AstraZeneca (Nasdaq: AZN) shifts ADS and debt listings to NYSE

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AstraZeneca PLC is reorganising its US market presence by completing a direct listing of its ordinary shares and US debt securities on the New York Stock Exchange. The move is part of a shareholder approved plan to create a harmonised listing structure that supports a single global listing framework for investors.

The company has given notice that its American Depositary Shares, which represent ordinary shares on a two-for-one basis, and certain debt securities currently listed on Nasdaq are expected to cease trading there on 30 January 2026. AstraZeneca’s ordinary shares and these debt securities are expected to begin trading on the NYSE on 2 February 2026 under the ticker symbol AZN. After these changes, investors will be able to trade ordinary share interests across the London Stock Exchange, Nasdaq Stockholm and the NYSE.

FORM 6-K

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AstraZeneca PLC

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AstraZeneca PLC

INDEX TO EXHIBITS

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AstraZeneca to complete direct listing on NYSE

20 January 2026

AstraZeneca to complete direct listing of ordinary shares and all US debt securities on the New York Stock Exchange

Ticker symbol for ordinary shares will remain AZN

AstraZeneca PLC ("AstraZeneca") today provided notice of the voluntary withdrawal from listing on The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC ("Nasdaq") of (i) its American Depositary Shares (the "ADSs"), representing AstraZeneca's ordinary shares of $0.25 each (the "Ordinary Shares") on a two-for-one basis and (ii) debt securities issued by AstraZeneca or its wholly-owned subsidiary AstraZeneca Finance LLC and guaranteed by AstraZeneca (the "Debt Securities"). As previously announced on 29 September 2025, AstraZeneca plans to complete a direct listing of its Ordinary Shares and the Debt Securities on the New York Stock Exchange (the "NYSE"), which will be effective after market close on 30 January 2026. The direct listing is a part of AstraZeneca's shareholder approved plan to harmonise its share listing structure to deliver a global listing for global investors in a global company. Following implementation of the Harmonised Listing Structure, shareholders will be able to trade their interests in the Ordinary Shares across the London Stock Exchange, Nasdaq Stockholm and the NYSE.

The listing of the ADSs and the Debt Securities on Nasdaq is expected to cease on 30 January 2026 and the Ordinary Shares and Debt Securities are expected to commence trading on the NYSE from Monday, 2 February 2026. The Ordinary Shares will continue to be listed under the ticker symbol "AZN".

Debt securities

For details on the Debt Securities, including outstanding US dollar-denominated and US-listed debt securities please visit https://www.astrazeneca.com/investor-relations/debt-investors.html.

AstraZeneca

AstraZeneca (LSE/STO/Nasdaq: AZN) is a global, science-led biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery, development, and commercialisation of prescription medicines in Oncology, Rare Diseases, and BioPharmaceuticals, including Cardiovascular, Renal & Metabolism, and Respiratory & Immunology. Based in Cambridge, UK, AstraZeneca's innovative medicines are sold in more than 125 countries and used by millions of patients worldwide. Please visit astrazeneca.com and follow the Company on social media @AstraZeneca. The contents of AstraZeneca's website do not form part of this document and no one should rely on such websites or the contents thereof in reading this document.

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Matthew Bowden

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AstraZeneca PLC

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.

AstraZeneca PLC

Date: 20 January 2026

By: /s/ Matthew Bowden

Name: Matthew Bowden

Title: Company Secretary

FAQ

What listing change did AstraZeneca (AZN) announce for its shares and debt?

AstraZeneca announced it will complete a direct listing of its ordinary shares and certain US debt securities on the New York Stock Exchange as part of a harmonised global listing structure.

What happens to AstraZeneca (AZN) American Depositary Shares on Nasdaq?

AstraZeneca has provided notice of voluntary withdrawal of its American Depositary Shares from Nasdaq. The listing of these ADSs on Nasdaq is expected to cease on 30 January 2026.

When will AstraZeneca ordinary shares start trading on the NYSE?

The direct listing on the NYSE is expected to be effective after market close on 30 January 2026, with AstraZeneca’s ordinary shares expected to commence trading on the NYSE on 2 February 2026.

Will AstraZeneca’s ticker symbol change with the NYSE listing?

No. AstraZeneca states that the ticker symbol for its ordinary shares on the New York Stock Exchange will remain "AZN".

On which exchanges will AstraZeneca ordinary shares be tradable after the changes?

Following implementation of the harmonised listing structure, shareholders will be able to trade interests in AstraZeneca’s ordinary shares on the London Stock Exchange, Nasdaq Stockholm, and the New York Stock Exchange.

What did AstraZeneca say about its debt securities in this listing update?

The company plans to list its relevant debt securities on the NYSE and withdraw their listing from Nasdaq. It refers investors to its website for details on outstanding US dollar-denominated and US-listed debt securities.