OTC Markets Group Welcomes Bayer AG to OTCQX

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OTC Markets Group has announced that Bayer AG, a major life science company, has qualified to trade on the OTCQX Best Market, upgrading from the Pink market. Bayer, which operates through three divisions – Pharmaceuticals, Consumer Health, and Crop Science, began trading on OTCQX under the symbols "BAYRY" and "BAYZF" on May 23, 2025.

The upgrade to OTCQX represents a significant step for Bayer in providing transparent trading for U.S. investors. Companies listed on OTCQX must meet high financial standards, follow best practice corporate governance, and demonstrate securities law compliance. The move allows Bayer to utilize its home market reporting to make information available to U.S. investors.

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• Upgrade to OTCQX Best Market provides enhanced visibility and accessibility for U.S. investors
• Ability to use home market reporting streamlines compliance and disclosure requirements
• Access to Real-Time Level 2 quotes increases transparency for investors

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NEW YORK, May 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- OTC Markets Group Inc. (OTCQX: OTCM), operator of regulated markets for trading 12,000 U.S. and international securities, today announced Bayer AG (Frankfurt Stock Exchange: BAYN; OTCQX: BAYRY, BAYZF), a life science company with three divisions – Pharmaceuticals, Consumer Health and Crop Science, has qualified to trade on the OTCQX® Best Market. Bayer AG upgraded to OTCQX from the Pink® market.

Bayer AG begins trading today on OTCQX under the symbols “BAYRY” and “BAYZF.” U.S. investors can find current financial disclosure and Real-Time Level 2 quotes for the company on www.otcmarkets.com.

Upgrading to the OTCQX Market is an important step for companies seeking to provide transparent trading for their U.S. investors. For companies listed on a qualified international exchange, streamlined market standards enable them to utilize their home market reporting to make their information available in the U.S. To qualify for OTCQX, companies must meet high financial standards, follow best practice corporate governance and demonstrate compliance with applicable securities laws.

“We are thrilled to welcome Bayer to OTCQX,” said Jason Paltrowitz, OTC Markets EVP of Corporate Services. “This milestone highlights the continued interplay between the European capital markets and U.S. investors seeking new investment opportunities." 

About Bayer
Bayer is a global enterprise with core competencies in the life science fields of health care and nutrition. In line with its mission, “Health for all, Hunger for none,” the company’s products and services are designed to help people and the planet thrive by supporting efforts to master the major challenges presented by a growing and aging global population. Bayer is committed to driving sustainable development and generating a positive impact with its businesses. At the same time, the Group aims to increase its earning power and create value through innovation and growth. The Bayer brand stands for trust, reliability and quality throughout the world. In fiscal 2024, the Group employed around 93,000 people and had sales of 46.6 billion euros. R&D expenses amounted to 6.2 billion euros. For more information, go to www.bayer.com.

About OTC Markets Group Inc.

OTC Markets Group Inc. (OTCQX: OTCM) operates regulated markets for trading 12,000 U.S. and international securities. Our data-driven disclosure standards form the foundation of our three public markets: OTCQX^® Best Market, OTCQB^® Venture Market, and Pink^® Open Market.

Our OTC Link^® Alternative Trading Systems (ATSs) provide critical market infrastructure that broker-dealers rely on to facilitate trading. Our innovative model offers companies more efficient access to the U.S. financial markets.

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FAQ

What does Bayer's upgrade to OTCQX mean for investors?

The upgrade provides U.S. investors with more transparent trading, access to real-time quotes, and current financial disclosures through www.otcmarkets.com.

What are Bayer's new trading symbols on OTCQX?

Bayer trades on OTCQX under two symbols: BAYRY and BAYZF.

What requirements did Bayer need to meet for OTCQX qualification?

Bayer had to meet high financial standards, follow best practice corporate governance, and demonstrate compliance with applicable securities laws.

What are the main divisions of Bayer AG?

Bayer AG operates through three main divisions: Pharmaceuticals, Consumer Health, and Crop Science.