Share price performance

AEGON's share price, like that of other international insurance groups, was adversely affected by the global financial crisis, particularly during the first quarter of 2009. An improvement in business and financial conditions, however, led to a strengthening in the share price after the first quarter. Overall, AEGON's shares on the Amsterdam Stock Exchange gained 0.3% in value during the year. AEGON shares on the New York Stock Exchange gained 6.0%.