NatWest Group plc has disclosed the acquisition of a specific number of its ordinary shares from UBS AG, London Branch. The purchases were made in line with the company's existing share buyback program and were executed as per the instructions issued to UBS on February 16, 2024. The company has expressed its intention to cancel the repurchased ordinary shares.

Following the settlement of the transactions, NatWest Group will hold 149,824,944 ordinary shares in treasury and have 8,736,327,768 ordinary shares in issue, excluding treasury shares. The company has provided contact information for Investor Relations and Media Relations for further inquiries.

The detailed breakdown of the individual trades made by UBS on behalf of NatWest Group as part of the buyback programs has been provided in accordance with the Market Abuse Regulation. The transaction details include the date, time, volume of shares, price, and trading venue for each trade.

The company's proactive approach to repurchasing its own shares demonstrates its commitment to enhancing shareholder value and optimizing its capital structure. This move also reflects NatWest Group's confidence in its financial position and long-term growth prospects.