NatWest Group plc has announced the purchase of a significant number of its own ordinary shares from UBS AG, London Branch. The company has bought 1,767,000 ordinary shares at a volume-weighted average price of 218.8597 GBp per share on the London Stock Exchange, among other transactions on different venues. These purchases are part of the company's existing share buyback program and were made in accordance with the instructions issued to UBS on 31 July 2023.

Following the settlement of these transactions, NatWest Group plc will hold 179,627,915 ordinary shares in treasury and have 8,764,501,452 ordinary shares in issue, excluding treasury shares. The company intends to cancel the repurchased ordinary shares.

The transaction details have been provided in accordance with the Market Abuse Regulation, including the breakdown of individual trades made by UBS on behalf of the company as part of the buyback program. 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, demonstrating its commitment to its share buyback program and its strategy for managing its capital structure.