Creating Two Independent Public Companies
Conclusion of Strategic Review
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■ At the May 2022 Investor Day, Western Digital publicly announced it was exploring broader options to
reposition the company with the full support of the Board, in consultation with advisors and multiple
interested external parties
■ On June 7, 2022, the company announced a formal, public Strategic Review aimed at further optimizing
long-term value for its shareholders
■ Western Digital fully evaluated a comprehensive range of alternatives that could unlock value in both our
HDD and Flash businesses
■ After a comprehensive Strategic Review, Western Digital determined that spinning off its Flash business
is the best, executable alternative at this time
■ Western Digital Board remains open to considering any alternatives that deliver superior value to the
proposed separation should they become available
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