Bradesco denies binding deal on Amil acquisition funding

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BANK BRADESCO (BBD) reports that, in response to questions from the Brazilian stock exchange B3 and the CVM about a media article discussing potential financing for funds seeking to purchase Amil, it has no binding document or agreement with the parties mentioned regarding the transaction described.

Bradesco adds that, even if it were to participate in such financing on the terms mentioned in the article, it views this as a customary transaction in the ordinary course of its business and not one that would, by itself, require disclosure as a material fact. The bank notes that market discussions about financing alternatives are common in significant and high-value merger and acquisitions transactions.

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"such participation would not give rise to an obligation to disclose a material fact"

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"it would be a customary transaction in the ordinary course of its business"

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"in significant and high-value merger and acquisitions transactions, it is natural that there may be market discussions"

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FAQ

What clarification did BANK BRADESCO (BBD) provide about potential financing related to Amil?

Bradesco stated there is no binding document or agreement between the bank and the parties mentioned in a news article about financing funds seeking to purchase Amil, and that the situation does not currently trigger disclosure of a material fact.

Did BANK BRADESCO (BBD) confirm participation in financing a potential Amil acquisition?

Bradesco explained that it has no binding agreement in place regarding the transaction discussed in the article. It did not announce any confirmed participation or specific financing commitment in relation to Amil.

How does BANK BRADESCO (BBD) view such financing in terms of disclosure obligations?

Bradesco stated that, even if it were to participate in the transaction described, this would be a customary transaction in the ordinary course of its business and would not, by itself, create an obligation to disclose a material fact.

What general context did BANK BRADESCO (BBD) give about M&A financing discussions?

Bradesco noted that in significant and high-value merger and acquisitions transactions, it is natural for there to be market discussions on financing alternatives and for potential acquirers to explore financing structures with different financial institutions.

Does this 6-K from BANK BRADESCO (BBD) include any new financial results or guidance?

No. The 6-K focuses on clarifying questions from B3 and the CVM regarding a media article about potential financing; it does not present financial results, guidance, or new quantitative financial information.

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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 6-K

REPORT OF FOREIGN PRIVATE ISSUER PURSUANT TO RULE 13a-16 OR 15d-16 UNDER THE

SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

For the month of August, 2026

Commission File Number 1-15250

BANCO BRADESCO S.A. 

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

BANK BRADESCO

(Translation of Registrant's name into English)

Cidade de Deus, s/n, Vila Yara
06029-900 - Osasco - SP
Federative Republic of Brazil

(Address of principal executive office)

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant files or will file annual reports under cover Form 20-F or Form 40-F.  Form 20-F ___X___ Form 40-F _______

 Indicate by check mark whether the registrant by furnishing the information contained in this Form is also thereby furnishing the information to the Commission pursuant to Rule 12g3-2(b) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.  

Yes _______ No ___X____

 .

 

Clarifications on CVM/B3 questionings

To

B3 S.A. – Brasil, Bolsa, Balcão

Listing and Issuer Supervision Department

Attn.: Ms. Ana Lucia da Costa Pereira

cc:

CVM – Brazilian Securities and Exchange Commission

Corporate Relations Department

Attn.: Mr. Fernando Soares Vieira

Ref.: Official Letter B3 258/2026-SLE dated August 24^th 2026 (“Official Letter”)

Banco Bradesco S.A. (“Bradesco” or “Bank”) hereby sets forth its clarifications regarding the Official Letter referred to above, transcribed at follows:

“An article published by the newspaper O Globo on August 24, 2026, entitled “Who Will Finance the Funds Seeking to Purchase Amil” which states, among other assertions, that:

• Bradesco will finance the Advent and Bain Capital funds in the purchase of Amil. It is willing to provide a check for R$ 12 billion.

We request clarification regarding the item highlighted above, by August 25, 2026, including confirmation or denial thereof, as well as any other information deemed relevant.”

Clarification:

Regarding the subject matter of the Official Letter, Bradesco clarifies that there is no binding document or agreement entered into between the Bank and the parties mentioned with the transaction referred to therein.

Bradesco further understands that, even if it were to participate in a transaction on the terms mentioned in the article, such participation would not give rise to an obligation to disclose a material fact, given that it would be a customary transaction in the ordinary course of its business.

It should be noted that, in significant and high-value merger and acquisitions transactions, it is natural that there may be market discussions regarding financing alternatives, as well as interest from potential acquirers in evaluating financing structures with different financial institutions.

Bradesco remains available to provide any further clarification that may be required.

Cidade de Deus, Osasco, August 25, 2026

Banco Bradesco S.A.

André Costa Carvalho
Investor Relations Director

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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.

Date: August 25, 2026

BANCO BRADESCO S.A.
By:		/S/André Costa Carvalho
		André Costa Carvalho Investor Relations Officer

FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

This press release may contain forward-looking statements. These statements are statements that are not historical facts, and are based on management's current view and estimates of future economic circumstances, industry conditions, company performance and financial results. The words "anticipates", "believes", "estimates", "expects", "plans" and similar expressions, as they relate to the company, are intended to identify forward-looking statements. Statements regarding the declaration or payment of dividends, the implementation of principal operating and financing strategies and capital expenditure plans, the direction of future operations and the factors or trends affecting financial condition, liquidity or results of operations are examples of forward-looking statements. Such statements reflect the current views of management and are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties. There is no guarantee that the expected events, trends or results will actually occur. The statements are based on many assumptions and factors, including general economic and market conditions, industry conditions, and operating factors. Any changes in such assumptions or factors could cause actual results to differ materially from current expectations.