CAE included in TIME Canada's Best Companies 2026 list

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CAE (NYSE: CAE, TSX: CAE) has been included in TIME's Canada's Best Companies 2026 list, an award developed with Statista and announced on July 9, 2026.

According to CAE, TIME and Statista evaluated companies on three dimensions: employee satisfaction (surveys of about 37,000 employees), revenue growth (minimum US$100 million revenue in 2024 or 2025 and positive three-year growth), and sustainability transparency (ESG-based metrics for environment, social and governance). The 125 highest-scoring firms were recognized, and CAE states it is honoured to be among them, highlighting employee dedication, culture, and long-term value creation.

News Market Reaction – CAE

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In the Jul 10 session, CAE declined 0.81%, reflecting a mild negative market reaction.

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Market Context

Being named to TIME’s Canada’s Best Companies 2026 list, based on ~37,000 employee surveys, revenue ...

Analysis

Being named to TIME’s Canada’s Best Companies 2026 list, based on ~37,000 employee surveys, revenue growth and ESG transparency, reinforces CAE’s non-financial credentials. Investors may weigh this alongside recent transformation efforts and profitability targets.

Key Figures

Employee survey base: ~37,000 employees Revenue threshold: US $100 million Assessment period: 3 years +2 more

5 metrics

Employee survey base ~37,000 employees Survey data set for TIME Canada’s Best Companies 2026 study

Revenue threshold US $100 million Minimum 2024 or 2025 revenue to qualify for the ranking

Assessment period 3 years Employee satisfaction and revenue growth evaluated over last three years

Recognized companies 125 companies Highest-scoring companies named to Canada’s Best Companies 2026 list

Canada’s Best Companies year 2026 Recognition year for CAE on TIME’s Canada list

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Jun 25 (Positive)

Pattern 5 events

Date	Event	Sentiment	24h Move	Catalyst
Jun 25	Sustainability ranking	Positive	-1.2%	Named to TIME’s World’s Most Sustainable Companies 2026 list with Statista.
Jun 05	Buyback renewal	Positive	+0.2%	Regulatory approval to renew normal course issuer bid for up to 16.1M shares.
May 27	Defense partnership	Positive	+3.7%	Teaming agreement with Saab for Canada’s AEW&C training and mission support.
May 21	FY2026 earnings	Negative	-14.0%	Reported weaker profitability and launched multi‑year transformation with 2030 targets.
May 11	Portfolio review	Neutral	-3.2%	Pursuing strategic alternatives for Flightscape aviation software business.

24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.

Pattern Detected

CAE’s shares have mostly tracked the tone of prior operational and capital-allocation news, with some divergence on reputational or portfolio announcements.

Key Terms

esg index, cdp score, gri-aligned csr report, human rights policy, +1 more

5 terms

esg index financial

"Sustainability Transparency – Based on an ESG index from Statista's ESG Database"

A ESG index is a stock market index made up of companies chosen and weighted according to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria rather than just size or market value. Think of it like a shopping list that filters companies by sustainability and corporate behavior scores; it matters to investors because it serves as a benchmark and a building block for funds and ETFs that track ESG-focused exposure, and it signals how a portfolio aligns with certain non-financial risks and values.

cdp score regulatory

"Environmental: 2024 carbon emissions intensity, reduction rate vs. 2022, and CDP score"

A CDP score is a grade given to an organization based on how well it reports and manages environmental impacts such as greenhouse gas emissions, water use, and deforestation. Investors use it like a company’s environmental report card to judge transparency and risk: higher scores suggest better tracking and management of environmental problems, which can mean fewer surprises and long-term costs, while lower scores can signal potential liabilities or governance gaps.

gri-aligned csr report regulatory

"Governance: presence of a GRI-aligned CSR report and a compliance/anti-corruption policy"

A GRI-aligned CSR report is a company’s corporate social responsibility disclosure prepared to match the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) standards, a widely used framework for reporting environmental, social and governance impacts. It matters to investors because the alignment creates a consistent, comparable summary of a company’s non-financial risks and performance—like using the same recipe to compare different restaurants—helping assess sustainability practices and potential long-term costs or opportunities.

human rights policy regulatory

"Social: share of women on the board and existence of a human rights policy"

A human rights policy is a formal statement describing how an organization identifies, prevents and responds to impacts on basic rights—such as worker safety, non-discrimination, freedom of association and community rights—across its operations and supply chain. It matters to investors because it signals how the company manages legal, reputational and operational risks related to people: like house rules that help avoid problems with tenants and neighbors, a clear policy helps assess whether the business is prepared to prevent costly rights-related conflicts and regulatory issues.

compliance/anti-corruption policy regulatory

"Governance: presence of a GRI-aligned CSR report and a compliance/anti-corruption policy"

A compliance/anti-corruption policy is a company’s formal rulebook and set of procedures designed to prevent bribery, kickbacks, and other improper payments or influence in its business activities. It matters to investors because it reduces legal, financial, and reputational risks—much like a well-maintained safety plan lowers the chance of costly accidents—so the presence and quality of such policies can affect a company's regulatory exposure, fines, and long-term stability.

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MONTREAL, July 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - (NYSE: CAE) (TSX: CAE) – CAE has been included in TIME's list of Canada's Best Companies 2026. This prestigious award is presented in collaboration with Statista, the world-leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider. The award list was announced on July 9^th, 2026, and can be viewed on Time.com.

TIME and Statista identified Canada's Best Companies 2026 based on three primary dimensions:

• Employee Satisfaction – Based on survey data from ~37,000 verified employees at Canadian companies over the past three years, covering company recommendations and employer ratings across image, atmosphere, working conditions, salary, workplace, and equality.

• Revenue Growth – Drawn from Statista's revenue database (last three years). Companies needed at least US $100 million in revenue (2024 or 2025) and positive revenue growth over three years, with both relative and absolute growth assessed.

• Sustainability Transparency – Based on an ESG index from Statista's ESG Database and additional research, covering:

 1. Environmental: 2024 carbon emissions intensity, reduction rate vs. 2022, and CDP score
 2. Social: share of women on the board and existence of a human rights policy
 3. Governance: presence of a GRI-aligned CSR report and a compliance/anti-corruption policy

The 125 highest-scoring companies were recognized as Canada's Best Companies 2026.

Based on the results of the study, CAE is honoured to be recognized on TIME's list of Canada's Best Companies 2026!

"We are honoured to be recognized as one of Canada's Best Companies 2026," said Matthew Bromberg, President and Chief Executive Officer at CAE. "This recognition reflects the strength of our people, the culture we continue to build together, and our commitment to creating long-term value. It is the dedication of our employees that enables us to grow responsibly, innovate with purpose, and make a meaningful impact for our customers, communities, and stakeholders."

About Statista
Statista publishes hundreds of worldwide industry rankings and company listings with high-profile media partners. This research and analysis service is based on the success of statista.com, the leading data and business intelligence portal that provides statistics, relevant business data, and various market and consumer studies and surveys.

About CAE
At CAE, we exist to make the world safer. We deliver cutting-edge training, simulation, and critical operations solutions to prepare aviation professionals and defence forces for the moments that matter. Every day, we empower pilots, cabin crew, maintenance technicians, airlines, business aviation operators, and defence and security personnel to perform at their best and when the stakes are the highest. Around the globe, we're everywhere customers need us to be with sites and training locations in over 40 countries. For nearly 80 years, CAE has been at the forefront of innovation, consistently seeking to set the standard by delivering excellence in high-fidelity flight simulators and training solutions, while embedding sustainability at the heart of everything we do. By harnessing technology and enhancing human performance, we strive to be the trusted partner in advancing safety and mission readiness - today and tomorrow.

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CAE Contacts:

Media Relations:
Samantha Golinski, Senior Vice President, Communications
+1-438-805-5856, samantha.golinski@cae.com

Investor Relations:
Andrew Arnovitz, Chief Strategy Officer
+1-514-734-5760, andrew.arnovitz@cae.com

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SOURCE CAE Inc.

FAQ

What did CAE (NYSE: CAE) announce about TIME Canada's Best Companies 2026?

CAE announced it has been included in TIME's Canada's Best Companies 2026 list. According to CAE, the recognition comes from an evaluation by TIME and Statista covering employee satisfaction, revenue growth and sustainability transparency, with only the 125 highest-scoring Canadian companies selected.

How were companies like CAE selected for TIME Canada's Best Companies 2026 list?

Companies were selected based on employee satisfaction, revenue growth and sustainability transparency. According to CAE, TIME and Statista used surveys of about 37,000 employees, revenue data requiring at least US$100 million and positive three-year growth, plus ESG-based criteria across environmental, social and governance factors.

What financial and growth criteria did CAE meet for TIME Canada's Best Companies 2026?

Eligible companies needed at least US$100 million in revenue in 2024 or 2025 and positive revenue growth over three years. According to CAE, Statista assessed both relative and absolute growth from its revenue database when determining which 125 Canadian companies qualified for the TIME 2026 list.

What ESG and sustainability factors were considered in CAE's recognition on TIME's 2026 list?

The sustainability assessment examined environmental, social and governance indicators. According to CAE, factors included carbon emissions intensity and reduction, CDP score, women’s board representation, human rights policy, GRI‑aligned CSR reporting and the presence of compliance or anti‑corruption policies when ranking Canadian companies.

How does CAE describe the significance of the TIME Canada's Best Companies 2026 award for stakeholders?

CAE describes the recognition as reflecting the strength of its people, culture and long‑term value focus. According to CAE, President and CEO Matthew Bromberg links the award to employees’ dedication supporting responsible growth, purposeful innovation and impact for customers, communities and stakeholders.