Ecopetrol Shareholders Approve Substantial Dividend and COP $20.7 Trillion Strategic Reserve

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Ecopetrol's shareholders approved a COP $121 per share ordinary dividend, established a COP $20.7 trillion strategic reserve, and sanctioned a merger with Parque Solar Portón del Sol S.A.S.

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• Significant Dividend Approved

  Shareholders approved an ordinary dividend of COP $121 per share. Minority shareholders are expected to receive payment in a single installment by April 30, 2026, while the majority shareholder will receive COP $4.0 trillion by April 30, 2026, with the remaining balance by June 30, 2026.

• Massive Strategic Reserve Established

  An occasional reserve of COP $20.7 trillion was approved, intended to provide substantial flexibility in the execution of the company's strategy.

• Merger with Solar Entity Approved

  The General Shareholders' Meeting approved the merger between Ecopetrol S.A. (surviving entity) and Parque Solar Portón del Sol S.A.S. (absorbed entity), indicating strategic expansion.

• Bylaws Amendment Proposal Rejected

  A proposal submitted by pension funds managed by Colfondos S.A. Pensiones y Cesantías to amend Articles 13, 15, and 30 of the Company's Bylaws was not approved by shareholders.

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This filing details the key decisions from Ecopetrol's Ordinary General Shareholders' Meeting, which are highly significant for investors. The approval of an ordinary dividend of COP $121 per share provides a direct and substantial return to shareholders, reinforcing investor confidence. Crucially, the establishment of a massive COP $20.7 trillion (approximately $5.175 billion USD) occasional reserve significantly enhances the company's financial flexibility to execute its strategic initiatives and future growth plans. Additionally, the approval of a merger with Parque Solar Portón del Sol S.A.S. signals continued strategic expansion, potentially in renewable energy. These collective decisions demonstrate a strong commitment to shareholder returns and strategic growth, coming as the stock trades near its 52-week high.