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UBS declares coupon payments on 12 ETRACS Exchange Traded Notes

MWN-AI** Summary

UBS Investment Bank recently announced coupon payments for a total of 12 ETRACS Exchange Traded Notes (ETNs), comprising 9 notes traded on the NYSE Arca and 3 on NASDAQ. The ETNs covered by this announcement include those linked to various indices, such as the Alerian MLP Infrastructure Index, MarketVector U.S. Business Development Companies Liquid Index, and others focused on high dividends and commodities.

For the NYSE-traded ETNs, the coupons will be paid out on October 21, 2025. Notable among these are the ETRACS Alerian MLP Infrastructure Index ETN Series B (MLPB) with a quarterly coupon amount of $0.4261, offering a current annualized yield of 6.81%, and the ETRACS Quarterly Pay 1.5x Leveraged Alerian MLP Index ETN (MLPR) with a substantial coupon of $1.6187 and an annualized yield of 11.27%. The monthly ETNs, including the ETRACS Monthly Pay 2x Leveraged US High Dividend Low Volatility ETN Series B (HDLB), have variable coupon amounts linked to the underlying assets.

On the NASDAQ, UBS expects to declare coupon amounts for GLDI, SLVO, and USOI, which track gold, silver, and crude oil, respectively. The expected coupons are $1.7104, $1.1751, and $0.7501, with current yields of 11.37%, 17.34%, and 16.43% respectively, all payable on October 27, 2025.

UBS’s announcement emphasizes that coupon payments are variable and subject to market conditions and future risks, and they may change from period to period. Investors should review the accompanying prospectus and understand the risks associated with these investments, as actual future coupon payments cannot be guaranteed.

MWN-AI** Analysis

UBS recently announced coupon payments for twelve ETRACS Exchange Traded Notes (ETNs), a development that may present investment opportunities for yield-seeking investors. Notably, several of these ETNs offer attractive current yields, appealing to those looking to enhance their income portfolios.

Among the highlighted ETNs, the ETRACS Quarterly Pay 1.5x Leveraged Alerian MLP Index ETN (MLPR) offers a noteworthy yield of 11.27%, and the ETRACS Quarterly Pay 1.5x Leveraged MarketVector BDC Liquid Index ETN (BDC) boasts an even higher yield of 17.53%. For income-focused investors, these yields can be alluring, particularly in a low-interest-rate environment. However, it is essential to consider the risks associated with leveraged ETNs, including rate volatility and potential fluctuations in the underlying indices.

Moreover, the ETRACS Monthly Pay 2x Leveraged US Small Cap High Dividend ETN (SMHB) and ETRACS Monthly Pay 1.5x Leveraged Close-End Fund Index ETN (CEFD) also promise robust yields of 18.94% and 14.16%, respectively. Such yields can generate significant upside potential in a buoyant market, yet investors should remain wary of the inherent risks in leveraged products which can magnify losses during downturns.

Another crucial factor to weigh is UBS's creditworthiness as the issuer of these ETNs. Investors must acknowledge that coupon payments are not guaranteed, and economic shifts could impact UBS’s ability to meet its obligations.

In summary, while these ETNs provide tempting yields, thorough due diligence is paramount. Investors should assess risk tolerance, market conditions, and the broader economic landscape before committing capital to these instruments. Diversification remains a prudent strategy in navigating these high-yield products.

**MWN-AI Summary and Analysis is based on asking OpenAI to summarize and analyze this news release.

Source: Business Wire

MLPB: linked to the Alerian MLP Infrastructure Index, Series B

MLPR: linked to the Alerian MLP Index

BDCZ: linked to the MarketVector US Business Development Companies Liquid Index

BDCX: linked to the MarketVector US Business Development Companies Liquid Index

HDLB: linked to the Solactive US High Dividend Low Volatility Index Series B

SMHB: linked to the Solactive US Small Cap High Dividend Index Series B

PFFL: linked to the Solactive Preferred Stock ETF Index

CEFD: linked to the S-Network Composite Closed-End Fund Index

MVRL: linked to the Market Vectors Global Mortgage REITs Index

GLDI: linked to the Credit Suisse Nasdaq Gold FLOWS™ 103 Index

SLVO: linked to the Credit Suisse Nasdaq Silver FLOWS™ 106 Index

USOI: linked to the Credit Suisse Nasdaq WTI Crude Oil FLOWS™ 106 Index

UBS Investment Bank today announced coupon payments for 9 ETRACS Exchange Traded Notes traded on the NYSE Arca and expected coupon payments for 3 ETRACS Exchange Traded Notes traded on NASDAQ (together, the “ETNs”).

NYSE Ticker

ETN Name and Prospectus Supplement a

Coupon Valuation Date

Ex-Date

Record Date

Payment Date

Coupon Amount

Payment Schedule

Current Yield (annualized)

MLPB b

ETRACS Alerian MLP Infrastructure Index ETN Series B

9/30/2025

10/10/2025

10/10/2025

10/21/2025

$0.4261

Quarterly

6.81%

MLPR b

ETRACS Quarterly Pay 1.5x Leveraged Alerian MLP Index ETN

9/30/2025

10/10/2025

10/10/2025

10/21/2025

$1.6187

Quarterly

11.27%

BDCZ b

ETRACS MarketVector Business Development Companies Liquid Index ETN

9/30/2025

10/10/2025

10/10/2025

10/21/2025

$0.4458

Quarterly

10.41%

BDCX b

ETRACS Quarterly Pay 1.5x Leveraged MarketVector BDC Liquid Index ETN

9/30/2025

10/10/2025

10/10/2025

10/21/2025

$1.1200

Quarterly

17.53%

HDLB C

ETRACS Monthly Pay 2xLeveraged US High Dividend Low Volatility ETN Series B

9/30/2025

10/10/2025

10/10/2025

10/21/2025

$0.1883

Monthly

10.91%

SMHB C

ETRACS Monthly Pay 2xLeveraged US Small Cap High Dividend ETN Series B

9/30/2025

10/10/2025

10/10/2025

10/21/2025

$0.1220

Monthly

18.94%

PFFL C

ETRACS Monthly Pay 2x

Leveraged Preferred Stock ETN

9/30/2025

10/10/2025

10/10/2025

10/21/2025

$0.0420

Monthly

11.87%

CEFD C

ETRACS Monthly Pay 1.5X Leveraged Closed-End Fund Index ETN

9/30/2025

10/10/2025

10/10/2025

10/21/2025

$0.2656

Monthly

14.16%

MVRL C

ETRACS Monthly Pay 1.5x Leveraged Mortgage REIT ETN

9/30/2025

10/10/2025

10/10/2025

10/21/2025

$0.4182

Monthly

17.84%

a The table above provides a hyperlink to the relevant prospectus and supplements thereto for each of our ETRACS ETNs, which are identified by their names. For more information on each ETRACS ETN, see “ List of ETNs ”.

b “Current Yield (annualized)” equals the current quarterly Coupon Amount, multiplied by four (to annualize such coupon), divided by the closing Current Indicative Value of the ETN on its current Coupon Valuation Date rounded to two decimal places for ease of analysis. The Current Yield is not indicative of future coupon payments, if any, on the ETN. You are not guaranteed any coupon or distribution amount under the ETN.

c “Current Yield (annualized)” equals the current monthly Coupon Amount and the two immediately preceding monthly Coupon Amounts, multiplied by four (to annualize such coupons), divided by the closing Current Indicative Value of the ETN on its current Coupon Valuation Date rounded to two decimal places for ease of analysis. The Current Yield is not indicative of future coupon payments, if any, on the ETN. You are not guaranteed any coupon or distribution amount under the ETN.

Note: HDLB, SMHB and PFFL pay a variable monthly coupon linked to 2 times the cash distributions, if any, on the respective underlying index constituents, less withholding taxes, if any. CEFD and MVRL pay a variable monthly coupon, and MLPR and BDCX pay a variable quarterly coupon, each linked to 1.5 times the cash distributions, if any, on the respective underlying index constituents, less withholding taxes, if any. Variations in the amount of monthly or quarterly distributions will lead to large variations in the Current Yield as calculated above. As such, the Current Yield is not indicative of future coupon payments, if any, on these ETNs.

NASDAQ Ticker

ETN Name and Pricing Supplement d

Closing Indicative Value on 9/30/2025

Ex-Date

Record Date

Payment Date

Expected Coupon Amount per ETN e

Payment Schedule

Expected Current Yield f

GLDI

ETRACS Gold Shares Covered Call ETNs due February 2, 2033

$169.0021

10/22/2025

10/22/2025

10/27/2025

$1.7104

Monthly

11.37% g

SLVO

ETRACS Silver Shares Covered Call ETNs due April 21, 2033

$92.3532

10/22/2025

10/22/2025

10/27/2025

$1.1751

Monthly

17.34% g

USOI

ETRACS Crude Oil Shares Covered Call ETNs due April 24, 2037

$51.1026

10/22/2025

10/22/2025

10/27/2025

$0.7501

Monthly

16.43% g

d The table above provides a hyperlink to the relevant prospectus and supplements thereto for each of our ETRACS ETNs, which are identified by their names.

e On September 15, 2025, the Nasdaq Gold FLOWS™ 103 Index, the Nasdaq Silver FLOWS™ 106 Index and the Nasdaq WTI Crude Oil FLOWS™ 106 Index (the “Indices”) concluded the notional sale of options on GLD shares, SLV shares and USO shares, respectively, with October 2025 expiration. We expect that the notional cash distribution generated by this sale of options will be withdrawn from the Indices on October 13, 2025, subject to adjustment in the event of any market disruption events. Assuming no redemption or acceleration of GLDI, SLVO and USOI, and that the notional cash distribution is withdrawn from the Indices on October 13, 2025, we expect to declare a Coupon Amount for GLDI, SLVO and USOI, respectively, equal to the corresponding Expected Coupon Amount. The Expected Coupon Amount is subject to change upon the occurrence of a disruption event or other unforeseen circumstances.

f For each ETN, the Expected Current Yield equals the Expected Coupon Amount annualized and divided by the Closing Indicative Value, as discussed in more detail below. The Expected Current Yield, which is based on an ETN’s Expected Coupon Amount and its two most recent coupon payments, is not indicative of future coupon payments, if any, on the ETNs. In particular, future coupon payments on an ETN may differ significantly from its Expected Current Yield, if its Closing Indicative Value fluctuates widely in a volatile market. You are not guaranteed any coupon payment or distribution under the ETNs. Coupon payments for the ETNs (if any) are variable and do not represent fixed, periodic interest payments. The Expected Coupon Amount for any ETN may vary significantly from coupon period to coupon period and may be zero. Accordingly, the Expected Current Yield will change over time, and such change may be significant. Any payment on the ETNs is subject to UBS AG’s ability to pay its obligations as they become due. For more information regarding any ETN's coupon payments, please refer to such ETN's pricing supplement.

g “Expected Current Yield” equals the sum of (i) the Expected Coupon Amount, plus (ii) the amount of the ETN's two most recent coupon payments, multiplied by four (to annualize such coupons), divided by the Closing Indicative Value, and rounded to two decimal places for ease of analysis. The Expected Current Yield is subject to change upon the occurrence of a disruption event or other unforeseen circumstances.

Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains statements that constitute “forward-looking statements” that are subject to risks and uncertainties, and actual results may differ materially. These statements could contain words such as “possible,” “intend,” “will,” “may,” “intends,” “would,” “if,” “expect,” “potentially” or other similar expressions. Forward-looking statements, including those relating to UBS AG’s plans for the ETNs, are based on management’s current expectations and assumptions, and are subject to inherent uncertainties, risks and changes in circumstances that are difficult to predict. While these forward-looking statements represent UBS’s judgments, expectations and objectives concerning the matters described, a number of risks, uncertainties and other important factors, including whether UBS AG will actually declare a Coupon Amount for the 3 ETNs traded on NASDAQ, could cause actual developments and results to differ materially from UBS’s expectations. For a discussion of the risks and uncertainties that may affect the ETNs please refer to the "Risk Factors" in the prospectus supplements and pricing supplement relating to the 3 ETNs traded on NASDAQ. UBS is not under any obligation to (and expressly disclaims any obligation to) update or alter its forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.

About ETRACS
ETRACS ETNs are senior unsecured notes issued by UBS AG, are traded on either NYSE Arca or Nasdaq, and can be bought and sold through a broker or financial advisor. An investment in ETRACS ETNs is subject to a number of risks, including the risk of loss of some or all of the investor’s principal, and is subject to the creditworthiness of UBS AG. Investors are not guaranteed any coupon or distribution amount under the ETNs . We urge you to read the more detailed explanation of risks described under “Risk Factors” in the applicable prospectus supplement for the ETRACS ETN.

UBS AG has filed a registration statement (including a prospectus and supplements thereto) with the Securities and Exchange Commission, or SEC, for the offerings of securities to which this communication relates. Before you invest, you should read the relevant prospectus, along with the applicable prospectus supplement and pricing supplements to understand fully the terms of the securities and other considerations that are important in making a decision about investing in the ETRACS ETNs. The applicable offering document for each ETRACS ETN may be obtained by clicking on the name of each ETRACS ETN identified above. You may also get these documents without cost by visiting EDGAR on the SEC website at www.sec.gov . Alternatively, you can request the prospectus and the applicable prospectus supplement, by calling toll-free (+1-877-387 2275). The securities related to the offerings are not deposit liabilities and are not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other governmental agency of the United States, Switzerland or any other jurisdiction.

About UBS
UBS is a leading and truly global wealth manager and the leading universal bank in Switzerland. It also provides diversified asset management solutions and focused investment banking capabilities. UBS manages 6.1 trillion dollars of invested assets as per fourth quarter 2024. UBS helps clients achieve their financial goals through personalized advice, solutions and products. Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, the firm is operating in more than 50 markets around the globe. UBS Group shares are listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange and the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE).

In the US, securities underwriting, trading and brokerage activities and M&A advisor activities are provided by UBS Securities LLC, a registered broker/dealer that is a wholly owned subsidiary of UBS AG, a member of the New York Stock Exchange and other principal exchanges, and a member of SIPC ( http://www.sipc.org/ ). UBS Financial Services Inc. is a registered broker/dealer and affiliate of UBS Securities LLC.

This material is issued by UBS AG and/or any of its subsidiaries and/or any of its affiliates ("UBS"). This document was produced by and the opinions expressed are those of UBS as of the date of writing and are subject to change. It has been prepared solely for information purposes and for the use of the recipient. It does not constitute an offer or an invitation by or on behalf of UBS to any person to buy or sell any security. The information and analysis contained in this publication have been compiled or arrived at from sources believed to be reliable but UBS does not make any representation as to their accuracy or completeness and does not accept liability for any loss arising from the use hereof. Products and services mentioned in this material may not be available for residents of certain jurisdictions. Past performance is not necessarily indicative of future results. Please consult the restrictions relating to the product or service in question for further information.

The financial instrument is not sponsored, promoted, sold or supported in any other manner by Solactive AG nor does Solactive AG offer any express or implicit guarantee or assurance either with regard to the results of using the Index and/or Index trade mark or the Index Price at any time or in any other respect.

Alerian MLP Index, Alerian MLP Infrastructure Index, Alerian Midstream Energy Dividend Index, AMZ, AMZI and AEDW are trademarks of Alerian and their use is granted under a license from Alerian.

The S-Network Composite Closed-End Fund Index is a service mark of S-Network Global Indexes, Inc. (“S-Network”) and its use is granted under a license from S-Network. S-Network does not guarantee the accuracy and/or completeness of the S-Network Composite Closed-End Fund Index or any data included therein, and S-Network shall have no liability for any errors, omissions, interruptions, or defects therein. S-Network makes no warranty, express or implied, representations or promises, as to results to be obtained by UBS AG, or any other person or entity from the use of the S-Network Composite Closed-End Fund Index or any data included therein. S-Network makes no express or implied warranties, representations or promises, regarding the originality, merchantability, suitability, non-infringement, or fitness for a particular purpose or use with respect to the S-Network Composite Closed-End Fund Index or any data included therein. Without limiting any of the foregoing, in no event shall S-Network have any liability for any direct, indirect, special, incidental, punitive, consequential, or other damages (including lost profits), even if notified of the possibility of such damages.

The ETRACS Monthly Pay 1.5x Leveraged Mortgage REIT ETN (“MVRL ETN”) is not sponsored, endorsed, sold or promoted by MarketVector Indexes GmbH (“Licensor”) and Licensor makes no representation or warranty, express or implied, to the owners of the MVRL ETN or any member of the public regarding the advisability of investing in securities generally or in the MVRL ETN particularly or the ability of the Market Vectors® US Mortgage REITs Index to track the performance of the US mortgage REIT market.

The ETRACS MarketVector Business Development Companies Liquid Index ETN and the ETRACS Quarterly Pay 1.5x Leveraged MarketVector BDC Liquid Index ETN (“ETNs”) are not sponsored, endorsed, sold or promoted by MarketVector Indexes GmbH (“Licensor”) and Licensor makes no representation or warranty, express or implied, to the owners of the ETNs or any member of the public regarding the advisability of investing in securities generally or in the ETNs particularly or the ability of the MarketVector US Business Development Companies Liquid Index to track the performance of the US BDC market.

UBS specifically prohibits the redistribution or reproduction of this communication in whole or in part without the prior written permission of UBS and UBS accepts no liability whatsoever for the actions of third parties in this respect.

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FAQ**

What factors should an investor consider when evaluating the performance and risks associated with the "ETRACS Quarterly Pay 1.5X Leveraged Alerian MLP Index ETN MLPR"?

An investor should consider factors such as the ETN's leverage, the performance of the Alerian MLP Index, underlying asset volatility, interest rate trends, tax implications, potential liquidity issues, and the issuer's credit risk when evaluating MLPR.

How does the coupon payment structure of the "ETRACS Quarterly Pay 1.5X Leveraged Alerian MLP Index ETN MLPR" compare to other ETRACS ETNs in terms of volatility and predictability?

The "ETRACS Quarterly Pay 1.5X Leveraged Alerian MLP Index ETN MLPR" typically exhibits higher volatility due to its leveraged structure compared to other ETRACS ETNs, which may have more predictable coupon payments based on underlying index performance.

Given the projected performance of the underlying Alerian MLP Index, what are the potential implications for the “ETRACS Quarterly Pay 1.5X Leveraged Alerian MLP Index ETN MLPR” in a rising interest rate environment?

In a rising interest rate environment, the "ETRACS Quarterly Pay 1.5X Leveraged Alerian MLP Index ETN MLPR" may face increased borrowing costs and reduced attractiveness of its distributions, potentially leading to higher volatility and diminished investor demand.

How do market conditions, such as demand for energy infrastructure, impact the distribution yields of the "ETRACS Quarterly Pay 1.5X Leveraged Alerian MLP Index ETN MLPR"?

Market conditions, particularly demand for energy infrastructure, significantly influence the distribution yields of the "ETRACS Quarterly Pay 1.5X Leveraged Alerian MLP Index ETN MLPR" by affecting the cash flows of underlying MLPs and their ability to sustain or grow distributions.

4. How does the creditworthiness of UBS AG impact the investment in the "Credit Suisse X-Links Crude Oil Shares Covered Call ETN USOI," and what would happen if UBS were unable to meet its obligations?

The creditworthiness of UBS AG impacts the "Credit Suisse X-Links Crude Oil Shares Covered Call ETN USOI" as it indicates the risk level of the investment, and if UBS were unable to meet its obligations, it could lead to credit downgrades or defaults, adversely affecting investor confidence and ETN performance.

**MWN-AI FAQ is based on asking OpenAI questions about ETRACS 2xMonthly Pay Leveraged Preferred Stock Index ETN due September 25 2048 (NYSE: PFFL).

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