Price T Rowe Group

None of the warning signs we check for were found.

We look for five warning signs: doubt it can keep going, weak checks on its own accounts, a notice that its past accounts can't be relied on, a change of auditor, and one customer bringing in a big share of sales. We don't check lawsuits, investigations or debt yet.

We checked the auditor's report, internal controls, restatement notices, auditor changes and big customers in the 10-K filed 13 Feb 2026, plus the 10-Q filed 31 Jul 2026 and 5 later 8-Ks.

Cheap for a reason is the question the numbers cannot answer.

Whether the price already reflects the risks is what the deep dive is for.

• Our revenues are based on the market value and composition of the assets under our management, all of which are subject to fluctuation caused by factors outside of our control.

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  • Government Shutdown. The U.S. federal government periodically experiences funding gaps that result in partial or complete shutdowns of government operations. A prolonged shutdown could adversely impact the U.S. economy, financial markets, and our business directly and indirectly. During a shutdown, many federal agencies, such as the SEC, suspend or delay regulatory approvals. A delay in the approval of new products which we intend to offer could materially impact our performance and the timing with which we begin to attract investors. Additionally, a shutdown could have broader negative effects on consumer and business confidence, the financial markets, and the overall economy. Uncertainty regarding the duration or frequency of government shutdowns may contribute to market volatility and increased redemptions from our products.

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• Any damage to our reputation could harm our business and lead to a loss of revenues and net income or access to capital.

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  Misconduct by our personnel or third-party service providers could likewise adversely impact our reputation and lead to a loss of client assets. While we maintain policies, procedures, and controls to reduce the likelihood of unauthorized activities, we are subject to the risk that our personnel or third parties acting on our behalf may circumvent controls or act in a manner inconsistent with our policies and procedures. Real or perceived conflicts between our clients’ interests and our own, as well as any fraudulent activity or other exposure of client assets or information, may impair our reputation and subject us to litigation or regulatory action. In addition, should we be subject to a cybersecurity event or data breach, or the target of cyber criminals who seek to defraud our clients, our reputation could be harmed and we could suffer financial loss. Any damage to our brand could impede our ability to attract and retain clients and key personnel, and reduce the amount of assets under our management, any of which could have a material adverse effect on our revenues and net income.

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• We may be adversely affected by increased governmental and regulatory scrutiny or negative publicity.

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  As noted above, we are subject to numerous laws and regulations governing privacy and the protection of personal or other data in the U.S., EU and other jurisdictions we operate in . Any failure to properly safeguard and maintain confidential data creates risk that we could be found to be in violation of laws and regulations and subject us to disclosure obligations, regulatory investigations, actions or fines, and litigation, and our insurance may not be sufficient to cover our liability which would impact our financial results.

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