ASHTEAD GROUP PLC has announced the purchase of 4,000 of its ordinary shares of 10 pence each on 17th April 2024 as part of its up to $500m share repurchase program. The average price paid per share was 5,656 pence, with the lowest price at 5,606 pence and the highest at 5,708 pence. Barclays Capital Securities Limited acted as the broker for the transaction. Following this purchase, the company will hold 14,036,089 ordinary shares in Treasury, with the remaining number of ordinary shares in issue being 437,318,744 (excluding Treasury shares).

The figure of 437,318,744 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 contact Ashtead Group plc.

This announcement provides insight into ASHTEAD GROUP PLC's recent transaction in its own shares, offering transparency to shareholders and the public.