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T. ROWE PRICE GROUP, INC.

GLOBAL CODE OF CONDUCT

February 1, 2023

Table of Contents

 

ABOUT THE CODE

     3  

OUR VALUES

     3  

Put clients first

     3  

Act with integrity and accountability

     3  

Cultivate intellectual curiosity and innovation

     3  

Embrace diversity and collaboration

     4  

Be disciplined and risk aware

     4  

Pursue excellence with passion and humility

     4  

OUR COMMITMENT TO ETHICAL AND RESPONSIBLE BUSINESS PRACTICES

     4  

Protecting client interests by avoiding conflicts of interest

     4  

   Personal securities transactions      5  

   Giving and receiving gifts and business entertainment      5  

   Political activities      6  

   Outside activities      6  

   Charitable contributions      7  

Safeguarding information

     7  

   Material, non-public information      8  

   Maintaining information barriers      8  

   Protecting against cyberattacks      9  

Preventing financial crime

     10  

   Anti-money laundering      10  

   Anti-bribery and anti-corruption      10  

   Antitrust      11  

Recordkeeping

     11  

OUR COMMITMENT TO ASSOCIATES

     12  

Provide a safe and healthy workplace

     12  

Commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion

     12  

Anti-harassment

     12  

No retaliation

     13  

Speaking up

     13  

Manager responsibilities

     14  

EACH ASSOCIATE’S COMMITMENT TO ETHICAL AND RESPONSIBLE CONDUCT

     14  

Business communication

     14  

   Interaction with the media/speaking engagements      14  

   Use of social media      15  

Use of T. Rowe Price resources

     15  

Personal disclosure

     15  

CONCLUSION

     16  

Resources

     16  

   Policy portal      16  

   Associate Handbooks      16  

   Contacts      16  

 

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ABOUT THE CODE

This Global Code of Conduct (the “Code”) is rooted in the values established by T. Rowe Price Group, Inc. and its subsidiaries1 (collectively, “T. Rowe Price”). It sets standards of ethical conduct expected of all T. Rowe Price directors, employees, officers, contingent workers, agency temporary workers, contractors, consultants, and any other personnel who are deemed to be subject to the Code (collectively referred to as “Associates”) and provides the framework for conducting business in a fair and ethical manner.

The Code has been approved by the T. Rowe Price Group, Inc. board of directors. Upon becoming subject to the Code and every year thereafter, Associates must certify that they have read, understood, and they agree to comply with the provisions of the Code. Infractions or suspected violations of the Code are investigated promptly and may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.

 

OUR VALUES

Our values shape our corporate culture and guide Associate behavior. These values are embedded in the principles and practices that have served T. Rowe Price since its founding in 1937. They ensure that efforts to create value for clients will be repeated far into the future. Each day, through large and small decisions and tasks, Associates around the globe affirm these values.

Put clients first

We take our role as fiduciaries seriously. That means, as a matter of principle, we put our clients’ interests first. To justify the trust each client places with us, we work to deeply understand their needs and find solutions to satisfy those needs. Every day, we seek to nurture and reward client confidence without ever taking it for granted. Our steadfast belief is that when the client succeeds, the firm succeeds.

Act with integrity and accountability

We strive to do the right thing, always. Our high ethical standards and our culture of conscience drive the choices we make every day. Our actions are consistent with our belief that trust and candor benefit all. We honor our commitments and hold ourselves and each other accountable for achieving desired results. Ultimately, success is not just about the value we create for our clients, but how we provide it.

Cultivate intellectual curiosity and innovation

The dynamics of our business and the needs of our clients require a commitment to lifelong learning. We continuously look across our global platform for opportunities and connections, remain thoughtful and alert, and ask the questions that can unlock value for our clients. We spend time and resources to act on new and innovative ideas. We create forward thinking solutions to address areas for opportunity and remain agile in implementation.

 

 

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The term “subsidiaries” does not include Oak Hill Advisors, L.P. and its subsidiaries.

 

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Embrace diversity and collaboration

We seek to leverage the wisdom of multiple perspectives from our firm’s associates worldwide by fostering an inclusive and collaborative environment. Our diverse global associates bring insight, engage in open debate, and embrace the broad sharing of information that keeps our thinking fresh and independent. By offering as well as challenging our best ideas, we arrive at carefully considered, well-informed decisions for our clients.

Be disciplined and risk aware

Being strategic, decisive, and disciplined—in approach, processes, and goals– enables us to provide effective and durable, long-term solutions. This intellectual rigor helps us to recognize and avoid short-term fads or inappropriate business practices. However, being disciplined does not mean that we don’t take risks. Being risk aware means that we become thoughtful risk takers: we carefully assess risks and manage them to develop innovative and effective solutions.

Pursue excellence with passion and humility

Consistent effort and superior results for all clients is our hallmark. We set high standards because that’s what our clients expect. We execute with operational excellence to meet and exceed our current goals. When we exceed our current goals, we set our future ones higher. Since we are committed to the continuous pursuit of excellence, our work is never done.

 

OUR COMMITMENT TO ETHICAL AND RESPONSIBLE

BUSINESS PRACTICES

Protecting client interests by avoiding conflicts of interest

T. Rowe Price acts as a fiduciary to many of its clients. A fiduciary is generally defined as “a person who holds a legal or ethical relationship of trust with one or more parties.” In other words, T. Rowe Price’s fiduciary responsibilities require it to place the interests of its clients ahead of its own interests or those of Associates.

Associates must act in a manner that avoids actual or perceived conflicts of interest. Conflicts of interest may arise between clients, between clients and T. Rowe Price, between clients and Associates, and among T. Rowe Price’s own entities or business divisions. T. Rowe Price takes all reasonable steps to identify and manage conflicts.

Certain conflicts are easily identified. Others are not. Both may have long-term consequences to T. Rowe Price, so Associates must seek guidance from their manager or Code Compliance when they are uncertain about the correct course of action. When conflicts of interest are not properly addressed or mitigated, they can subject T. Rowe Price and Associates to, among other things, increased regulatory scrutiny, fines, loss of reputation, and litigation.

 

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Conflicts or potential conflicts involving Associate actions may arise through, among other activities: (i) personal securities transactions; (ii) the giving and receiving of gifts and business entertainment; (iii) political contributions and activities; (iv) outside activities; and (v) charitable contributions.

❖   Personal securities transactions

Associates who engage in personal securities transactions must do so in compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and T. Rowe Price policies. An Associate’s personal investment activities must not result in legal, business or ethical conflicts with T. Rowe Price or its clients and may not be so excessive as to impact the Associate’s ability to perform their job function.

Transactions in T. Rowe Price securities are subject to pre-clearance and additional restrictions. Associates may only transact in T. Rowe Price securities during designated “transaction periods” published on the T. Rowe Price intranet site (the “Exchange”).

Associates must not:

 

   

Transact in T. Rowe Price securities options (other than options granted by T. Rowe Price to Associates);

   

Sell short T. Rowe Price securities;

   

Transact in T. Rowe Price securities outside the designated transaction period; and

   

Enter into any contract or purchase any instrument designed to hedge or offset any decrease in the market value of T. Rowe Price securities.

Associates must never trade in their personal securities accounts while in possession of material, non-public information, and must not use their internal access to T. Rowe Price systems, resources, and/or personnel to conduct their personal transactions. See “Safeguarding information.”

For more detail on the requirements related to personal securities transactions, Associates should refer to the Code of Ethics and Personal Transactions Policy.

❖   Giving and receiving gifts and business entertainment

Giving and receiving gifts and entertainment is an established business practice which, if used appropriately, can help strengthen business relationships and foster new business opportunities. However, Associates must avoid even the appearance of impropriety when giving or receiving gifts or entertainment as they may appear to influence a business contact’s, or an Associate’s decision-making regarding T. Rowe Price business.

 

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Associates may not offer, give, provide, or accept any gift or business entertainment unless such gift or entertainment:

 

   

Is reasonable and customary under the circumstances;

   

Is not lavish in value or excessive in frequency;

   

Cannot be construed as a bribe, payoff, or kickback to obtain or retain business;

   

Is an appropriate reimbursable business expense; and

   

Does not violate any applicable law, regulation or T. Row Price policy.

The exchange of gifts and entertainment involving certain entities, including defined benefit plan fiduciaries and brokers, is highly regulated and our policies apply additional limitations when interacting with such individuals. There are specific provisions in T. Rowe Price and business unit policies and procedures relating to these limitations.

For more detail on the requirements related to the exchange of gifts and business entertainment, Associates should refer to the Global Gifts and Business Entertainment Policy and applicable business unit policies and procedures.

❖   Political activities

While T. Rowe Price acknowledges personal engagement in the political process, Associates must be mindful that their actions in this regard could have a negative financial or reputational impact on T. Rowe Price, if they fail to meet certain requirements. U.S. pay-to-play regulations restrict personal political contributions by employees of financial services companies.

Associates must obtain prior clearance for their political contributions and activities related to candidates for political office in the United States. Political contributions and activities undertaken by Associates must always be lawful and consistent with T. Rowe Price and business unit policies. Associates may not coordinate or solicit third parties to make a contribution or payment to any candidate, officeholder, political party, political action committee, political organization or bond ballot campaign in the U.S., unless authorized by Legal, Compliance & Audit. Furthermore, Associates may not do anything indirectly that, if done directly, would violate T. Rowe Price policies or applicable regulation.

For more detail on the requirements related to the limits on political contributions and activities, Associates should refer to the Global Political Contributions and Activities Policy and applicable business unit policies and procedures.

❖   Outside activities

Associates are expected to put their responsibilities at T. Rowe Price ahead of any other personal business opportunities or second jobs and must avoid any activities, relationships or situations that might conflict with, or appear to conflict with, their duties on behalf of T. Rowe Price. When an Associate is engaged in an approved outside activity, they must be vigilant about any changes in the arrangement that may present a real or perceived conflict of interest with T. Rowe Price.

 

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Associates who are FINRA-registered representatives of a T. Rowe Price broker-dealer have additional reporting requirements with respect to outside activities.

For more detail on the requirements related to outside activities, Associates should refer to the Global Outside Activities Policy and applicable business unit policies and procedures.

❖   Charitable contributions

Associates must be sensitive to a possible perception of undue influence before making or requesting charitable contributions to or from a client, prospect, vendor, or other business contact. Under certain anti-bribery laws, regulators may consider charitable contributions to be improper payments, even when the person who has requested that the contribution be made receives no direct monetary benefit. Accordingly, when making charitable contributions in response to requests from business contacts, Associates must be mindful of real or perceived conflicts of interest. In no case should charitable contributions be made on a quid pro quo basis.

For more detail on the requirements related to charitable contributions, Associates should refer to the Global Charitable Contributions Policy and applicable business unit policies and procedures.

Safeguarding information

T. Rowe Price is committed to the appropriate collection, use, security and confidentiality of the financial, personal and business information (together, “confidential information”) entrusted to it by clients, vendors, and Associates. When Associates handle confidential information correctly, they protect T. Rowe Price’s reputation for integrity, promote business relationships, safeguard T. Rowe Price’s and its clients’ assets, and help to ensure compliance with the complex laws and regulations governing T. Rowe Price’s business. These concepts include maintaining the quality of confidential information and not retaining confidential information when no longer needed to comply with law or other legitimate business purposes.

Confidential information includes information that is not known to the public about T. Rowe Price, its employees, its clients or other parties with whom T. Rowe Price has a relationship and that have an expectation of confidentiality. No matter the form or format, Associates must protect the information they manage on behalf of T. Rowe Price from theft, loss, or unauthorized access, use or disclosure. The commitment to safeguarding confidential information applies whether the Associate is working in the office or remotely from another location.

Associates must:

 

   

Follow applicable T. Rowe Price and business unit policies regarding the collection, use and safeguarding of confidential information;

   

Access only the confidential information they need to know and are authorized to access to perform their job function or as permitted by law;

   

Transmit confidential information only to other Associates or to third parties who have a legitimate business need to know the information and in compliance with applicable policies;

 

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Take care to prevent unauthorized persons from obtaining confidential information;

   

Use confidential information solely for T. Rowe Price business, and maintain confidentiality even when their relationship with T. Rowe Price ends;

   

Transact T. Rowe Price business exclusively through approved communication channels and devices;

   

Refrain from using or bringing physical or electronic confidential information belonging to another business (including past employers) to T. Rowe Price, unless authorized by the other business; and

   

Report known or suspected data security incidents without delay to the Help Desk.

The firm has procedures to ensure individuals, regulators, and others are informed timely of data security incidents when required. Through audits and internal reviews, T. Rowe Price regularly assesses the effectiveness of controls to mitigate privacy and confidentiality risk.

For more detail on the requirements related to confidential information, Associates should refer to the Global Information and Systems Security Policy, the Global Privacy Policy, the Confidential Client Data Policy, the Global Material, Non-Public Information Policy and applicable business unit policies and procedures.

❖   Material, non-public information

Material, non-public information (also referred to as “inside information”) is a form of confidential information and includes all non-public information that may have a significant impact on the price of a security or other financial instrument or that a reasonable investor would likely consider important or relevant in making an investment decision.

Associates must never, under any circumstance, trade, encourage others to trade or recommend securities or related financial instruments while in possession of material, non-public information related to those securities or instruments.

If an Associate believes they may be in possession of material, non-public information, they must immediately contact Legal, Compliance and Audit and refrain from disclosing the information to anyone else, including T. Rowe Price colleagues, unless specifically instructed to do so by Legal, Compliance and Audit.

For more detail on the requirements related to material, non-public information, Associates should refer to the Global Material, Non-Public Information Policy and applicable business unit policies and procedures.

❖   Maintaining information barriers

Information barriers are the physical and system controls established by T. Rowe Price to prevent restricted investment data from being communicated or shared among certain legal entity affiliates. Information barriers include, among other things:

 

   

Separate office spaces for adviser affiliates;

 

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Controlled access to physical spaces through keycard permissions;

   

Systems entitlement restrictions, distribution list management, and similar technology barriers; and

   

Adherence to a “cooling off” period for investment personnel transferring roles across adviser entities.

Associates must exercise caution when using restricted investment data and ensure they do not inadvertently share such information with their colleagues who are not authorized to receive it.

For more detail on the requirements related to maintaining information barriers, Associates should refer to the Enterprise Disaggregation Policy, the Enterprise Disaggregation Physical Separation Policy, the Enterprise Disaggregation Information Barrier Breach Policy, the Information Barriers Policy and applicable business unit policies and procedures.

❖ Protecting against cyberattacks

Every Associate is responsible for cybersecurity. Cybersecurity is generally defined as the practice of protecting critical systems and confidential information from digital attacks. Cybersecurity measures are designed to combat threats against networked systems and applications, whether those threats originate from inside or outside an organization.

A cyberattack has the potential to damage or impair the confidentiality, integrity or availability of T. Rowe Price’s information, systems or networks. To protect these valuable assets, T. Rowe Price maintains a framework of safeguards to prevent, detect and respond to cyberthreats and incidents, which includes certain monitoring of Associates’ actions regarding the Firm’s information systems and networks.

Associates must:

 

   

Be alert to phishing scams and other forms of social engineering and refrain from clicking links or opening attachments from unknown senders;

   

Protect their passwords and never share them with anyone, even someone they know;

   

Maintain the physical security of laptops and other mobile devices;

   

Refrain from accessing or downloading anything for installation or storage onto T. Rowe Price’s computers unless it is approved by the T. Rowe Price;

   

Refrain from downloading firm information to their personal devices or personal cloud storage sites;

   

Notify the Help Desk without delay when they detect suspicious activity or when T. Rowe Price assets (such as laptops, mobile devices, flash drives containing confidential information) are lost or stolen; and

   

Be familiar with T. Rowe Price and business unit policies and procedures relating to information security and the proper use of T. Rowe Price systems.

For more detail on the requirements related to cybersecurity and cyberattacks, Associates should refer to the Global Information and Systems Security Policy and applicable business unit policies and procedures.

 

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Preventing financial crime

❖   Anti-money laundering

Money laundering is a crime that involves disguising funds obtained through illegal means by moving them through legitimate channels in an effort to “clean” the assets. Failure to comply with anti-money laundering laws is a crime. T. Rowe Price has designed its business operations to ensure that our facilities, products, and services are used only for legitimate purposes. T. Rowe Price will not knowingly engage in any activity that facilitates money laundering or the funding of terrorist or criminal activities.

T. Rowe Price has developed policies and procedures to help detect and prevent money laundering from occurring and it will comply with all laws and regulations to which it is subject, including those laws and regulations requiring the reporting of suspicious activity.

Associates must:

 

   

Ensure clients provide accurate and complete information about themselves as required by applicable law and T. Rowe Price and business unit policies; and

   

Escalate promptly any unusual or suspicious activity that could involve money laundering or terrorist financing, has no apparent business or lawful purpose, or is not the type of transaction in which the client would normally engage.

For more detail on the requirements related to anti-money laundering, Associates should refer to the Global Anti-Money Laundering Policy and applicable business unit policies and procedures.

❖   Anti-bribery and anti-corruption

Associates must not offer, promise, pay or authorize the payment of, directly or indirectly, any money or anything of value to any person to influence the person to obtain or retain business or gain any other improper business transaction. Likewise, a business partner of T. Rowe Price may not engage in such activities, either independently or on our behalf. There is a heightened risk of bribery or corruption when Associates interact with government officials (officers, employees or representatives of a government entity).

Actions constituting a bribe or illegal payment are interpreted broadly and may include, among other things (i) exchanging excessive or lavish entertainment and/or gifts, and (ii) hiring individuals who are referred by, or related to, clients or government officials.

Associates must:

 

   

Be familiar with T. Rowe Price and business unit policies and procedures regarding interactions with government officials and anti-bribery and anti-corruption;

   

Ensure that appropriate due diligence has been conducted on all third-party business partners with whom they interact; and

 

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Offer or accept from clients and potential clients only those gifts and entertainment that are usual, customary and appropriate.

For more detail on the requirements related to anti-bribery and anti-corruption, Associates should refer to the Global Anti-Bribery and Anti-Corruption Policy and applicable business unit policies and procedures.

❖   Antitrust

Global antitrust laws are designed to ensure fair competition, preserve the free enterprise system, and prohibit the misuse of market power by individual companies.

Associates must not agree with a competitor to fix prices, refrain from hiring each other’s employees, or otherwise distort the market and must never deal with anyone if the purpose of the interaction is to impede another party from competing in the market.

For more detail on the requirements related to ensuring free and competitive markets, Associates should refer to the Global Policy on Compliance with Antitrust Laws and applicable business unit policies and procedures.

Recordkeeping

T. Rowe Price is required to maintain accurate and complete books and records of its business activities and is subject to a broad range of regulatory requirements in connection with the retention and destruction of both physical and electronic records. Records created by Associates are the property of T. Rowe Price and must be maintained and destroyed in accordance with T. Rowe Price and business unit policies and procedures.

To ensure recordkeeping requirements are maintained in accordance with applicable regulation, Associates must conduct all T. Rowe Price business on T. Rowe Price-approved devices (e.g., desktops, laptops, mobile phones) and through T. Rowe Price systems.

Associates must exercise care when disposing of records when it is appropriate and legal to do so. There can be legal prohibitions from destroying any records that may be relevant to any current, pending or threatened litigation, or regulatory investigation or audit. Associates must be prepared to secure relevant records once they become aware that they are subject to litigation or regulatory investigations or audits.

For more detail on the requirements related to record retention and destruction, Associates should refer to the Global Electronic Communications Policy and applicable business unit policies and procedures.

 

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OUR COMMITMENT TO ASSOCIATES

Provide a safe and healthy workplace

T. Rowe Price is committed to providing all Associates with a workplace that prioritizes both well-being and safety. Associates are responsible for following the direction of the firm’s security staff and for bringing situations that threaten the health and safety of Associates to their attention immediately.

Associates should refer to the applicable Associate handbook for additional details.

Commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion

T. Rowe Price is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a global culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion (“DEI”). Our diverse global workforce is one of our most valuable assets. The collective sum of our individual Associates’ backgrounds, perspectives, talents, and experiences contribute significantly to our culture, our reputation, our ability to deliver a strong client experience, and our success. We embrace and encourage our differences in age, race, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our associates unique. Our DEI programs and expectations are woven throughout our practices and policies on recruitment, talent acquisition, and retention; compensation and benefits; professional development and training; promotions; transfers; associate engagement, outreach, and advocacy; layoffs and terminations; and the ongoing development of an inclusive work environment that allows Associates to bring their best selves to work every day.

Associates should refer to the applicable Associate handbook for additional details.

Anti-harassment

T. Rowe Price is committed to providing a safe working environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. Associates have the right to enjoy a workplace that is conducive to high performance, promotes equal opportunity, and prohibits discrimination, including harassment. T. Rowe Price will not tolerate harassment, discrimination, or other types of inappropriate behavior directed by or toward an Associate, supervisor, manager, contractor, vendor, client, visitor, or other business partner. Accordingly, under the zero-tolerance policy, we do not tolerate discrimination, sexual harassment, human rights violations, harassment or intimidation of any Associate based on race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, military or veteran status, pregnancy discrimination, or any other status protected by country, federal, state, or local law.

Associates may not engage in activities or conduct, in any setting, that is inconsistent with our corporate values, particularly those related to our policy against harassment and discrimination.

 

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Actions that may embarrass, offend, insult or denigrate individuals or groups, or that may shock, insult or offend our community, clients or Associates will lead to disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.

Associates should refer to the applicable Associate handbook for additional details.

No retaliation

T. Rowe Price does not tolerate retaliation or intimidation for any report of misconduct that is made in good faith or in accordance with applicable laws. Anyone who retaliates against an Associate for sharing concerns or participating in an investigation of misconduct will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.

For more detail related to speaking up and protection from retaliation, Associates should refer to the Global Whistleblower Policy and applicable business unit policies and procedures.

Speaking up

Every Associate has an obligation to speak up if they encounter a situation that raises a real or potential legal or ethical concern – potential fraud, a violation of this Code, a T. Rowe Price policy, law or regulation, or any other wrongdoing. Reporting of an ethical matter should be factual, rather than speculative, and should contain as much information as possible to allow for proper assessment of the nature, extent and urgency of the matter being reported.

T. Rowe Price has established several ways that facilitate the sharing of concerns by an Associate. Associates may escalate a concern to:

 

   

Their manager;

   

The General Counsel, respective chief compliance officer, senior compliance manager or regional Head of Human Resources, verbally or in writing. This can be done on an anonymous basis in writing using internal mail and a confidential envelope;

   

The anonymous reporting hotline at 1.888.651.6223, which is administered by a third party vendor and available 24 hours a day/seven days a week. International dialing codes may be necessary for calls originating outside the U.S.; and

   

EthicsPoint, the confidential, anonymous reporting web-site administered by a third-party vendor and available 24 hours a day/seven days a week.

As Associate’s obligation to speak up is not intended to restrict, discourage, or interfere with an Associate’s communications or actions that are protected or required by law or regulation.

T. Rowe Price will investigate promptly matters reported and will make every effort to maintain confidentiality during the investigation, to the extent practicable and as permitted by law.

 

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Manager responsibilities

Managers must always lead with integrity and reinforce T. Rowe Price’s culture of ethical conduct with the Associates they manage. Managers are typically the first resource for Associates who have questions regarding ethical issues, or matters addressed in the Code or other applicable T. Rowe Price or business unit policies and procedures. If a manager is unable to resolve an issue or is unsure of the correct course of action, they must direct the Associate to the appropriate resource.

Since managers may be the first place an Associate turns to escalate a concern regarding unethical behavior or wrongdoing, they must create an open environment where Associates feel comfortable sharing concerns and asking questions. Associates must never feel uncomfortable or fear retaliation for sharing concerns or their observations of misconduct.

Managers are also responsible for taking appropriate action, which may include escalation, when they have concerns regarding an Associate. In some cases, a manager may be held responsible for failing to report misconduct or to take steps to address or remediate an Associate’s misconduct.

Associates should refer to the Manager SourceBook for additional details.

 

EACH ASSOCIATE’S COMMITMENT TO ETHICAL AND

RESPONSIBLE CONDUCT

Business communication

Any public statement or communication about T. Rowe Price must be fair, balanced and not misleading, while simultaneously protecting the confidentiality of T. Rowe Price’s business and client information. Communications that fail to meet these standards could have serious repercussions for T. Rowe Price.

Only T. Rowe Price-approved messaging systems may be used to engage in electronic communication about T. Rowe Price or to conduct T. Rowe Price business. Failure to comply with this requirement may subject an Associate to sanctions, including termination of employment.

For more detail on the requirements related to appropriate use of mobile devices in connection with business communications, Associates should refer to the Global Electronic Communications Policy, the Mobile Device Acceptable Use and Security Policy and applicable business unit policies and procedures.

❖   Interaction with the media/speaking engagements

Only certain Associates are authorized to communicate on behalf of T. Rowe Price. Please refer all requests for information from the media concerning T. Rowe Price’s corporate affairs, investment products and services, investment philosophy and policies, to the appropriate Corporate Communications/Public Relations contact for reply. Speaking on industry panels at conferences does not require approval, but Associates should notify their manager prior to accepting. Invitations to speak at high-profile events should be reviewed with Legal, Compliance & Audit.

 

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For more detail on the requirements related to business communication and interactions with the media, Associates should refer to the Global Media Engagement Guidelines and applicable business unit policies and procedures.

❖   Use of social media

T. Rowe Price respects each Associate’s right to engage in social and professional dialogue outside of working hours and acknowledges that such activity may involve the use of social media. Associates must exercise good judgement when making personal statements on social media platforms and must ensure that their activities on social media (whether personal or professional) comply with the requirements of T. Rowe Price’s policy on the use of social media. Compliance with the policy ensures compliance with applicable regulations when engaging on social media platforms and protecting other Associates, clients and T. Rowe Price.

For more detail on the requirements related to the use of social media in the workplace, Associates should refer to the T. Rowe Price Policy for U.S. Associate Use of Social Media, the T. Rowe Price ex-U.S. Policy for Associate Use of Social Media and applicable business unit policies and procedures.

Use of T. Rowe Price resources

T. Rowe Price property and resources are intended to help Associates achieve T. Rowe Price’s business objectives. Associates must protect and use T. Rowe Price property and resources responsibly. T. Rowe Price does not tolerate careless, inefficient, fraudulent, or illegal use of its resources.

Although T. Rowe Price recognizes that Associates may utilize T. Rowe Price systems for occasional personal use, Associates should have no expectation of privacy with respect to information transmitted or stored on such systems.

Personal disclosure

Associates must not engage in any conduct that could jeopardize T. Rowe Price’s registration as a regulated entity under U.S. and global securities laws and must promptly notify the Code Compliance Team if they are involved in, or become aware of, certain criminal, civil, regulatory or financial events. Upon joining T. Rowe Price and annually thereafter, Associates are required to complete a certification as to their personal disclosure requirements. Nevertheless, disclosure of any change in the matters to which the Associate has certified must be promptly reported to Code Compliance.

 

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CONCLUSION

The principles set forth in this Code provide the ethical framework for an Associate’s business-related decisions and interactions with other Associates, clients and business partners. When Associates adhere to this ethical framework and conduct business with integrity and excellence, T. Rowe Price’s reputation as a trusted adviser and business partner is affirmed. Strict compliance with the provisions of this Code is considered a basic condition of employment or association with T. Rowe Price.

The Code does not create, nor is it intended to create, an employment or other contractual agreement. Unless otherwise provided by written agreement, Associates are employed “at will,” meaning that either the Associate or T. Rowe Price may end their arrangement without notice, at any time, for any reason or for no reason at all.

Resources

❖   Policy portal

Many of the principles and values discussed in the Code are described further in T. Rowe Price business unit and region-specific policies and procedures, which also provide detail on Associate responsibilities. In some cases, our policies apply to the activities of an Associate’s family members, such as those related to conflicts of interest and personal securities transactions. Associates are expected to be familiar and comply with all policies and procedures applicable to them. Policies and procedures can be found in C360 on the Exchange.

❖   Associate Handbooks

 

T. Rowe Australia Associate Handbook

  

T. Rowe Price Singapore Associate Handbook

T. Rowe Price China Associate Handbook

  

T. Rowe Price U.K. Associate Handbook

T. Rowe Price Hong Kong Associate Handbook

  

T. Rowe Price U.S. Associate Handbook

For all other Associate Handbooks, Associates should refer to myHR on the Exchange.

❖   Contacts

Code Compliance: Code_of_Ethics@TRowePrice.com

Business Unit Contacts: Business Unit Compliance Resources

 

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T. ROWE PRICE GROUP, INC. AND ITS SUBSIDIARIES

T. ROWE PRICE MUTUAL FUNDS

T. ROWE PRICE EXCHANGE-TRADED FUNDS

CODE OF ETHICS AND PERSONAL TRANSACTIONS POLICY

February 1, 2023

Table of Contents

 

    I.   INTRODUCTION

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    II.   STANDARDS OF BUSINESS CONDUCT

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    III. REPORTING REQUIREMENTS

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    A.  Initial Disclosure of Existing Accounts

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    B.  New Accounts

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    C.  Transaction Reporting

     5  

    D.  Exceptions to the Reporting Requirements

     6  

    IV.  PRE-CLEARANCE AND HOLDING PERIOD REQUIREMENTS

     6  

    A.  Pre-clearance Requirements for all Associates

     6  

    B.  Pre-clearance Requirements for Access Persons

     7  

    C.  Holding Period Requirements

     7  

    D.  Exceptions to the Pre-Clearance Requirement

     7  

    V. OTHER PROVISIONS RELATING TO PERSONAL TRANSACTIONS

     8  

    A.  Limit Orders

     8  

    B.  Transacting in TRPG Securities

     8  

    C.  Transacting in ETFs

     8  

    D.  Initial Public Offerings (“IPOs”)

     9  

    E.  Options and Futures

     9  

    F.  Participation in Investment Clubs

     9  

    VI.  PERSONAL TRANSACTIONS RESTRICTIONS

     10  

    VII. CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

     10  

    A.  Initial Holdings

     10  

    B.  Annual Compliance Certification

     11  

    C.  Reporting of One – Half of One Percent Ownership

     12  

    VIII.ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

     12  

    IX.  VIOLATIONS AND SANCTIONS

     12  

    X. EXCEPTIONS AND INTERPRETATIONS

     13  

    XI.  DEFINED TERMS

     14  

Exhibit A: Provisions Applicable to Independent Directors

     17  

Exhibit B: Pre-clearance and Reporting Matrix

     22  

 

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T. ROWE RICE GROUP, INC. AND ITS SUBSIDIARIES

T. ROWE PRICE MUTUAL FUNDS

T. ROWE PRICE EXCHANGE-TRADED FUNDS

CODE OF ETHICS AND PERSONAL TRANSACTIONS POLICY

 

I.

INTRODUCTION

This Code of Ethics and Personal Transactions Policy (the “Policy”) sets forth the standards of business conduct expected of all:

   

officers, directors and employees of T. Rowe Price Group, Inc. (“TRPG”) and certain of its subsidiaries1 (collectively, “T. Rowe Price”) and their Family Members;

   

officers, directors and employees of the Price Funds, the SICAVs, or the Cayman Funds (each as defined below); and

   

contingent workers, agency temporary workers, contractors, consultants, and any other personnel who have been notified that they are subject to this Policy

(collectively referred to as “Associates”) in connection with their personal securities transactions.

The Policy is designed to:

   

Reflect the fiduciary duty of the firm to its clients;

   

Address compliance with laws, rules, and regulations applicable to T. Rowe Price’s business, including, but not limited to Rule 204A-1 under the Investment Advisers Act (“Rule 204A-1”) and Rule 17j-1 under the Investment Company Act of 1940 (“Rule 17j- 1”);

   

Prevent regulatory, business and ethical conflicts as they relate to personal transactions;

   

Minimize the potential of a transaction or circumstance occurring that a regulatory agency would view as inconsistent with T. Rowe Price’s role as a fiduciary;

   

Avoid situations in which it might appear that any officer, director, employee or other personnel of T. Rowe Price or the Price Funds had benefited personally at the expense of a client or fund shareholder or taken inappropriate advantage of their fiduciary position; and

   

Detect and prevent the misuse of material, non-public information.

All Associates must comply with the Policy. Certain Associates will be notified by Code Compliance that they have been designated as “Access Persons” and are subject to more restrictive pre-clearance and reporting requirements.

“Access Persons” are defined as:

   

Any officer or director of any of the Price Advisers and the Price Funds (except the Independent Directors of the Price Funds);

   

Any person associated with T. Rowe Price who, in connection with their regular functions or duties: (i) makes, participates in, obtains or has access to non-public information regarding the purchase or sale of securities by any Price Adviser client; (ii) has access to non-public information regarding the securities holdings of any Price Adviser client; or (iii) makes recommendations with respect to the purchases or sales of securities for a Price Adviser client; or

 

1 For the avoidance of doubt, this Policy does not apply to Oak Hill Advisors, L.P and its subsidiaries.

 

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Any other person classified as such by Code Compliance.

The Policy has been adopted by T. Rowe Price and its subsidiaries2, the Price Funds, T. Rowe Price UK Limited (TRP UK”), the SICAVs, and the Cayman Funds.

The independent directors of TRPG, TRP UK , T. Rowe Price Funds SICAV (“SICAVI”), T. Rowe Price Funds Series II SICAV (“SICAVII”), Select Investments Series III SICAV (“SICAVIII”),

T. Rowe Price Funds B SICAV (“SICAVB” and together with the SICAVI, SICAVII, SICAVIII and SICAVB, the “SICAVs”), T. Rowe Price Macro and Absolute Return Strategies Master Fund Ltd and T. Rowe Price Macro and Absolute Return Strategies Offshore Fund Ltd (together the “Cayman Funds”) and Price Funds are not subject to all the requirements of the Policy. The requirements of the Policy applicable to independent directors are set forth in Exhibit A.

This Policy and each Associate’s adherence to it is meant to satisfy T. Rowe Price’s requirements under Rule 204A-1 and Rule 17j-1.

Certain defined terms used in the Policy are set forth in “Defined Terms.”

 

II.

STANDARDS OF BUSINESS CONDUCT

T. Rowe Price has established a Code of Conduct that sets standards expected of all Associates and provides the framework for conducting business in a fair and ethical manner. Consistent with the Code of Conduct, T. Rowe Price and each Associate have a fiduciary duty to put client interests first and to always act in the clients’ best interests. Associates must comply with applicable legal requirements, securities laws, the Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.

Conflicts of Interest

The Code of Conduct states that conflicts of interest may arise between clients, between clients and T. Rowe Price, between clients and Associates, and among T. Rowe Price’s own entities or business divisions. T. Rowe Price takes all reasonable steps to identify and manage conflicts. It is the responsibility of each Associate to disclose all material conflicts and to act in a manner consistent with this Policy. Conflicts or potential conflicts of interest involving an Associate’s behavior may arise through, among other activities, an Associate’s personal securities transactions, outside business activities, political contributions and activities and the exchange of gifts and business entertainment.

Personal securities transactions. An Associate’s personal securities transactions may present an actual, potential or apparent conflict or other risk that could harm T. Rowe Price, its shareholders or its clients. For T. Rowe Price to identify and manage these conflicts and risks, Associates must disclose their personal brokerage accounts and holdings, disclose and receive approval for any trading accounts subject to this Policy and conduct approved securities transactions in accordance with the requirements of this Policy.

 

2 For the avoidance of doubt, this Policy does not apply to Oak Hill Advisors, L.P and its subsidiaries.

 

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Associates must not:

   

Improperly benefit personally by causing a client to act, or fail to act, in making investment decisions.

   

Profit, or cause others to profit, based on their knowledge of completed or contemplated client transactions.

   

Transact on the basis on material, non-public (inside) information.

   

Engage in personal securities transactions that are in conflict with the interests of clients, the parameters set by the Policy, or the restrictions imposed by T. Rowe Price restricted lists.

T. Rowe Price maintains lists of issuers for which a Price Adviser or an Associate may be in possession of material, non-public information (the “Restricted Lists”). When an issuer is listed on a Restricted List, personal trading by Access Persons is prohibited.

Outside business activities. Associates are expected to put their responsibilities at T. Rowe Price ahead of any other personal business opportunities or second jobs and must avoid any activities, relationships or situations that might conflict with, or appear to conflict with, their duties on behalf of T. Rowe Price. When an Associate is engaged in an approved outside business activity, they must be vigilant about any changes in the arrangement that may present a real or perceived conflict of interest with T. Rowe Price. Refer to the Global Outside Business Activities Policy for more information.

Political contributions and activities. Associates must obtain prior clearance for their political contributions and activities in support of candidates for political office in the U.S. Political contributions and activities undertaken by Associates must always be lawful and consistent with T. Rowe Price and business unit policies. Associates may not coordinate or solicit third parties to make a contribution or payment to any candidate, officeholder, political party, political action committee, political organization or bond ballot campaign in the U.S. Furthermore, Associates may not do anything indirectly that, if done directly, would violate T. Rowe Price policies or applicable regulation. Refer to the Global Political Contributions and Activities Policy for more information.

Gifts and business entertainment. Associates may not offer, give, provide, or accept any gift or business entertainment unless such gift or entertainment:

   

Is reasonable and customary under the circumstances;

   

Is not lavish in value, unique in nature, or excessive in frequency;

   

Cannot be construed as a bribe, payoff, or kickback to obtain or retain business;

   

Is an appropriate reimbursable business expense; and

   

Does not violate any applicable law or regulation.

Refer to the Global Gifts and Business Entertainment Policy for more information.

Associates must contact Code Compliance for guidance if they believe that a perceived or actual conflict arises under any of the activities described above or otherwise.

 

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III.

REPORTING REQUIREMENTS

Securities accounts are generally defined as accounts that satisfy one of the following conditions:

   

The Associate is a direct or Beneficial Owner of the account; OR

   

The Associate Controls or directs securities trading for another person or entity, even if they are not the Beneficial Owner of the account;

AND invest in, or have the ability to invest in, any of the following securities:

   

Individual equity securities, including ETFs, and derivatives of these securities;

   

Fixed income securities and derivatives of these securities; and

   

Reportable Funds.

  A.   Initial Disclosure of Existing Accounts

All Associates must disclose their securities accounts and the securities accounts of their Family Members (including Fully Discretionary Accounts and any securities accounts holding TRPG securities) maintained with any broker, dealer, investment adviser, bank or other financial institution via myTRPcompliance. Such disclosure must take place within ten calendar days of becoming subject to the Policy, opening or discovering a reportable account.

  B.   New Accounts

All Associates must obtain prior approval via myTRPcompliance for all new non-T. Rowe Price securities accounts opened while they are associated with the firm. Associates in the U.S. and the U.K. may only open new securities accounts with financial institutions that agree to provide Code Compliance with an automated data feed of the transactions effected in the account (the Approved Broker List). All Associates opening a new securities account with a broker-dealer must inform such firm of their association with a T. Rowe Price-affiliated broker-dealer.

Securities held in securities accounts are generally subject to reporting and may require pre-clearance. Refer to “Reporting Requirements” and “Pre-clearance and Holding Period Requirements” for details. Code Compliance may, in certain circumstances, grant an exception to the requirements described above. Refer to “Exceptions and Interpretations” for more information.

  C.   Transaction Reporting

All Associates must request broker-dealers, investment advisers, banks, or other financial institutions executing transactions in securities in the Associate’s securities accounts to provide:

(i) a duplicate trade confirmation with respect to each transaction in a security; and (ii) a copy of all periodic account statements.

If the executing firm provides a trade confirmation directly to Code Compliance via an established automated data feed, no further reporting is needed.

 

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If the broker is unable to satisfy transaction reporting through an automated data feed or by delivery of a paper copy of trade confirmations and statements, Associates are required to enter transaction details in myTRPcompliance (as prescribed in Rule 17j-1(d)(1)(ii)) within 10 calendar days after the transaction occurred.

A transaction in a Reportable Fund, a spousal payroll deduction plan or a stock split or similar acquisition or disposition must be reported within 30 calendar days after the end of the calendar quarter in which the transaction occurred

  D.   Exceptions to the Reporting Requirements

Robo Adviser Accounts. Accounts held through a robo-adviser platform that invest solely in third party collective investment vehicles that are not advised by T. Rowe Price (such as non-Price ETFs) do not require approval or reporting to Code Compliance. Transactions effected in such accounts do not need to be reported. Questions on whether an account is classified as a robo-adviser should be directed to Code Compliance

Fully Discretionary Accounts. A Fully Discretionary Account is a securities account for which an Associate has completely relinquished decision-making authority to a professional money manager (who is not a Family Member or not otherwise subject to this Policy) and over which the Associate has no direct or indirect influence or Control. When disclosing Fully Discretionary Accounts, Associates must provide Code Compliance with a copy of the investment management agreement (or equivalent).

 

IV.

PRE-CLEARANCE AND HOLDING PERIOD REQUIREMENTS

All Associates must obtain pre-clearance via myTRPcompliance when transacting in TRPG securities. Associates who have been designated as Access Persons must also obtain pre-clearance for other securities transactions, as described in further detail below.

Associates will receive a response via myTRPcompliance indicating whether the request was approved or denied and must refrain from executing the transaction until such response is obtained.

Pre-clearance approval is valid for three business days from and including the date the clearance is granted (measured from the first business day in the requesting Associate’s time zone). Pre-clearance approval for Private Placements is valid for 90 calendar days.

  A.   Pre-clearance Requirements for all Associates

   

All Associates must request pre-clearance via myTRPcompliance before executing a transaction to sell or transfer TRPG securities (TRPG stock ticker: TROW) from their ESPP.

   

All Associates must request pre-clearance via myTRPcompliance before executing a transaction to purchase, sell, or gift TRPG securities outside of the ESPP.

 

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  B.   Pre-clearance Requirements for Access Persons

Access Persons must request pre-clearance via myTRPcompliance before executing a transaction in any individual stocks, bonds, Private Placements and derivatives of these securities, and Price ETFs for which the Access Person is a Beneficial Owner. Refer to Exhibit B for additional pre-clearance requirements.

Pre-clearance for Private Placements: Access Persons must obtain pre-clearance when investing in a Private Placement, including the purchase of limited partnership interests. Along with the Private Placement offering document, the Access Person must provide:

   

The name, location and a brief description of the private issuer/company;

   

The amount of investment;

   

The desired date of investment;

   

If applicable, the percentage of the Access Person’s ownership in the private issuer/company after investment; and

   

The source (name and relationship to Access Person) that introduced the investment opportunity to the Access Person.

An Access Person who has invested in a Private Placement and who later anticipates participating in a Price Adviser’s investment decision regarding the purchase or sale of securities of the issuer of that Private Placement on behalf of any Price Adviser client, must immediately disclose their investment to the Chairperson of the Ethics Committee, or their designee and to the Chairperson of the appropriate Investments steering committee.

  C.   Holding Period Requirements

A 60-day holding period applies to securities and transactions requiring pre-clearance. Access Persons are not permitted to: (i) sell shares of an issuer if they have purchased shares of the same issuer for a lesser price during the previous 60 calendar days; or (ii) buy shares to cover a short position when the short position was entered in the previous 60 calendar days, if covering the position for a lesser price. Access Persons must check their compliance with the holding period requirement before entering into a transaction.

Holding Period for Associates in Japan. Securities acquired by employees of T. Rowe Price Japan, Inc. are subject to a holding period of six months. Refer to TRP Japan Compliance Manual for more information.

Holding Period for the Price Funds. Associates must comply with the provisions of the holding restrictions set forth in the prospectus for the applicable Price Fund.

  D.   Exceptions to the Pre-Clearance Requirement

Fully Discretionary Accounts. Transactions in securities held in Fully Discretionary Accounts are not subject to the pre- clearance requirement, except transactions involving TRPG securities, short sales and Private Placements.

 

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Refer to Exhibit B for other exceptions to the pre-clearance requirement.

 

V.

OTHER PROVISIONS RELATING TO PERSONAL TRANSACTIONS

  A.   Limit Orders

While limit orders are permitted, Access Persons must be careful using “good until cancelled” orders, keeping in mind that pre-clearance is valid for three business days. Use of “day” limit orders are encouraged.

  B.   Transacting in TRPG Securities

The following chart is a summary of requirements applicable when Associates transact in TRPG securities:

 

Description of Activity

  

Requirement Under the Policy

Executing a transaction to sell or transfer TRPG securities from an Associate’s ESPP

  

•  Pre-clearance via myTRPcompliance

•  Reporting

Executing a transaction to purchase, sell, or gift TRPG securities outside of an Associate’s ESPP*

  

•  Pre-clearance via myTRPcompliance

•  Reporting

Giving TRPG securities as a gift (including a gift to a donor advised fund) after holding the stock for at least 60 days

  

•  Pre-clearance via myTRPcompliance

•  Reporting

Applicability of a holding period [not applicable to options or vested shares]

  

Yes, 60 calendar days

Transacting in TRPG during a Blackout Period

   Prohibited

Transacting in options related to TRPG securities (other than stock options granted to Associates)

   Prohibited

Selling TRPG securities short

   Prohibited

Entering into any contract or purchasing any instrument designed to hedge or offset any decrease in the market value of TRPG securities

   Prohibited

Reporting of transactions in TRPG securities to the SEC (applies to Associates subject to Section 16 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended)

   Transactions must be reported immediately
*Associates should contact Payroll & Stock Transactions in the event of uncertainty regarding applicability of the pre-clearance requirement.

  C.   Transacting in ETFs

Following is a summary of requirements applicable when Associates transact in ETFs:

 

    

  Access Persons  

  

  All Other Associates  

Pre-clearance (Price ETFs)

  

Yes

  

No

Pre-clearance (Third-party ETFs)

  

No

  

No

Post-trade reporting (Price ETFs)

  

Yes

  

Yes

Post-trade reporting (Third-party ETFs)

  

Yes

  

Yes

Subject to the 60-Day Rule (Price ETFs)

  

Yes

  

No

Subject to the 60-Day Rule (Third-party ETFs)

  

No

  

No

Able to buy/sell in the primary market (Price ETFs)

  

No

  

No

 

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Able to buy/sell in the primary market (Third-party ETFs)

 

Yes

 

Yes

Able to sell short (Price ETFs)

 

No

 

No

Able to sell short (Third-party ETFs)

 

Yes

 

Yes

Able to transact in options (Price ETFs)

 

No

 

No

Able to transact in options (Third-party ETFs)

 

Yes

 

Yes

Able to transact in inverse/short and narrow Price ETFs*

 

No

 

Yes

Able to transact in inverse/short and narrow (Third-party ETFs*)

 

No

 

Yes

Able to transact in single-stock ETFs

 

No

 

No

* Narrow ETFs include, but are not limited to, those focused on specific industries (e.g., energy, healthcare, financial services, etc.), commodities, currencies, and specific geographical markets (e.g., countries or regions).

  D. Initial Public Offerings (“IPOs”)

   

Investment Personnel and FINRA-registered representatives are prohibited from purchasing securities in an IPO.

   

Access Persons other than Investment Personnel and FINRA-registered representatives may purchase securities in an IPO only after receiving pre-clearance via Code Compliance or myTRPcompliance. The 60-day holding period requirement applies to transactions in securities purchased in an IPO.

  E.  Options and Futures

The purchase, sale and exercise of options are generally subject to the same restrictions as applicable to securities (i.e., an option should be treated as if it were the common stock). If a transaction in the underlying instrument does not require pre-clearance (e.g., ETFs, national government obligations, unit investment trusts), then an options or futures transaction on the underlying instrument does not require pre-clearance.

Closing (selling to close or buying to close) or exercising an option (for which the underlying instrument is subject to pre-clearance, e.g., stock options) requires pre-clearance. Pre-clearance is not required when an Access Person writes (sells) an option and the option is exercised against such Access Person, without any action on their part. Access Persons should be cautious when transacting in options since a client transaction in the underlying security or a restriction associated with the underlying security may prevent an option transaction from being closed or exercised.

  F.  Participation in Investment Clubs

Associates may form or participate in an investment club. Investment club transactions in TRPG securities are subject to pre-clearance and must be reported along with the Associate’s personal transactions activity.

Access Persons or their Family Members must not form or participate in an investment club without prior written approval from the Chairperson of the Ethics Committee, or their designee. Transactions effected by an investment club in which an Access Person is a member, Beneficial Owner or Controller are subject to the same pre-clearance and reporting requirements as apply to the Access Person’s personal trades.

 

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  VI.

PERSONAL TRANSACTIONS RESTRICTIONS

Associates must not:

   

Engage in personal transactions that are excessive or that compromise the firm’s fiduciary duty to clients. At the discretion of the Chairperson of the Ethics Committee, or their designee, Code Compliance will send a written notification of excessive personal securities transactions to an Associate and/or their supervisor and will report such activity to the Chairperson of the Ethics Committee and the Ethics Committee.

   

Wager, bet or gamble in connection with individual securities, securities indices, currency spreads, or other similar financial indices or instruments including contracts for difference.

   

Participate in initial coin offerings.

Access Persons must not:

   

Transact in securities for which orders have been placed by any Price Adviser to purchase or sell the security, unless certain size or volume parameters3 as set forth by the Ethics Committee are met.

   

Transact in any security that has been purchased or sold by any Price Adviser client seven calendar days immediately prior to the date of the Access Person’s proposed transaction, unless certain size or volume parameters3 as established by the Ethics Committee are met.

   

Transact in securities issued by broker-dealers, underwriters or SEC-registered investment advisers, unless the entity is traded on an exchange.

   

Transact in securities of issuers on any of the firm’s Restricted Lists.

   

Transact in securities for which a change in the rating of an issuer has occurred within seven calendar days immediately prior to the date of the proposed transaction.

 

  VII.

CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

In addition to disclosure of their securities accounts (as described in “Types of Accounts/Account Opening Requirements”), Associates are required to, among other things, disclose the holdings in such accounts upon becoming subject to the Policy and periodically thereafter.

 A.  Initial Holdings

All Associates must disclose and certify, via myTRPcompliance, any shares of TRPG securities that they Beneficially Own no later than ten calendar days after they become subject to this Policy.

Access Persons must disclose and certify, via myTRPcompliance, all holdings in the following securities in which they have a Beneficial Interest or Control (the “Initial Holdings Report”) no later than ten calendar days after the become subject to the Policy as an Access Person:

 

3 Transactions involving no more than US $50,000 or the nearest round lot (even if the amount of the transaction marginally exceeds US $50,000) per security per seven calendar day period in securities of (i) issuers with market capitalizations of US $7.5 billion or more, or (ii) U.S. issuers with an average daily trading volume in excess of 750,000 shares over the preceding 90 trading days in the U.S., unless the rating on the security has been changed within the seven calendar days immediately prior to the date of the proposed transaction.

 

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Individual equity securities, including any derivatives (e.g., options, futures, etc.) of these securities;

 

   

Bonds, including any derivatives of these securities;

 

   

ETFs, including any derivatives of these securities;

 

   

Unit investment trusts and listed closed end funds;

 

   

Private Placements;

 

   

Products (AUTs, ITMs, ETFs, mutual funds, OEICs, 529 portfolios, SICAVs, trusts) advised by a Price Adviser; and

 

   

Products sub-advised by a Price Adviser.

The Initial Holdings Report must be current as of a date no more than 45 days prior to the date the individual becomes an Access Person, and include, among other things:

   

The title, number of shares and principal amount of each security;

 

   

The name of the broker, dealer or bank with whom the Access Person maintains a securities account in which any securities are for the Access Person’s direct or indirect benefit; and

 

   

The date the Access Person submits the Initial Holdings Report.

Securities that are not subject to reporting include, but are not limited to:

   

Bankers’ acceptances, bank certificates of deposit and commercial paper;

 

   

Currency;

 

   

Cryptocurrency;

 

   

Direct obligations of the U.S. Government;

 

   

Investment grade, short-term debt instruments, including repurchase agreements (which for these purposes are repurchase agreements and any instrument that has a maturity at issuance of fewer than 366 days that is rated in one of the two highest categories by a nationally recognized statistical rating organization);

 

   

Open end mutual funds, including money market funds, advised by a third party;

 

   

UCITS advised by a third-party; and

 

   

Variable insurance products that invest in third-party funds.

Refer to Exhibit B for applicable exemptions from the reporting requirement.

  B. Annual Compliance Certification

All Associates must certify annually via myTRPcompliance to, among other things, their securities accounts and transactions and compliance with various firm policies (including the Policy).

Access Persons must certify annually via myTRPcompliance to, among other things, their personal securities holdings, their securities accounts and transactions and compliance with various firm policies (including the Policy).

 

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  C. Reporting of One – Half of One Percent Ownership

An Associate owning more than one half of one percent of the total outstanding shares of a public or private company must immediately disclose such information in writing to Code Compliance via Code_of_Ethics@troweprice.com, providing the name of the company and the total number of such company’s shares they Beneficially Own.

Refer to Exhibit B for applicable exceptions from the reporting requirement.

 

  VIII.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

All Associates must attest to receipt and understanding of the Policy: (i) upon becoming subject to it; (ii) on an annual basis; and (iii) whenever material amendments to the Policy are made. In attesting to the Policy, Associates agree to their understanding of the Policy and agree to comply with the requirements of the Policy. See “Annual Compliance Certification.”

Associates should contact LegalCompliance_EmployeeTrading@TRowePrice.com regarding the applicability, meaning or administration of the Policy, including requests for an exception, in advance of any contemplated transaction.

Code Compliance:

   

Administers and monitors adherence to the Policy, including reviewing disclosures, providing training and identifying violations; and

   

Maintains and oversees the maintenance of certain records in accordance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements.

The Payroll & Stock Transaction Group provides guidance to Associates when they are transacting in TRPG securities.

The Ethics Committee provides oversight of the Policy, including reviewing exceptions and violations. The Ethics Committee also provides a point of escalation for Code Compliance and the Payroll & Stock Transactions Group.

Material changes to the Policy shall be approved by the Board of TRPG, the board of directors of TRP UK and by the board of directors of each Price Fund, including a majority of the Independent Directors of the Price Funds. Approval of any material change to the Policy by the board of directors of the Price Funds shall be obtained within six months after the change is implemented.

 

  IX.

VIOLATIONS AND SANCTIONS

Violations and potential violations of the Policy are typically investigated by Code Compliance or, if necessary, the Ethics Committee. Violations are taken seriously and may result in sanctions or other consequences, including one or more of the following:

 

   

A letter of censure or suspension;

 

   

Disgorgement of profit;

 

   

A fine;

 

   

A suspension of trading privileges;

 

   

Termination of employment; or

 

   

Any other sanction as may be determined by the Ethics Committee.

 

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When tracking violations, Code Compliance generally utilizes a rolling two-year look-back period in the administration of the sanctions guidelines set forth below. All violations of the Policy shall be reported to the Board of Directors of TRPG, the Board of Directors of any Price Fund and any other applicable board. As noted above, however, these sanctions are not the exclusive remedy for violations of this Policy.

First Violation

 

   

Associate and manager notification; and

 

   

Associate required to complete online remedial training course.

Second Violation

 

   

Associate and escalated manager notifications, up to and including, applicable Management Committee member;

 

   

Associate required to complete online remedial training course;

 

   

Associate required to meet with applicable Chief Compliance Officer and Senior Compliance Manager; and

 

   

Associate fined according to officer or role guidelines.

 

      Associate               VP, TRPG           Investment        
Personnel        
  

Portfolio Manager, Management Committee

Member, Direct Report of Management

Committee Member

US $250   US $750   US $750    US $1500

Three or More Violations

   

Associate and escalated manager notifications, up to and including applicable Management Committee member;

 

   

Chief Executive Officer notification;

 

   

Associate required to complete online remedial training course;

 

   

Associate subject to a personal trading prohibition of at least three months; and

 

   

Associate fined according to officer or role guidelines.

 

      Associate               VP, TRPG           Investment        
Personnel        
  

Portfolio Manager, Management Committee

Member, Direct Report of Management

Committee Member

At least US $500     At least US $2000     At least US $2000      At least US $5000

 

  X.

EXCEPTIONS AND INTERPRETATIONS

Code Compliance, in conjunction with the Ethics Committee, may grant an exception from any provision of the Policy, including pre-clearance, other trading restrictions, and certain reporting requirements. Exceptions will be considered on a case-by-case basis if it is determined that the proposed conduct involves no opportunity for abuse and does not conflict with client interests. Exceptions are expected to be rare.

From time to time, situations may arise with respect to certain provisions of this Policy that require interpretation. Associates may submit a written request for clarification or interpretation to Code Compliance (Code_of_Ethics@TRowePrice.com). Any such request for clarification or

 

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interpretation should name the account, the Associate’s interest in the account, the persons or firms responsible for its management, and the specific facts of the situation. Associates may not assume that the Policy (or a specific provision of the Policy) is not applicable to their situation. Code Compliance will provide a response to each properly submitted request for clarification or interpretation. When in doubt, Associates must not proceed with a transaction or course of action until they receive a response from Code Compliance.

 

  XI.

DEFINED TERMS

AUT means Australian unit trusts.

Beneficial Owner means an individual with the opportunity, directly or indirectly, through any contract, arrangement, understanding, relationship or otherwise, to share at any time in any economic interest or profit derived from ownership of or a transaction in a security. An Associate may be deemed to be the Beneficial Owner of securities belonging to others and not registered in their name.

The SEC will presume that a person Beneficially Owns securities held by a Family Member who shares their household or securities held by a trust of which the individual is a beneficiary or a trustee with investment Control.

An individual is not considered to be the Beneficial Owner of a 401(k) account, individual retirement account or a transfer upon death account for which they are solely a named beneficiary, assuming the individual does not reside with the Family Member and does not have the ability to Control and/or direct transactions in such account.

Blackout Period means the period from the second trading day after quarter end (or such other date as management shall determine) through the end of the first trading day following when TRPG’s earnings release is filed with the SEC. Quarterly notifications with respect to the Blackout Period are published on the firm’s intranet site.

Control means the power to exercise a controlling influence over the management or policies of a company unless such power is solely the result of an official position with such company. Ownership of more than 25% of a company’s outstanding voting securities is presumed to give the holder thereof Control over the company.

ESPP means the T. Rowe Price Group, Inc. Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

ETF means exchange traded fund.

Exchange traded fund or ETF means an investment fund that is traded on a stock exchange.

Family Member means the Associate’s spouse, domestic partner, parent, stepparent, child, stepchild, sibling, grandparent, or in-law (including mother, father, sister, brother, daughter or son) sharing the same household as the Associate.

 

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Independent Director of TRPG, TRP UK, the SICAVs, or the Cayman Funds means those directors who are neither officers nor employees of TRPG or any of its subsidiaries.

Investment Personnel means an Access Person who, in connection with their regular functions or duties, makes or participates in making, or is closely associated with personnel who make recommendations regarding the purchase or sale of securities by a Price Adviser client.

The term “Investment Personnel” includes, but is not limited to:

 

   

Individuals who are authorized to make investment decisions or to recommend securities transactions on behalf of the firm’s clients (investment counselors and members of the mutual fund advisory committees);

 

   

Research and credit analysts;

 

   

Traders who assist in the investment process; and

 

   

Support staff who assist in the investment process.

Investment Advisers Act means the U.S. Investment Advisers Act of 1940, as amended.

Investment Company Act means the U.S. Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended.

ITM means an investment trust management company.

OEIC means open-ended investment company.

Price Adviser means a subsidiary of T. Rowe Price Group, Inc. that is an investment adviser entity registered with the SEC. For the avoidance of doubt, “Price Adviser” does not include Oak Hill Advisors, L.P. and its subsidiaries.

Price ETFs means the T. Rowe Price Exchange-Traded Funds, the family of ETFs advised by a Price Adviser.

Price Funds means any T. Rowe Price-sponsored fund registered under the Investment Company Act, including but not limited to, the T. Rowe Price Mutual Funds and the Price ETFs, and advised by a Price Adviser.

Price Funds’ Independent Directors means those directors of the Price Funds who are not deemed to be “interested persons” (as defined in Section 2(a)(19) of the Investment Company Act) of T. Rowe Price Group, Inc. or the Price Funds.

Private Placement means an offering that is exempt from registration by a regulatory authority and sold through a private offering. For purposes of the Policy, investments made: (i) in a small business sourced through family, friends or any other referral source; and (ii) through a crowdfunding site that matches entrepreneurs with investors, through which investors receive an equity stake in the business, are considered Private Placements (e.g., Seedrs, OurCrowd, Crowdcube).

 

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Reportable Fund means any open-end investment company for which any of the Price Advisers serves as an investment adviser. The term Reportable Fund includes:

 

   

Price Funds, including money market funds and the Price ETFs;

 

   

UCITs advised by a Price Adviser;

 

   

SICAVs advised by a Price Adviser;

 

   

OEICs advised by a Price Adviser;

 

   

ITMs advised by a Price Adviser;

 

   

AUTs advised by a Price Adviser;

 

   

Any fund managed by a Price Adviser through a sub-advised relationship, including an ETF;

 

   

Any fund offered through retirement plans (e.g., 401(k) plans) other than the T. Rowe Price U.S. Retirement Plan; and

 

   

Any fund managed by a Price Adviser that is an investment option offered as part of a variable annuity.

Code Compliance maintains a list of sub-advised Reportable Funds on the firm’s intranet site.

SEC means the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

SICAV means société d’investissement à capital variable.

T. Rowe Price means T. Rowe Price Group, Inc. and its subsidiaries, except Oak Hill Advisors,

L.P. and its subsidiaries.

TRPG Independent Director means those directors of TRPG who are neither officers nor employees of TRPG or any of its subsidiaries.

TRPG means T. Rowe Price Group, Inc.

TRPG securities means any security issued by T. Rowe Price Group, Inc.

UCITs means Undertakings for Collective Investments in Transferrable Securities.

 

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EXHIBIT A

CODE OF ETHICS AND PERSONAL TRANSACTION POLICY

Provisions Applicable to Independent Directors

 

I.

INTRODUCTION

This Exhibit A sets forth the responsibilities of the Independent Directors of TRPG, TRP UK, SICAVs, Cayman Funds and Price Funds under this Code of Ethics and Personal Transactions Policy. Defined terms used herein are the same as those used in the Policy.

The Independent Directors are subject to the requirements set forth below.

 

II.

REQUIREMENTS FOR THE INDEPENDENT DIRECTORS OF TRPG OR ITS SUBSIDIARIES, OTHER THAN TRP UK

Pre-clearance. The personal securities trades of TRPG Independent Directors are not subject to pre-clearance requirements, except for transactions in TRPG securities for which they are the Beneficial Owner. Pre-clearance is also required when:

 

   

Transferring TRPG securities to another person, entity, or trust account; and

   

Giving or receiving TRPG securities, including donation transactions into donor-advised funds such as T. Rowe Price Charitable Foundation.

Pre-clearance is not required when moving shares of TRPG securities between securities firms or to/from individual or joint brokerage accounts.

Requests for pre-clearance must be submitted to the Payroll & Stock Transactions Group. Pre-clearance is effective for three business days from and including the date the approval is granted (taking into consideration the time zone), unless the Independent Director: (i) is advised to the contrary by the Payroll & Stock Transaction Group prior to the proposed transaction; or (ii) comes into possession of material, non-public information concerning T. Rowe Price. Any trades not executed within the prescribed timeframe must be re-submitted.

TRPG Independent Directors may not initiate transactions in TRPG securities during the Blackout Period.

Reporting. TRPG Independent Directors are not required to report their personal securities transactions (other than transactions in TRPG securities). If, however, the Independent Director has obtained information about a Price Adviser’s investment research, recommendations, or transactions, they must not transact in the securities of the issuers about which they have information.

Independent Directors are reminded that changes to information reported in the Annual Questionnaire for Independent Directors must be reported to Corporate Funds and Administration (e.g., changes in holdings of stock of financial institutions or financial institution holding companies).

 

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Reporting of Officership, Directorship, General Partnership or Other Managerial Positions Apart from TRPG. An Independent Director shall report to Code Compliance any officership, directorship, general partnership or other managerial position which they hold with any public, private, or governmental issuer other than TRPG or any of its subsidiaries.

Reporting of Significant Ownership.

 

   

Issuers (other than a non-public investment partnership, pool or fund). If a TRPG Independent Director owns more than 12 of 1% of the total outstanding shares of a public or private issuer, they must report such ownership in writing to Code Compliance, providing the name of the issuer and the total number of the issuer’s shares Beneficially Owned.

 

   

Non-public investment partnerships, pools or funds. If a TRPG Independent Director owns more than 12 of 1% of the total outstanding shares or units of a non-public investment partnership, pool or fund over which the Independent Director exercises Control or influence, they must report such ownership in writing to Code Compliance. For non-public investment partnerships, pools or funds where the Independent Director does not exercise Control or influence, they need not report such ownership to Code Compliance unless and until such ownership exceeds 4% of the total outstanding shares or units of the entity.

 

III.

REQUIREMENTS FOR THE INDEPENDENT DIRECTORS OF TRP UK, THE SICAVS AND THE CAYMAN FUNDS

TRPG securities. The Independent Directors of TRP UK, the SICAVs, or the Cayman Funds may not own TRPG securities in any account of which they are the Beneficial Owner.

Pre-clearance. The personal securities trades of the Independent Directors of TRP UK, the SICAVs, or the Cayman Funds are not subject to pre-clearance requirements, as long as the Independent Director had no knowledge of trading involving the Price Funds or the funds overseen by TRP UK, SICAVs, or the Cayman Funds.

Reporting of Officership, Directorship, General Partnership or Other Managerial Positions Apart from TRPG. An Independent Director of TRP UK, the SICAVs, or the Cayman Funds shall report to Corporate and Funds Administration any officership, directorship, general partnership or other managerial position which they hold with any public, private, or governmental issuer.

Reporting of Significant Ownership.

   

Issuers (other than a non-public investment partnership, pool or fund). If an Independent Director of TRP UK, the SICAVs, or the Cayman Funds owns more than 12 of 1% of the total outstanding shares of a public or private issuer, they must report such ownership in writing to Corporate and Funds Administration, providing the name of the issuer and the total number of the issuer’s shares Beneficially Owned.

 

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Non-public investment partnerships, pools or funds. If an Independent Director of TRP UK, the SICAVs, or the Cayman Funds owns more than 12 of 1% of the total outstanding shares or units of a non-public investment partnership, pool or fund over which the Independent Director exercises Control or influence, they must report such ownership in writing to Corporate and Funds Administration. For non-public investment partnerships, pools or funds where the Independent Director does not exercise Control or influence, they need not report such ownership to Corporate and Funds Administration unless and until such ownership exceeds 4% of the total outstanding shares or units of the entity.

 

IV.

REQUIREMENTS FOR THE INDEPENDENT DIRECTORS OF PRICE FUNDS

TRPG securities. The Independent Directors of the Price Funds may not own TRPG securities in any account of which they are the Beneficial Owner.

Pre-clearance. The personal securities trades of the Independent Directors of the Price Funds are not subject to pre-clearance requirements, as long as the Independent Director had no knowledge of trading involving the Price Funds.

Reporting.

   

Transactions in Publicly Traded Securities. A Price Funds’ Independent Director must report transactions in publicly-traded securities in which they have Beneficial Ownership.

An Independent Director is not required to report securities transactions in accounts over which they have no direct or indirect influence, such as an account over which they have granted full investment discretion to a financial adviser. The Independent Director should contact Code Compliance to request approval to exempt any such accounts from this reporting requirement.

 

   

Transactions in Non-Publicly-Traded Securities. A Price Funds’ Independent Director is not required to report transactions in securities which are not traded on an exchange, unless the Independent Director knew, or in the ordinary course of fulfilling their official duties as an Independent Director, should have known that during the 15-day period immediately before or after the Independent Director’s transaction in such non-publicly-traded security, a Price Adviser purchased, sold or considered purchasing or selling such security for a Price Fund or Price Adviser client.

 

   

Methods of Reporting.

Duplicate Trade Confirmations. A Price Funds’ Independent Director may satisfy their obligation to report transactions in securities by arranging for the executing brokers to provide duplicate trade confirmations directly to Code Compliance.

Quarterly Report Requirements. If a Price Funds’ Independent Director elects to report their transactions by submitting a quarterly report: (i) the report must be filed with Code Compliance no later than 30 days after the end of the calendar quarter in which the transaction was effected; and (ii) the report must be filed for each quarter, regardless of whether there were any reportable transactions.

 

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Among the types of transactions that are commonly not reported through a broker confirmation and may therefore have to be reported directly to T. Rowe Price on a quarterly basis are:

  o

Retirement plan account activity that occurs in a Reportable Fund;

  o

T. Rowe Price-advised products;

  o

Incentive plan account activity;

  o

Exercise of stock options of a corporate employer;

  o

An inheritance of a security;

  o

A gift of a security; and

  o

Transactions in certain commodity futures contracts (e.g., financial indices).

A Price Funds’ Independent Director must include any transactions listed above, if applicable, in their quarterly reports if they are not included in a duplicate broker confirmation.

 

   

Reporting of Officership, Directorship, General Partnership or Other Managerial Positions Apart from the Price Funds. A Price Funds’ Independent Director must report to Corporate Funds and Administration any officership, directorship, general partnership or other managerial position which they hold with any public, private or governmental issuer other than the Price Funds.

Reporting of Significant Ownership.

 

   

Issuers (other than non-public investment partnerships, pools or funds). If a Price Funds’ Independent Director owns more than 12 of 1% of the total outstanding shares of a public or private issuer (other than a non-public investment partnership, pool or fund), they must report such ownership immediately in writing to Code Compliance, providing the name of the issuer and the total number of the issuer’s shares Beneficially Owned.

 

   

Non-Public Investment Partnerships, Pools or Funds. If a Price Funds’ Independent Director owns more than 12 of 1% of the total outstanding shares or units of a non-public investment partnership, pool or fund over which they exercise Control or influence, the Independent Director must report such ownership in writing to Code Compliance. For non-public investment partnerships, pools or funds where the Independent Director does not exercise Control or influence, they need not report such ownership to Code Compliance unless and until such ownership exceeds 4% of the total outstanding shares or units of the entity.

Prohibitions. A Price Funds’ Independent Director may not:

   

Purchase or sell the shares of a broker-dealer, underwriter or SEC-registered investment adviser unless that entity is traded on an exchange, or the purchase or sale has otherwise been approved by the Price Funds’ board; and

 

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Knowingly transact with a Price Fund, other than in connection with market transactions effected through securities exchanges. This prohibition does not preclude the purchase or redemption of shares of any open-end mutual fund or purchase or sale of any shares of a Price ETF that is a client of any Price Adviser.

Transactions in Price ETFs. Following is a summary of requirements applicable when Price Funds’ Independent Directors transact in Price ETFs:

 

      Independent Directors of Price Funds

Obtain pre-clearance for trades in Price ETFs

   No

Post-report trades in Price ETFs

   Yes

Subject to the holding period

   No

Subject to ad hoc trading restrictions

   Yes

Ability to buy/sell Price ETFs in the primary market

   No

Ability to sell short Price ETFs

   No

Ability to transact in options of the Price ETFs

   No

 

  V.

VIOLATIONS

Violations by Independent Directors of TRPG, the Price Funds, TRP UK, the SICAVs, or the Cayman Funds. Upon discovering a material violation of the Policy by an Independent Director of TRPG, the Price Funds, TRP UK, the SICAVs, or the Cayman Funds, the applicable board of directors will impose such sanctions as it deems appropriate.

 

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EXHIBIT B

CODE OF ETHICS AND PERSONAL TRANSACTIONS POLICY

Pre-clearance and Reporting Matrix

 

      Access Person
Pre-clearance
   Access Person
Reporting
  

Associate Pre-        

clearance        

   Associate
Reporting

Stocks/Bonds/Derivatives

(Refer to “Transacting in TRPG Securities” for specific information relating to trading in TRPG securities)

Equity securities   

Yes

   Yes    No   

Yes

Fixed income securities   

Yes

   Yes    No   

Yes

Corporate and Municipal Bonds   

Yes

   Yes    No   

Yes

Derivative instruments   

Yes

   Yes    No   

Yes

Writing an option to purchase or sell a security   

Yes

   Yes    No   

Yes

Subsequent sale of stock obtained by means of the exercise of stock options   

Yes

   Yes    No   

Yes

Exercise of stock option of corporate employer by Access Person’s spouse.   

No

   Yes    No   

Yes

Restricted stock plan automatic sales for tax purposes by Access Person’s spouse   

No

   Yes    No   

Yes

Collective Investment Products

(Refer to “Transacting in ETFs” for specific information relating to trading in ETFs)

T. Rowe Price products (including the AUTs,

ITMs, mutual funds, OEICs, 529 portfolios, SICAVs, and trusts

  

No

   Yes    No   

Yes

Exchange listed collective investment vehicles (including closed-end funds)   

No

   No    No   

No

Third-party mutual funds, 529 portfolios, OEICs, SICAVs and variable insurance products   

No

   No    No   

No

Unit investment trusts   

No

   No    No   

No

Donor-advised funds   

No

   No    No   

No

Private Placements
Private Placements   

Yes

(see Section IV.B)

   Yes    No   

No

Capital calls for Private Placement investments   

No

   Yes    No   

No

Distributions received from a Private Placement investment   

N/A

   No    N/A   

No

Other Securities
Commercial paper and similar instruments (bankers acceptances, bank certificates of deposit, commercial paper and high quality, short-term debt instruments, including repurchase agreements)   

No

   No    No   

No

U.S. Government obligations   

No

   No    No   

No

National (other than U.S.) government obligations   

No

   Yes    No   

Yes

Currency   

No

   No    No   

No

Securitized or financial instruments used for currency exposure   

No

   Yes    No   

No

Cryptocurrency (e.g., Bitcoin, Ethereum)   

No

   No    No   

No

Publicly traded cryptocurrency tracker instruments (ETFs)   

No

   Yes    No   

Yes

Variable rate demand notes   

No

   Yes    No   

Yes

 

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      Access Person
Pre-clearance
   Access Person
Reporting
  

Associate Pre-        

clearance        

   Associate
Reporting
Transactions
Securities acquired through an Automatic Investment Plan4 (initial investment)   

Yes

   Yes    No   

Yes

Securities acquired through an Automatic Investment Plan (subsequent investments)   

No

   Yes    No   

Yes

Non-systemic investment5 through an Automatic Investment Plan   

Yes

   Yes    No   

Yes

Acquisition of securities through inheritance   

No

   Yes    No   

Yes

Giving stock (non-TRPG) as a gift   

No

   Yes    No   

Yes

Pro-rata distributions   

No

   Yes    No   

Yes

Tender offers   

No

   Yes    No   

Yes

Merger election (voluntary)   

Yes

   Yes    No   

Yes

Mandatory acquisition of additional shares or the disposition of existing corporate holdings through stock splits, reverse stock splits, stock dividends, exercise of rights, exchange or conversion   

No

  

Yes

(within 30 days of the end of the quarter in which the transaction occurred)

   No   

Yes (within 30 days of the end of the quarter in which the transaction occurred)

Purchases, but not sales, by an Access Person’s spouse pursuant to an employee-sponsored payroll deduction plan (as long as Code Compliance has been notified that the spouse will be participating in such plan)   

No

  

Yes

(within 30 days of the end of the quarter in which the transaction occurred)

   No   

Yes (within 30 days of the end of the quarter in which the transaction occurred)

Sale or exchange of stock held in an Access Person’s spouse’s payroll deduction plan   

Yes

   Yes    No   

Yes

Sale of partial shares held in an account when the account is transferred to another broker-dealer or to new owner or partial shares sold automatically by the broker-dealer.   

No

   Yes    No   

Yes

Transactions effected in a robo-adviser account (investing solely in third party collective investment vehicles)   

No

   No    No   

No

 

 

4 A program in which regular, periodic purchases (or withdrawals) are made automatically in (or from) investment accounts in accordance with a predetermined schedule and allocation. An Automatic Investment Plan includes a dividend reinvestment plan.

5 A transaction that overrides the preset schedule or allocations of an Automatic Investment Plan.

 

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