Global data center service provider CyrusOne Inc. (NASDAQ: CONE) today announced the tax allocations of 2015 distributions on shares of its common stock. The allocation of the 2015 distributions totaling $1.155 per common share for purposes of 2015 Form 1099-DIV reporting has been determined to be 100% ($1.155 per share) nondividend distributions (also known as return of capital). The table below contains the information regarding distributions on a quarterly basis.

CyrusOne Inc. Common Shares (NASDAQ: CONE)            
CUSIP: 23283R100                              
        2015 Taxable 2015 Capital 2015 Nondividend
Ordinary Dividends Gain Distribution Distributions
Record Payment Distribution Box 1a Box 2a Box 3
Date     Date     ($ per Share)     ($ per Share)     ($ per Share)     ($ per Share)
12/26/2014     1/9/2015     $0.2100000     $0.0000000     $0.0000000     $0.2100000
03/27/2015     04/15/2015     $0.3150000     $0.0000000     $0.0000000     $0.3150000
06/26/2015     07/15/2015     $0.3150000     $0.0000000     $0.0000000     $0.3150000
09/25/2015     10/15/2015     $0.3150000     $0.0000000     $0.0000000     $0.3150000

The distribution of $0.315 per common share paid on 1/8/16 to shareholders of record as of 12/24/15 will be allocated and reported in tax year 2016.

Please note that state and federal tax laws affect taxpayers differently, and the information in this release is not intended as advice to shareholders on how distributions should be reported on their tax returns. Shareholders are encouraged to consult with their tax advisors as to their specific tax treatment of CyrusOne’s distributions.

About CyrusOne

CyrusOne (NASDAQ: CONE) specializes in highly reliable enterprise-class, carrier-neutral data center properties. The company provides mission-critical data center facilities that protect and ensure the continued operation of IT infrastructure for more than 925 customers, including nine of the Fortune 20 and more than 165 of the Fortune 1000 or equivalent-sized companies.

CyrusOne’s data center offerings provide the flexibility, reliability, and security that enterprise customers require and are delivered through a tailored, customer service-focused platform designed to foster long-term relationships. CyrusOne’s National IX platform provides robust connectivity options to drive revenue, reduce expenses, and improve service quality for enterprises, content, and telecommunications companies. CyrusOne is committed to full transparency in communication, management, and service delivery throughout its more than 30 data centers worldwide.