British American Tobacco plc has disclosed that several of its executives, including the Chief Executive, Chief Operating Officer, Director of Research and Science, and Marketing Director, have acquired ordinary shares of 25p each in the company as a result of the reinvestment of dividend income by the Trustee of the British American Tobacco Employee Share Ownership Plan. The transactions took place on 1st February 2024 at the London Stock Exchange (XLON).

Tadeu Marroco, the Chief Executive, acquired 47 shares at a price of 23.40547, totaling 1,100.06. Johan Vandermeulen, the Chief Operating Officer, acquired 40 shares at a price of 23.40547, totaling 936.22. James Murphy, the Director of Research and Science, acquired 23 shares at a price of 23.40547, totaling 538.33. Luciano Comin, the Marketing Director, Combustibles & New Categories, acquired 43 shares at a price of 23.40547, totaling 1,006.44.

These acquisitions reflect the executives' confidence in the company's performance and future prospects, as well as their commitment to its long-term success.