This report does not constitute a rating action. We consider TRATON a highly strategic subsidiary of VWAG ( BBB+/Negative/A-2). Our negative outlook on TRATON therefore mirrors that on its ultimate parent, VW AG. As long as we view TRATON as highly strategic to the VW group, we will rate it one notch below VW. TRATON?s highly strategic status reflects its strong ties with the parent and our expectation that VW?s stake in the company will not fall below 75% in the foreseeable future (VW currently owns 87.5% of its share capital). In 2025, TRATON contributed about 13.7% of VW?s consolidated revenue. Moreover, TRATON has access to VW?s purchasing platforms. The parent provided TRATON with an acquisition facility to support the