Investor positive toward ABB's new rights issue

Investor positive toward ABB's new rights issue

Investor's President and CEO Marcus Wallenberg made the following
statement today in connection with ABB's announcement that it would
carry out a rights issue of new shares:

"ABB has implemented measures on a step-by-step basis to strengthen its
operational and financial position. The proposed new rights issue is an
important part of this work. Investor, representing 10 percent of the
capital and votes in ABB, is therefore positive toward the proposed
rights issue. The final decision to participate will be made after
reviewing the terms and conditions at the time of subscription."

For further information:

Fredrik Lindgren, Vice President, Corporate Communications,
+46 8 614 2031, +46 70 624 2031