British American Tobacco plc has announced that several of its executives, including Chief Executive Tadeu Marroco, Chief Operating Officer Johan Vandermeulen, Director of Research and Science James Murphy, Marketing Director Luciano Comin, and Chief Marketing Officer Kingsley Wheaton, 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 May 2, 2024, at the London Stock Exchange (XLON).

Tadeu Marroco, Chief Executive, acquired 48 shares at a price of 23.62894, totaling 1,134.19. Johan Vandermeulen, Chief Operating Officer, acquired 43 shares at a price of 23.62894, totaling 1,016.04. James Murphy, Director of Research and Science, acquired 23 shares at a price of 23.62894, totaling 543.47. Luciano Comin, Marketing Director, acquired 44 shares at a price of 23.62894, totaling 1,039.67. Kingsley Wheaton, Chief Marketing Officer, also participated in the acquisition of shares.

These transactions are part of the company's Employee Share Ownership Plan, demonstrating the executives' confidence in the company's performance and future prospects. This news provides insight into the company's internal investment activities and the commitment of its leadership to the long-term success of British American Tobacco plc.