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Rusta AB (publ) invites to the Q1 2026/2027 (May – July) interim report presentation. The presentation takes place at 9:00 am CEST on Wednesday September 9, 2026. The report will be published at 7:00 am CEST the same day.

Cathrine Wigzell, CEO of Rusta, presents the Q1 report together with CFO Sofie Malmunger. The presentation will be held in English.

Time: Wednesday September 9, 9:00 am CEST

Link to audiocast participation (no advance notification is necessary): https://rusta.events.inderes.com/q1-report-2026-27/register

Registration to participate via telephone: https://events.inderes.com/rusta/q1-report-2026-27/dial-in

After registration you will be provided a phone number and a conference ID to access the conference. You can ask questions verbally via the teleconference.

Presentation material and a recording of the audiocast will be available at investors.rusta.com

Rusta AB's (publ) annual and sustainability report for the financial year 2025/26 is now available on the company's website:****https://investors.rusta.com/en/investor-relations/financial-reports-and-presentations/

The annual and sustainability report contains a summary of the past financial year and is available in both Swedish and English. The report is designed to be read on a screen.

The shareholders of Rusta AB (publ), reg. no. 556280-2115 (the “Company” or “Rusta”), are hereby given notice of the annual general meeting on Friday, 18 September 2026 at 10:00 (CEST) at Scandic Infra City, Kanalvägen 10, SE-194 61 Upplands Väsby, Sweden. Entry and registration begins at 09:30 (CEST).

RIGHT TO PARTICIPATE AT THE ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Shareholders wishing to participate at the annual general meeting must:

• be entered in the share register kept by Euroclear Sweden AB (“Euroclear”) on Thursday, 10 September 2026 or, if the shares are registered in the name of a nominee, request that the nominee registers the shares in the shareholder’s own name for voting purposes in such time that the registration is completed on Monday 14 September 2026; and

• give notice of attendance in accordance with the instructions set out under the heading “Attendance in person or by proxy” no later than on Monday, 14 September 2026 or submit a postal vote in accordance with the instructions set out under the heading “Postal voting” no later than on Monday, 14 September 2026.

Attendance in person or by proxy Shareholders wishing to participate at the annual general meeting in person or by proxy shall notify the Company no later than on Monday, 14 September 2026, either:

• electronically on the Company’s website (https://investors.rusta.com/en/);

• by email to [email protected];

• by telephone to +46 (0)771-24 64 00 on weekdays between 09:00 and 16:00 (CEST); or

• by post to Computershare AB, “Rusta AB (publ) AGM”, Box 149, SE-182 12 Danderyd, Sweden.

The notification shall state the shareholder’s full name, personal identification number or corporate identification number, address, phone number and, where applicable, the number of accompanying advisors (no more than two). Shareholders who do not wish to participate in person or exercise their voting rights by postal voting may exercise their voting rights at the annual general meeting through a proxy with a written, signed and dated power of attorney. If the power of attorney is issued by a legal entity, a copy of the certificate of registration or an equivalent authorisation document for the legal entity must be enclosed. In order to facilitate the entry and registration at the annual general meeting, powers of attorney, certificates of registration and other authorisation documents should be sent by email to [email protected] or by post to Computershare AB, “Rusta AB (publ) AGM”, Box 149, SE-182 12 Danderyd, Sweden so that they are received no later than on Monday, 14 September 2026. Please note that a notification of attendance to the annual general meeting must be made even if the shareholder wishes to exercise its voting rights at the annual general meeting through a proxy. A submitted power of attorney is not considered as a notification of attendance to the annual general meeting. A form of power of attorney is available on the Company’s website (https://investors.rusta.com/en/).

Postal voting Shareholders who wish to exercise their voting rights at the annual general meeting through postal voting must use the postal voting form and follow the instructions that are available on the Company’s website (https://investors.rusta.com/en/). The postal voting form must be received no later than on Monday, 14 September 2026. The postal voting form shall either:

• be submitted electronically in accordance with the instructions on the Company’s website (https://investors.rusta.com/en/);

• be submitted by email to [email protected]; or

• be submitted by post to Computershare AB, “Rusta AB (publ) AGM”, Box 149, SE-182 12 Danderyd, Sweden.

Personal data Personal data obtained from the share register, notifications of attendance to the annual general meeting and information regarding proxies will be used for registration, preparation of the voting list for the annual general meeting and, where applicable, the minutes of the annual general meeting.

Ahead of the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of Rusta AB (publ) ("Rusta") on September 18, 2026, the nomination committee announces its proposal regarding the board of directors.

Rusta's nomination committee proposes that the board of directors shall continue to consist of eight ordinary board members and no deputies. The committee proposes re-election of board members Claus Juel-Jensen, Anders Forsgren, Björn Forssell, Maria Edsman, Victor Forsgren, Eva-Lotta Sjöstedt and Åsa Källenius and election of Mats Rignell as a new board member. It is proposed that Claus Juel-Jensen be re-elected as chairman of the board. Claes Eriksson has announced that he is not available for re-election.

**Mats Rignell (b. 1959)**Mats Rignell has extensive international experience from senior positions in trade, purchasing, sourcing, logistics and supply chain. He currently provides consulting operations through Rignell Consulting AB. Previously, he has been VP Supply Chain at Atlas Copco, VP Sourcing & Logistics at Nobia and held several leading roles at IKEA, SCA and Åkerlund & Rausing. Mats Rignell holds a Master of Science in Engineering from Chalmers University of Technology.

Rusta's nomination committee ahead of the AGM 2026 consists of Gunnar Mattsson, chairman of the committee, appointed by Öngal i Uppsala Invest AB, Jan Amethier, appointed by Aforber Invest AB and Suzanne Sandler, appointed by The OneLife Company S.A. Claus Juel-Jensen is co-opted to the committee in his capacity as chairman of the board.

The nomination committee's complete proposals are presented in the notice of the AGM, which is published separately. The AGM will be held on September 18, 2026.

Rusta increased sales across all segments and improved profitability during the fourth quarter of 2025/26, February to April, despite very strong comparables. Net sales amounted to MSEK 2,679 (2,553) during the quarter, an increase of 4.9 percent. Excluding currency effects, net sales increased by 5.8 percent. Profitability continued to improve during the quarter, driven by a favorable product mix and positive currency effects. Rusta concludes a strong financial year 2025/26 with growth, increased profitability and a continued high expansion pace. The Board of Directors proposes an increased dividend of SEK 1.80 per share for the financial year, up from SEK 1.45 per share in the previous year.

Summary of the fourth quarter 2025/2026:

Figures in brackets refer to the fourth quarter 2024/2025.

• Net sales amounted to MSEK 2,679 (2,553), an increase of 4.9% (12.6%)

• Net sales excl. currency effects increased during the quarter by 5.8% (14.5%)

• LFL sales excl. currency effects increased by 2.1% (8.6%)

• Gross profit increased by 8.7% and amounted to MSEK 1,134 (1,044) and the gross margin was 42.3% (40.9%)

• EBITA amounted to MSEK 0 (-15) and the EBITA-margin was 0.0% (-0.6%)

• Net profit for the quarter amounted to MSEK -61 (-69)

• Cash flow from operating activities amounted to MSEK 175 (272)

• Earnings per share before dilution amounted to SEK -0.4 (-0.5)

• There were eight (six) new stores opened during the quarter

Summary of the financial year 2025/2026:

Figures in brackets refer to the financial year 2024/2025.

• Net sales amounted to MSEK 12,597 (11,828), an increase of 6.5% (6.4%)

• Net sales excl. currency effects increased during the period by 8.0% (7.3%)

• LFL sales excl. currency effects increased by 5.0% (3.2%)

• Gross profit increased by 7.5% and amounted to MSEK 5,476 (5,095) and the gross margin was 43.5% (43.1%)

• EBITA amounted to MSEK 953 (853) and the EBITA-margin was 7.6% (7.2%)

• Net profit for the period amounted to MSEK 549 (476)

• Cash flow from operating activities amounted to MSEK 1,663 (1,123)

• Earnings per share before dilution amounted to SEK 3.6 (3.1)

• There were 14 (13) new stores opened during the period

• The Board of Directors proposes a dividend of SEK 1.80 (1.45) per share

Cathrine Wigzell, CEO of Rusta, comments on the quarter and the full year: “I am pleased to report a solid fourth quarter in my first interim report as CEO of Rusta. All segments increased sales despite very strong comparables, and both customer traffic and the average ticket grew. Profitability improved, driven by a favorable product mix and positive currency effects. We have a strong financial position and we maintain a high expansion pace with a total of eight store openings during the quarter. Our strategy remains unchanged, and we will continue to drive Rusta’s expansion through new store openings while further developing our concept and assortment to reach even more customers.”

Presentation of the reportRusta presents the interim report for the fourth quarter 2025/2026 via audiocast and teleconference today, Tuesday June 9, at 9:00 am CEST. The report will be presented by CEO Cathrine Wigzell and CFO Sofie Malmunger. The presentation will be held in English.

Link to audiocast participation (no advance notification is necessary): https://rusta.events.inderes.com/q4-report-25-26/register

Registration to participate via telephone: https://events.inderes.com/rusta/q4-report-25-26/dial-in

After registration you will be provided a phone number and a conference ID to access the conference. You can ask questions verbally via the teleconference.

Cathrine Wigzell takes office as new CEO of Rusta today, 1 June 2026. She succeeds Göran Westerberg, who previously announced that he will be leaving the company.

Cathrine Wigzell has extensive international experience from senior leadership positions in retail. Most recently, she was General Manager of H&M Beauty for six years, leading the concept’s international expansion, developing the assortment and attracting new customer groups. She has previously also held senior positions at Kicks and Åhléns. In total, Cathrine Wigzell has more than 20 years of retail experience.

“Rusta has built a fantastic business within one of the most exciting segments in retail. The low-price market continues to grow steadily, and Rusta has established a leading position by combining low prices with quality and an inspiring shopping experience. The strategy remains unchanged, and my mission is clear. We will continue driving Rusta’s expansion by opening new stores and further developing our assortment to reach even more customers. I look forward to getting to know my new colleagues, welcoming customers to our stores, and continuing to strengthen Rusta’s position in the low-price market,” says Cathrine Wigzell, new CEO of Rusta.

Rusta AB (publ) invites to the Q4 2025/2026 (February – April) interim report presentation. The presentation takes place at 9:00 am CEST on Tuesday June 9, 2026. The report will be published at 7:00 am CEST the same day.

Cathrine Wigzell, CEO of Rusta (effective June 1, 2026), presents the Q4 report together with CFO Sofie Malmunger. The presentation will be held in English.

Time: Tuesday June 9, 9:00 am CEST

Link to audiocast participation (no advance notification is necessary): https://rusta.events.inderes.com/q4-report-25-26/register

Registration to participate via telephone: https://events.inderes.com/rusta/q4-report-25-26/dial-in

After registration you will be provided a phone number and a conference ID to access the conference. You can ask questions verbally via the teleconference.

Presentation material and a recording of the audiocast will be available at investors.rusta.com

Club Rusta, the largest loyalty programme in Nordic low‑price retail, continues to grow rapidly and today surpasses seven million members. Over the past twelve months, 650,000 new members have joined, an increase of more than 10 percent compared with the previous year. In total, Club Rusta now has seven million members across Sweden, Norway, Finland and Germany.

Member growth has been strong across all markets, with Club Rusta consistently attracting a broad range of customer groups. There is a clear link between membership and sales, with Club Rusta members shopping more frequently and spending more than customers who are not loyalty programme members.

"Club Rusta is our way of delivering greater value for money to our customers. Surpassing seven million members while maintaining strong growth shows that our offering is relevant to an increasing number of consumers, particularly at a time when demand for a clear low‑price alternative is rising. Club Rusta enables us to engage with our customers in an efficient and inspiring way, and we continue to develop and deliver a customer promise that makes it easy to renew and refill at home – always at surprisingly low prices,” says Jozef Khasho, Chief Sales Officer at Rusta.

Rusta increased sales, profitability and cash flow in the third quarter of 2025/26, November to January. Net sales amounted to MSEK 3,796 (3,483), an increase of 9.0 percent (7.3). Net sales growth, excluding currency effects, was 10.5 percent (7.6). Growth was driven by an increase in the number of customers and average ticket value, while the share of products in higher price segments continued to rise. Profitability strengthened due to a stronger product mix and well-executed campaigns. The currency effects, which had previously been negative, reversed during the quarter and contributed positively to the margin. A successful Black Week and strong Christmas sales also resulted in a significant improvement in cash flow. During the spring, Rusta is entering an intensive expansion phase, with a total of 13 new stores opening in the first six months of the year.

Summary of the third quarter 2025/2026:

• Net sales amounted to MSEK 3,796 (3,483), an increase of 9.0% (7.3%)

• Net sales excl. currency effects increased during the quarter by 10.5% (7.6%)

• LFL sales excl. currency effects increased by 6.5% (4.3%)

• Gross profit increased by 10.4% and amounted to MSEK 1,672 (1,514) and the gross margin was 44.1% (43.5%)

• EBITA amounted to MSEK 476 (383) and the EBITA-margin was 12.5% (11.0%)

• Net profit for the quarter amounted to MSEK 330 (257)

• Cash flow from operating activities amounted to MSEK 865 (247)

• Earnings per share before dilution amounted to SEK 2.2 (1.7)

• There was one (one) new store opened during the quarter

Göran Westerberg, CEO of Rusta, comments on the third quarter: “Rusta delivered continued growth and improved profitability in the third quarter, fully in line with our financial targets. The number of customers and average ticket value increased, while customers increasingly chose products in our higher price segments. The shift in the product mix reflects the strength of Rusta’s attractive assortment, a strong price position and increased purchasing power among our customers. This was also evident during Black Week and Christmas sales, when several records were broken. As a result, cash flow was significantly improved, while our inventory is well balanced ahead of the spring sales season.”

Presentation of the reportRusta presents the interim report for the third quarter 2025/2026 via webcast and teleconference today, Thursday, March 12, at 9:00 am CET. The report will be presented by Göran Westerberg CEO of Rusta and CFO Sofie Malmunger. The presentation will be held in English.

Link to webcast participation (no advance notification is necessary): https://rusta.events.inderes.com/q3-report-25-26/register

Registration to participate via telephone: https://conference.inderes.com/teleconference/?id=50052690

After registration you will be provided a phone number and a conference ID to access the conference. You can ask questions verbally via the teleconference.

Rusta AB (publ) invites to the Q3 2025/2026 (November – January) interim report presentation. The presentation takes place at 9:00 am CET on Thursday March 12, 2026. The report will be published at 7:00 am CET the same day.

Göran Westerberg, CEO of Rusta, presents the Q3 report together with CFO Sofie Malmunger. The presentation will be held in English.

Time: Thursday March 12, 9:00 am CET

Link to webcast participation (no advance notification is necessary): https://rusta.events.inderes.com/q3-report-25-26/register

Registration to participate via telephone: https://conference.inderes.com/teleconference/?id=50052690

After registration you will be provided a phone number and a conference ID to access the conference. You can ask questions verbally via the teleconference.

Presentation material and a recording of the webcast will be available at investors.rusta.com

Today, February 18, Rusta opens its first new store of the spring in Heinola, Finland. The opening marks the first of a total of 13 new stores that Rusta will open in Sweden, Norway and Finland during the first six months of the year. The high expansion pace is a result of the strong store pipeline that Rusta has built up in recent years, which is now materializing in new store openings.

“Today’s opening in Heinola marks the start of a period with many new store openings this spring. In April, we will also open our first city-centre store in Helsinki, enabling Rusta to reach partly new customer groups and come closer to customers who do not typically visit our stores. These openings are an important part of our long-term growth strategy and strengthen our position as a leading retailer in the Nordic low-price market,” says Göran Westerberg, CEO of Rusta.

Following the 13 openings this spring, Rusta will have a total of 244 stores in Sweden, Norway, Finland and Germany. In addition to the openings in Heinola and Helsinki, Rusta will also open new stores in Kemi, Nokia, Tampere and Mariehamn in Finland; Laholm, Skurup, Lidingö and Vagnhärad in Sweden; and Kristiansand, Billingstad and Sortland in Norway.

Rusta increased sales and profitability during the second quarter of 2025/26, August to October. Net sales excluding currency effects increased by 9.3 percent (5.1). Net sales amounted to MSEK 2,948 (2,723), an increase of 8.3 percent (3.1). Sales and profitability improved across all segments compared to last year. The positive development was driven by more customers, higher average ticket value and an improved sales mix. During the quarter, several important growth initiatives were implemented, including the implementation of our new store concept and the launch of Rusta Online in Norway. Rusta´s expansion pace remains record high, with 48 signed or approved stores in pipeline.

Summary of the second quarter 2025/2026:

• Net sales amounted to MSEK 2,948 (2,723), an increase by 8.3% (3.1%)
• Net sales excl. currency effects increased during the quarter by 9.3% (5.1%)
• LFL sales excl. currency effects increased by 5.6% (0.8%)
• Gross profit increased by 10.4% to MSEK 1,319 (1,195) and the gross margin was 44.8% (43.9%)
• EBITA amounted to MSEK 196 (135), an increase of 45.6% and the EBITA-margin was 6.7% (4.9%)
• Net profit for the quarter amounted to MSEK 106 (58)
• Cash flow from operating activities amounted to MSEK 151 (-2)
• Earnings per share before dilution amounted to SEK 0.7 (0.4)
• There were five (five) new stores opened during the quarter

Göran Westerberg, CEO of Rusta, comments on the second quarter:
"We sum up a strong quarter for Rusta, where we increased both sales and profitability in all segments. The trend of customers visiting our stores more frequently and increasing average ticket value continues, reflecting both an attractive assortment and strengthened purchasing power. Our assessment remains that the negative currency effect peaked in the previous quarter and that we will see a positive currency effect on gross margin during the second half of the financial year. All in all, this provides good conditions for a strong end to the year."

Presentation of the reportRusta presents the interim report for the second quarter 2025/2026 via webcast and teleconference today, Tuesday, December 9, at 9:00 am CET. The report will be presented by Göran Westerberg CEO of Rusta and CFO Sofie Malmunger. The presentation will be held in English.

Link to webcast participation (no advance notification is necessary): https://rusta.events.inderes.com/q2-report-2025-26/register

Registration to participate via telephone: https://conference.inderes.com/teleconference/?id=50052435

After registration you will be provided a phone number and a conference ID to access the conference. You can ask questions verbally via the teleconference.

Rusta's Board of Directors has appointed Cathrine Wigzell as the new CEO as of 1****st of June 2026. She will succeed Göran Westerberg, who announced earlier this year that he will leave his position latest by end of June 2026.

Cathrine Wigzell has extensive international retail leadership experience and was most recently General Manager of H&M Beauty. In her role as GM of H&M Beauty, she has effectively led market expansion efforts and developed assortment strategies that have strengthened the brand’s position and attracted new customer groups. Cathrine Wigzell has previously held leading roles at the Nordic retail companies KICKS and Åhléns.

“We are delighted to announce that Cathrine Wigzell will join Rusta as CEO. The Board is confident that we have found a great retail leader, who with her broad and international experience has the expertise to lead Rusta through its continued growth journey. Throughout the recruitment process, we have come to know Cathrine as a visionary, clear-sighted retailer, and a driven leader, who we believe will strengthen Rusta’s winning culture and be an exceptional CEO moving forward," says Claus Juel-Jensen, Chairman of the Board of Rusta.

"It is an exciting and incredibly motivating assignment to lead Rusta, a company with strong growth and a profitable business, a unique position in the low-price market and a loyal customer base. I am eager to contributing to the ongoing development of Rusta's range and strengthening its continued expansion. The opportunities are great, and I am committed to offering Rusta's customers even more inspiring products and experiences, while creating sustainable long-term value for our shareholders," says Cathrine Wigzell, incoming CEO of Rusta.

About Rusta
Rusta is a leading retailer in the Nordic low-price market with over 230 stores in Sweden, Norway, Finland and Germany. The physical stores are supplemented by Rusta's online sales channel, Rusta Online, in Sweden, Norway and Finland. Rusta offers a wide but carefully selected range of home and leisure products, with good quality at low prices. Rusta has more than 4,800 employees with headquarter in Upplands Väsby, Sweden. Rusta's shares are traded on Nasdaq Stockholm (RUSTA). investors.rusta.com

Rusta AB (publ) invites to the Q2 2025/2026 (August – October) interim report presentation. The presentation takes place at 9:00 am CET on Tuesday December 9, 2025. The report will be published at 7:00 am CET the same day.

Göran Westerberg, CEO of Rusta, presents the Q2 report together with CFO Sofie Malmunger. The presentation will be held in English.

Time: Tuesday December 9, 9:00 am CET

Link to webcast participation (no advance notification is necessary): https://rusta.events.inderes.com/q2-report-2025-26/register

Registration to participate via telephone: https://conference.inderes.com/teleconference/?id=50052435

After registration you will be provided a phone number and a conference ID to access the conference. You can ask questions verbally via the teleconference.

Presentation material and a recording of the webcast will be available at investors.rusta.com