Centrica PLC has announced the purchase of 1,910,000 of its ordinary shares at a price of 127.2704 pence per share. The shares will be held as treasury shares, in line with the company's 2023-2024 share repurchase program. This purchase, made through BNP Paribas Financial Markets S.N.C., brings the total number of ordinary shares held in treasury by Centrica to 580,100,193, with 5,327,745,945 ordinary shares in issue, excluding treasury shares.

Since October 10, 2023, Centrica has bought back 160,474,827 ordinary shares at a cost of £229,167,598.71. The company has been transparent about these transactions, in accordance with the Market Abuse Regulation, providing detailed information about the purchases made by BNP Paribas Financial Markets S.N.C. The company's commitment to transparency is evident in the detailed breakdown of the individual trades made as part of the buyback program, available in a PDF document on the London Stock Exchange website.

This move reflects Centrica's strategic approach to managing its capital structure and returning value to its shareholders. The company's decision to repurchase its own shares demonstrates confidence in its financial position and long-term growth prospects. For investors and analysts seeking further information, Centrica has provided contact details for inquiries. This transaction reaffirms Centrica's commitment to delivering value to its shareholders and maintaining transparency in its financial operations.