Initial Statement of Beneficial Ownership

Jessica Ponce de Leon Gaitan, Chief Sustainability Officer at Mexican Economic Development Inc. (FMX), has filed an initial statement of beneficial ownership (Form 3). The filing details her ownership of BD Units, which consist of Series B, Series D-B, and Series D-L Shares. As of March 17, 2026, she directly owns 85,629 BD Units and indirectly owns 68,643 BD Units through an Employee Trust controlled by Fomento Economico Mexicano, S.A.B. de C.V. The filing also includes a Power of Attorney document, appointing attorneys-in-fact to execute and submit SEC filings, including Forms 3, 4, and 5, on her behalf. This power of attorney remains in effect until she resigns, is removed from her position, or is no longer required to file such reports.