• Announces appointment of Claire M. Fraser, Ph.D., to its Board of Directors
• Forms a global life sciences and diagnostics leader focused on high-volume testing in regulated applications
• Announces formation of four divisions: Waters Analytical Sciences, Waters Biosciences, Waters Advanced Diagnostics, and Waters Materials Sciences

MILFORD, Mass., Feb. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Waters Corporation (NYSE: WAT) (“Waters”) today announced it has completed the previously announced combination with the Biosciences & Diagnostic Solutions businesses of Becton, Dickinson and Company (NYSE: BDX) (“BD”). The transaction forms a global life sciences and diagnostics leader, equipped with best-in-class technologies, and an industry-leading financial outlook. The Company also announced the appointment of Claire M. Fraser, Ph.D., to its Board of Directors (the “Waters Board”), increasing the size of the Waters Board to a total of 11 members.

Dr. Fraser is a globally acclaimed genome scientist, with three decades of experience managing large research institutes. Most recently, she served as Director of The Institute for Genome Sciences, which she founded in 2007, at the University of Maryland School of Medicine, where she also served as a Professor of Medicine and Microbiology and Immunology. Dr. Fraser received a B.S. in Biology from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in Troy, NY, and a Ph.D. in Pharmacology from the State University of New York at Buffalo. 

“As we reach this important milestone, I want to welcome our new colleagues to Waters and Dr. Claire Fraser to our Board,” said Flemming Ørnskov, M.D., M.P.H., Chairman, Waters. “Dr. Fraser is an internationally recognized scientist with an extensive background in genomics, infectious diseases, and molecular diagnostics. We will benefit from her expertise and deep knowledge of the business to help oversee our next era of growth and value creation.”

“Our combination with BD’s Biosciences and Diagnostic Solutions businesses marks a pivotal moment for Waters, bringing together world-class scientific expertise across chemistry, physics, and biology, with rich histories of innovation,” said Udit Batra, Ph.D., President and Chief Executive Officer, Waters. “As we enter this next chapter, our focus is clear: address our customers’ unmet needs, deliver long-term value for our shareholders, and provide solutions that advance global health. Through our category-defining products and shared culture of innovation, I am confident that together we will accelerate the benefits of pioneering science.”

With the transaction now closed, Waters has established four divisions that reflect the Company’s continued focus on high-volume testing in regulated applications and its decisive expansion into high-growth adjacent markets. The divisions bring together leading scientific teams to support the development and manufacturing of large and small molecule therapeutics and food and environmental testing, and to advance specialty diagnostics in attractive molecular, microbiology, and multiplex applications.

• Waters Analytical Sciences (formerly Waters Division, excluding Waters Clinical Business): comprised of products, service, and compliant informatics linked to separations science and physical molecular characterization, including liquid chromatography instruments, chemistry consumables, and mass spectrometry, UV, light scattering, and particle analysis detection technologies.
   
• Waters Biosciences (formerly BD Biosciences): comprised of products, service, and informatics linked to the field of biology, spanning cellular sorting and analysis, including flow cytometry instruments and reagents, and single-cell multiomics solutions.
   
• Waters Advanced Diagnostics (formerly BD Diagnostic Solutions and Waters Clinical Business): comprised of products and service for high-value diagnostic workflows in regulated clinical settings. This includes microbiology, molecular, LC-MS-based multiplex testing, automation solutions, and point-of-care testing.
   
• Waters Materials Sciences (formerly TA Division): comprised of products, service, and informatics spanning a diverse range of materials characterization techniques, including thermal analysis, rheology, and microcalorimetry, serving batteries, electronics, and pharmaceutical applications.

Transaction Information

The combination was effected through a Reverse Morris Trust transaction, where BD’s Biosciences & Diagnostic Solutions businesses (the “Business”) were spun off into a separate entity which merged with a wholly owned subsidiary of Waters, and thus became a wholly owned subsidiary of Waters. Upon consummation of the transaction, Waters shareholders prior to the closing of the transaction owned common stock representing 60.8% of the combined company on a fully diluted basis and BD shareholders owned 39.2% of the combined company on a fully diluted basis. In connection with the transaction, BD shareholders will receive approximately 0.135 shares of Waters common stock for each share of BD common stock that they held as of the close of business on February 5, 2026, the record date for the spin-off, with cash in lieu of any fractional shares of Waters common stock.

Barclays served as financial advisor to Waters, and Kirkland & Ellis LLP served as lead legal counsel.

About Waters Corporation

Waters Corporation (NYSE: WAT) is a global leader in life sciences and diagnostics, dedicated to accelerating the benefits of pioneering science through analytical technologies, informatics, and service. With a focus on regulated, high-volume testing environments, our innovative portfolio harnesses deep scientific expertise across chemistry, physics, and biology. We collaborate with customers around the world to advance the release of effective, high-quality medicines, ensure the safety of food and water, and drive better patient outcomes by detecting diseases earlier, managing routine infections, and combating antibiotic resistance. Through a shared culture of relentless innovation, our passionate team of ~16,000 colleagues turn scientific challenges into breakthroughs that improve lives worldwide. For more information, please visit www.waters.com/combination. 

Cautionary Statement

This release contains “forward-looking” statements regarding future results and events, including statements regarding the expected benefits of the transaction. For this purpose, any statements that are not statements of historical fact may be deemed forward-looking statements. Without limiting the foregoing, the words “will,” “feels”, “believes”, “anticipates”, “plans”, “expects”, “intends”, “suggests”, “appears”, “estimates”, “projects” and similar expressions, whether in the negative or affirmative, are intended to identify forward-looking statements. Our actual future results may differ significantly from the results discussed in the forward-looking statements within this release for a variety of reasons, including and without limitation, risks or uncertainties related to, and expectations regarding our ability to realize commercial success subsequent to the completion of our acquisition of the Business and other risk factors detailed from time to time in Waters’ reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”). Such factors and others that are discussed more fully in the sections entitled “Forward-Looking Statements” and “Risk Factors” of Waters’ annual report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024 as filed with the SEC, which discussions are incorporated by reference in this release, as updated by Waters’ subsequent filings with the SEC. The forward-looking statements included in this release represent Waters’ estimates or views as of the date of this release and should not be relied upon as representing Waters’ estimates or views as of any date subsequent to the date of this release. Except as required by law, Waters does not assume any obligation to update any forward-looking statements.

Contacts

Molly Gluck
Head of External Communications
Waters Corporation
508.498.9732
PR@waters.com 

Caspar Tudor
Head of Investor Relations
Waters Corporation
508.482.3448
investor_relations@waters.com

MAMMOTION flagship robotic innovation recognized for leading the shift to sustainable outdoor living

LOS ANGELES, Feb. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — MAMMOTION, the world’s No.1 wire-free robotic lawn mower brand^[i], today announced that its flagship robotic lawn mower, LUBA 3 AWD, has been named a winner of the 2026 SEAL Sustainable Product Award. The prestigious international award honors innovative and impactful products that are purpose-built for a sustainable future.

“We are truly proud to receive this recognition from the SEAL Awards”, said Jayden Wei, CEO of MAMMOTION. “This marks an important milestone in MAMMOTION’s sustainability journey, validating our mission to support more sustainable outdoor living by replacing high-impact chore with smart, effortless, and zero-emission robotic solutions, and transforming the way homeowners spend time in their outdoor spaces.”

As the first lawn mower winner for the SEAL Awards, LUBA 3 AWD was recognized for its eco-conscious engineering, combining powerful performance with efficient energy use. Key advancements include:

• Intelligent, precision navigation for unmatched efficiency: LUBA 3 AWD features the world’s first Tri-Fusion Positioning System, integrating 360° LiDAR, RTK, and AI-powered Vision to maintain pinpoint positional accuracy (±1 cm), even in complex, obstructed environments. Its intelligent system enables smart, adaptive path planning that eliminates inefficient overlapping paths, effectively boosting in mowing efficiency, coverage and quality, while optimizing energy use.
• All-terrain agility for challenging landscapes: Driven by MAMMOTION’s pioneering all-wheel-drive system trusted by residential users and professional clients worldwide, LUBA 3 AWD is engineered to master steep, uneven, and complex terrain. It confidently handles slopes up to 80% (38.6°), maintains a steady line on hillsides, and operates with the power and reliability to replace gas mowers, even on the most demanding real-world terrain previously considered off-limits to electric robots.
• Powerful, zero-emission performance: Powered by a high-capacity 15Ah lithium battery, LUBA 3 AWD delivers up to 220 minutes of zero-emission operation per charge and automatically returns to its charging station to recharge and resume mowing. With an onboard AI system that dynamically adjusts the power output for different grass conditions and a smart battery management system that optimizes battery charging, LUBA 3 maximizes cutting performance and significantly increases operational runtime.
• Responsible engineering for everyday use: LUBA 3 AWD operates at whisper-quiet levels to reduce noise pollution and features animal-friendly safety modes enabled by AI-powered vision and navigation. Built with durable, repairable components and energy-smart features, its design prioritizes a longer-term ownership and a lower overall environmental footprint.

For more information about MAMMOTION and its smart eco-friendly solutions, please visit www.mammotion.com

About MAMMOTION 

MAMMOTION is a world-leading outdoor robotics company dedicated to creating intelligent, eco-friendly solutions for autonomous outdoor living. Recognized by Frost & Sullivan as the world’s No.1 best-selling wire-free robotic lawn mower brand, MAMMOTION offers a comprehensive portfolio spanning automated lawn care, pool maintenance, and intelligent landscaping solutions. Honored by TIME as one of the Best Inventions in both 2024 and 2025 for its LUBA 2 AWD and YUKA mini Series, MAMMOTION continues to set new benchmarks for homeowners and professionals alike, delivering breakthroughs in intelligence, precision, and power to make outdoor spaces effortlessly perfect.

Global investment platform recognized by TradingView and BrokerChooser for stock breadth, ETF access, and investor experience

JERSEY CITY, N.J., Feb. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Moomoo, a leading investment and trading platform, today announced it has been named Best Broker for Stocks in North America by TradingView as part of its 2025 Broker Awards, while also earning top honors from BrokerChooser, including Best ETF Broker and Best Broker for Investing in Gold ETFs. ^[1] The platform also secured positions among the top five brokers for margin trading and cash interest services selected by BrokerChooser.

TradingView Awards Moomoo Best Broker for Stocks in North America

TradingView’s Broker Awards spotlight platforms that deliver exceptional trading experiences to its global community of investors and traders. The Best in Stocks – North America recognition highlights brokers offering extensive access to local and international equities, enabling traders to explore opportunities across global markets with depth, transparency, and advanced tools.

“We are pleased to recognize moomoo with the Best Stock Broker Award in North America for providing varied trading offerings including U.S. stocks in the U.S. and ASEAN markets, supported by service excellence and strong user trust. Their commitment to quality and reliability distinguishes them in the industry,” said Rauan Khassan, Chief Growth Officer at TradingView.

BrokerChooser Names Moomoo Best ETF Broker and Best Broker for Investing in Gold ETFs

In addition to the TradingView award, moomoo was recognized by BrokerChooser, an independent online broker comparison platform that reviews top-tier regulated investment service providers worldwide. For the 2026 awards, BrokerChooser assessed over 100 brokers across more than 1,200 distinct metrics using a refined methodology that accounts for emerging trends in investor behavior and evolving market demands.

Moomoo achieved an outstanding 4.9 out of 5 rating in both the ETF and Gold ETF categories. BrokerChooser specifically recommends Moomoo for investors and traders seeking zero-commission trading with a focus on U.S. markets, highlighting the platform’s combination of:

• Commission-free stock and ETF trading ^[2]
• Fast and easy account opening
• Advanced analytical tools and excellent educational resources
•  High interest on uninvested cash ^[3]

“After comprehensive testing, we found that moomoo is the best choice for retail investors who want diversification across multiple asset classes via ETFs — one of the most cost-effective ways to participate in the market. Competition among brokers is getting stronger, but moomoo stood out not only for its strong overall conditions, no inactivity penalties for long-term investors, and access to a wide range of US ETFs, but also for its excellent mobile platform. It strikes a great balance between ease of use and putting the right information in users’ hands,” said Balázs Faluvégi, Senior Analyst at BrokerChooser.

“Being recognized by TradingView as the Best Broker for Stocks in North America and earning top honors from BrokerChooser for our ETF offerings is especially meaningful because it reflects how real investors engage with our platform day to day,” said Neil McDonald, CEO of moomoo U.S. “These awards from two highly respected industry leaders reinforce our commitment to delivering deep market access, powerful tools, and a modern investing experience built for today’s global retail investor.”

1. Accolades are not indicative of future performance. Moomoo Financial Inc. is not affiliated with Broker Chooser or TradingView. For additional information, please visit: https://brokerchooser.com/best-brokers, and and https://www.tradingview.com/blog/en/broker-awards-2025-winners-56493/
2. $0 commission trading is available only to U.S. residents trading in the U.S. markets through Moomoo Financial Inc. Other fees may apply. For more info, visit moomoo.com/us/pricing.
3. The Cash Sweep Program is a feature of the brokerage account and should not be viewed as a long-term investment or savings option. The APY might change at any time. For information about the Moomoo Cash Sweep Program, please see www.moomoo.com/us/sAupport/topic4_222 for details of how the program works. Neither Moomoo Financial Inc. nor any of its affiliates are banks.

*Investing involves risk and the potential to lose principal. Securities offered through Moomoo Financial Inc., Member FINRA/SIPC.

About Moomoo

Moomoo is a leading global investment and trading platform dedicated to empowering investors with user-friendly tools, data, and insights. Our platform is designed to provide essential information and technology, enabling users to make well-informed investment decisions. With advanced charting tools, pro-level analytical features, moomoo evolves alongside our users, fostering a dynamic community where investors can share, learn, and grow together.

Founded in the US, moomoo has expanded its global presence to serve investors across multiple markets, including Singapore, Australia, Japan, Canada, Malaysia, and New Zealand. As a subsidiary of a Nasdaq-listed company, moomoo is trusted by more than 28 million investors worldwide and has earned recognition from leading financial institutions and publications for its innovation and reliability.

For more information, please visit moomoo’s official website at www.moomoo.com or feel free to email us: pr@us.moomoo.com.

Unaudited Financials Reflect $44.0M in Total Assets and $24.9M in Net Assets

SINGAPORE, Feb. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — YY Group Holding Limited (NASDAQ: YYGH) (“YY Group” or the “Company”), a global leader in on-demand workforce solutions and integrated facilities management (IFM), today announced that, as of June 30, 2025, its unaudited total assets of approximately $44.0 million equated to approximately $1.11 per share of common stock, and its net assets of approximately $24.9 million equated to approximately $0.63 per share.

These estimates reflect preliminary financial data derived from management’s period-end closing process as of June 30, 2025. During the period, YY Group continued to execute its growth strategy by broadening its IFM service portfolio through strategic acquisitions and expanding its operational footprint across the casual labor markets within the hospitality and facility services sectors.

These estimates have not been reviewed or audited by the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm and are subject to normal closing adjustments and review procedures. The Company is providing this information to offer additional transparency regarding its financial position and capital base following a period of strategic growth. These metrics reflect the Company’s focus on maintaining a robust balance sheet while scaling its integrated service ecosystem across global markets.

“The disclosure of our total assets and net asset value per share provides stockholders with a clearer picture of the Company’s fundamental strength,” stated Mike Fu, Chief Executive Officer of YY Group Holding Limited. “These figures highlight the solid financial foundation we have established as we continue to scale our operations and drive long-term value for our stockholders.”

About YY Group Holding Limited
YY Group Holding Limited (Nasdaq: YYGH) is a Singapore-headquartered, technology-enabled platform providing flexible, scalable workforce solutions and integrated facility management (IFM) services across Asia and beyond. The Group operates through two core verticals: on-demand staffing and IFM, delivering agile, reliable support to industries such as hospitality, logistics, retail, and healthcare.

Leveraging proprietary digital platforms and IoT-driven systems, YY Group enables clients to meet fluctuating labor demands and maintain high-performance environments. In addition to its core operations in Singapore and Malaysia, the Group maintains a growing presence in Asia, Europe, Africa, Oceania and the Middle East.

Listed on the Nasdaq Capital Market, YY Group is committed to service excellence, operational innovation, and long-term value creation for clients and shareholders.

For more information on the Company, please visit https://yygroupholding.com/.

Safe Harbor Statement
This press release contains forward-looking statements. These statements are made under the “safe harbor” provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Statements that are not historical facts, including statements about the YY Group Holding Limited’s beliefs and expectations, are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties, and a number of factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement. These factors include, but are not limited to, (i) growth of the hospitality market (ii) capital and credit market volatility, (iii) local and global economic conditions, (iv) our anticipated growth strategies, (v) governmental approvals and regulations, and (vi) our future business development, results of operations and financial condition. In some cases, forward-looking statements can be identified by words or phrases such as “may,” “will,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “target,” “aim,” “estimate,” “intend,” “plan,” “believe,” “potential,” “continue,” “is/are likely to” or other similar expressions. All information provided in this press release is as of the date of this press release, and YY Group Holding Limited undertakes no duty to update such information, except as required under applicable law.

Investor Contact
Jason Phua Zhi Yong, Chief Financial Officer
YY Group
enquiries@yygroupholding.com