British American Tobacco PLC has announced that several of its executives, including Chief Executive Tadeu Marroco, Marketing Director Luciano Comin, Director of Business Development James Barrett, Director of Legal and General Counsel Jerome Abelman, and Director of Corporate and Regulatory Affairs Paul McCrory, have purchased ordinary shares of 25p each in the company through the Partnership Share Scheme. The transactions were conducted on April 3, 2024, at a price of 24.01417 per share on the London Stock Exchange (XLON).

These purchases were made under the HMRC approved Share Incentive Plan, indicating the executives' confidence in the company's performance and future prospects. The notification provides transparency regarding the transactions by persons discharging managerial responsibilities and persons closely associated with them, in line with regulatory requirements.

The transactions demonstrate the executives' commitment to the company and their belief in its long-term success. This news may provide shareholders and the market with a positive signal about the company's outlook, as it shows that key figures within the organization are investing in its future.