NatWest Group plc has disclosed the purchase of a significant number of its own ordinary shares from UBS AG, London Branch. The company has bought 326,992 shares at a volume-weighted average price of 278.2834 GBp per share on the London Stock Exchange, 90,853 shares at 278.3896 GBp per share on CHIX, and 250,211 shares at 278.3072 GBp per share on BATE. These transactions are part of the company's existing share buyback program and were executed in line with the instructions issued to UBS on 16 February 2024.

Following the settlement of these transactions, NatWest Group plc will hold 149,954,213 ordinary shares in treasury and have 8,737,213,126 ordinary shares in issue, excluding treasury shares. The company has also stated its intention to cancel the repurchased ordinary shares.

The detailed breakdown of the individual trades made by UBS on behalf of the company as part of the buyback programs has been provided in accordance with the Market Abuse Regulation. The company has also shared contact information for investor relations and media relations for further inquiries.

This announcement provides insight into NatWest Group plc's recent financial activities, shedding light on its share buyback program and the specific details of the recent share purchases.