Disclosure of acquisition of a relevant equity stake by GQG Partners

GQG Partners LLC has acquired a 5.02% stake in AXIA Energia S.A. through market transactions, holding 101,904,924 common shares and ADRs. GQG Partners has notified AXIA Energia of this acquisition. They have stated that this is a minority investment and does not intend to alter the company's control or management structure. The disclosure was made on May 21, 2026.