NatWest Group plc has announced the purchase of a significant number of its own ordinary shares from UBS AG, London Branch. The company has disclosed the details of the transaction, including the number of shares purchased, the 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 July 31, 2023.

Following the settlement of these transactions, NatWest Group plc will hold 179,017,623 ordinary shares in treasury and have 8,746,542,404 ordinary shares in issue, excluding treasury shares. The company has also stated its intention to cancel the repurchased ordinary shares.

The transaction details have been provided in compliance with the Market Abuse Regulation, including a full breakdown of the 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 transparency regarding NatWest Group plc's recent share transactions and demonstrates the company's commitment to its share buyback program.