Due to the uncertainty characterising the financial sector, Max Bank has decided to publish the interim financial report for H1 2008 today, after the report has been discussed at the ordinary Supervisory Board meeting starting at 4 p.m. In order to enhance our general aspiration for greater transparency, Max Bank has decided to supplement the interim financial report with a statement, in which the Bank "opens the books" as to the exposure in relation to the industries "Building and construction" and "Property management and trade, business services". These banking areas are currently the subject of considerable attention. With this increased transparency, we hope to substantiate why we believe that Max Bank remains well-equipped for the selected positioning on the market and to withstand the current situation. Hans Fossing Nielsen Chairman Hans Verner Larsen Managing Director