British American Tobacco plc has announced that Javed Iqbal, the Interim Finance Director and Director of Digital and Information, purchased ordinary shares of 25p each in the company through the Partnership Share Scheme. The transaction, which took place on 3 May 2023, was reported to the company on 12 January 2024 due to an administrative error. The purchase involved 5 shares at a price of 28.685, totaling 143.42. The transaction was conducted on the London Stock Exchange (XLON).

This notification provides transparency regarding the purchase of shares by a person discharging managerial responsibilities within the company. The details of the transaction, including the individual involved, the nature of the purchase, and the specifics of the shares acquired, have been disclosed in accordance with regulatory requirements.

The purchase of shares by a key figure within the company demonstrates confidence in British American Tobacco plc and its future prospects. This managerial transaction may be of interest to investors and stakeholders, as it reflects the individual's belief in the company's performance and potential growth.