Paris, March 29, 2017. Lectra, listed on Euronext (compartment B), confirms that, based on the consolidated financial statements of its last fiscal year ended December 31, 2016, it continues to be eligible for inclusion in French SME equity savings plans "PEA-PME".
This eligibility is in compliance with Decree n° 2014-283 issued on March 4, 2014, specifying the criteria for the inclusion of companies in the PEA-PME savings plans and their calculation method, pursuant to article 70 of the French 2014 finance act (loi de finances) of December 29, 2013. These calculations are made on an annual basis.
The company's eligibility enables Lectra shares to be included in PEA-PME savings accounts, qualifying for tax relief specifically applicable to investments in European small and mid-cap companies.
With 1,550 employees worldwide, Lectra is the world leader in integrated technology solutions (software, automated cutting equipment, and associated services) specifically designed for industries using fabrics, leather, technical textiles, and composite materials to manufacture their products.
Lectra serves major global markets: fashion and apparel, automotive (car seats and interiors, airbags), and furniture as well as a broad array of other industries (aeronautics, marine, wind power, etc.).
Lectra (code ISIN FR0000065484) is listed on Euronext (compartment B).
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Lectra - World Headquarters: 16-18, rue Chalgrin · 75016 Paris · France
Tel. +33 (0)1 53 64 42 00 - Fax +33 (0)1 53 64 43 00 - www.lectra.com
A French Société Anonyme with capital of € 31 250 212 · RCS Paris B 300 702 305
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