-Partnered with POSCO INVESTMENT, launching its inaugural Corporate Venture Capital (CVC) fund, valued at KRW 25 billion -Selected a specialist in rare earth separation and refining as its first investment target, committing KRW 8 billion -Secured raw material sources in Southeast Asia, including Malaysia and Laos for a production foundation with an annual capacity of 4,500 tons -Plans to establish a joint plant with U.S.-based ReElement to complete a North American production system for rare earths/permanent magnets/traction motor cores by 2028

-On the 19th, the company secured management control of Sampoerna Agro in Indonesia, adding 128,000 hectares of palm plantations and achieving stable entry into the global palm market through a total investment of approximately KRW 1.3 trillion -On the same day, the company completed construction of a palm oil refinery on East Kalimantan Island with an annual capacity of 500,000 tons, in partnership with GS Caltex -Since Chairman Jang In-Hwa took office, the group has accelerated efforts to secure future growth businesses while also contributing to strengthening national food security

-Expands cooperation across energy value chain―including offshore wind co-development, steel supply, and LNG -Solidified relationship since 2023 MOU… Strengthens specific business opportunities and execution -Accelerates the expansion of renewable energy portfolio and response to low-carbon transition by integrating group capabilities

-Uses JPMorgan Kinexys network, enabling real-time processing of 40,000 annual trade remittances -Real-time payment system expected to enhance fund management efficiency and strengthen risk management capabilities

-Commercial production starting in 2028, expected to supply 60,000 tons of natural graphite annually for about 25 years -Aims to strengthen POSCO Group’s secondary battery business and enhance the supply chain for mineral security in Korea