About Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation SMBC is the commercial banking subsidiary of SMFG and one of the largest banks globally on the basis of total assets. It provides an extensive range of corporate and consumer banking services in Japan and globally. About SMBC Nikko Securities Inc. SMBC Nikko is one of the leading full-line securities companies in Japan covering all client segments with a broad range of financial products and services through its international network. Additional Information and Where to Find it This communication may be deemed to be solicitation material in respect of the shareholder approval (the"Shareholder Approval") of the amended and restated certificate of incorporation authorizing additional shares of non-voting common stock. In connection with an annual meeting of its shareholders for the Shareholder Approval, Jefferies intends to file relevant materials with Securities and Exchange Commission (the"SEC"), including Jefferies' proxy statement in preliminary and definitive form.