NatWest Group plc has announced the purchase of a significant number of its own ordinary shares from UBS AG, London Branch. The company has provided detailed information on the transactions, including the date of purchase, number of shares bought, highest and lowest prices paid, and the volume-weighted average price per share. These purchases are part of the company's existing share buyback program and were carried out in accordance with instructions issued to UBS on February 16, 2024.

Following the settlement of these transactions, NatWest Group will hold 149,754,563 ordinary shares in treasury and have 8,733,315,010 ordinary shares in issue, excluding treasury shares. The company has also stated its intention to cancel the repurchased ordinary shares.

The detailed breakdown of individual trades made by UBS on behalf of NatWest Group as part of the buyback programs has been provided in compliance with the Market Abuse Regulation. The company has also shared contact information for investor relations and media relations, as well as its legal entity identifier.

This announcement provides transparency regarding NatWest Group's recent share transactions, demonstrating the company's commitment to keeping shareholders and the public informed about its financial activities.