 February 2026 to 29 May 2026, the offering has already been fully subscribed, demonstrating exceptionally strong investor demand.

Key details of the Notes are as follows:
• Denomination: USD, with a face value of USD 10,000 per Note.
• Minimum Investment: A minimum purchase quantity of five (5) Notes.
• Term: The Notes are perpetual, with an option for the Bank to call them for early repayment after the fifth year.
• Coupon: An 8.5% coupon rate, payable semi-annually.

Ameriabank CJSC acted as the arranger for the placement. The Notes are expected to be listed on the Armenia Securities Exchange.

Hovhannes Toroyan, Ameriabank’s CFO, commented: “The strong demand for our AT1 notes is a clear testament to the market’s trust in our credit story and disciplined balance sheet management. By enhancing our capital adequacy ratios, this transaction provides additional headroom to pursue our growth ambitions and reinforce our role as the largest lender to the Armenian economy.”

Archil Gachechiladze, Group CEO, commented: “We are pleased to announce the successful placement of Ameriabank’s inaugural AT1 notes on the local market. The swift subscription underscores investor trust and is a testament to the strength of the Bank’s wealth management franchise and distribution capabilities. This issuance enables Ameriabank to create capital buffers, reinforcing its flexibility to pursue further growth and deliver on its strategic objectives.”