Euronext N.V. (Euronext) notes the announcement made by Deutsche Börse AG and the response by London Stock Exchange plc (LSE).

Euronext confirms that discussions with LSE regarding a recommended cash offer continue. Euronext will make a submission to the Office of Fair Trading imminently with respect to its possible offer.

Based on its analysis and discussions with LSE, Euronext firmly believes that a combination of Euronext and LSE would yield significant cost and revenue synergies and would be beneficial both to LSE's shareholders and its users.

A further announcement will be made in due course. In the meantime, there can be no assurance that any offer will be made.


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This announcement does not constitute an offer or an invitation to purchase any securities.

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