Ashtead Group PLC has announced the purchase of 5000 of its ordinary shares of 10 pence each on 3rd January 2024 as part of its up to $500m share repurchase program. The average price paid per share was 5,270 pence, with the lowest price at 5,234 pence and the highest at 5,326 pence. Following this transaction, the company will hold 13,696,883 ordinary shares in Treasury, with the remaining number of ordinary shares in issue being 437,657,950 (excluding Treasury shares).

The figure of 437,657,950 may be used by shareholders to determine if they are required to notify their interest in the company under the Disclosure and Transparency Rules. Detailed information about the individual purchases is attached to the announcement. For further information, individuals can refer to the Ashtead Transaction Summary 3 January '24. Will Shaw, Director of Investor Relations at Ashtead Group plc, can also be contacted for additional details.

This announcement provides insight into Ashtead Group PLC's recent transaction in its own shares, offering transparency and clarity to shareholders and interested parties.