Cherry SE Appoints KPMG as New Auditor Following Court Decision

Cherry SE, an international manufacturer of computer input devices and digital healthcare solutions, has appointed KPMG AG Wirtschaftsprüfungsgesellschaft as its new statutory auditor for the audit of the annual financial statements and consolidated financial statements for the 2025 financial year. The court granted the Supervisory Board's request, following the previous auditor RSM Ebner Stolz AG's decision to decline the audit engagement, which was announced in an ad hoc announcement in November 2025.

Jurjen Jongma, CFO of Cherry SE, stated that the company welcomes the court's timely decision and views KPMG as an auditor of the highest reputation and expertise that will accompany Cherry SE's development. He expressed confidence that this appointment provides a robust and future-proof foundation for the audit of the company's financial statements. James Burns, Deputy Chairman of the Supervisory Board and Chairman of the Audit Committee of Cherry SE, added that the Supervisory Board acted promptly to ensure audit continuity and that KPMG's appointment is an important step in supporting the Audit Committee's review of financial reporting and other monitoring tasks to ensure proper financial reporting.

The appointment of a new auditor matters because it ensures the continuity and integrity of financial oversight for a publicly traded company. When an auditor declines an engagement, it can raise questions about the company's financial processes or relationship with its auditor, making the swift appointment of a reputable replacement crucial for maintaining investor confidence. KPMG's appointment as a globally recognized audit firm provides reassurance about the quality and independence of the financial review process.

The implications of this announcement extend to Cherry SE's stakeholders, including investors, regulators, and business partners who rely on accurate financial reporting. The court's involvement in approving the appointment adds a layer of regulatory oversight that validates the selection process. For more information about Cherry SE, visit https://ir.cherry.de/en/. The original release can be viewed on www.newmediawire.com.