Press Release

Press Release Stockholm, April 22, 2002 Investor firmly believes in Ericsson's long-term future potential and supports the rights issue proposed today. Investor intends to subscribe to its share of the rights issue. INVESTOR AB For further information: Nils Ingvar Lundin, Managing Director, Corporate Relations: +46 8 614 2049, +46 70 514 2049. Fredrik Lindgren, Vice President, Investor Relations: +46 8 614 2031, +46 70 624 2031. ------------------------------------------------------------ This information was brought to you by Waymaker http://www.waymaker.net The following files are available for download: http://www.waymaker.net/bitonline/2002/04/22/20020422BIT00060/wkr0001.doc http://www.waymaker.net/bitonline/2002/04/22/20020422BIT00060/wkr0002.pdf