FirstGroup plc (FGP) Acquires 1.59 Million Shares in Buyback from September 1-4, 2026

FirstGroup plc (FGP), the UK-based public transport operator, has repurchased 1,586,296 ordinary shares of 5 pence each between 1 and 4 September 2026 as part of its ongoing share buyback programme. These transactions were executed through broker Panmure Liberum Limited, with weighted average prices ranging from 174.60p to 177.73p during the four trading days. The buyback programme was initially announced on 18 June 2026. After these purchases, FirstGroup holds 29,364,316 shares in treasury, with 541,330,699 ordinary shares outstanding and carrying voting rights. Key Points FirstGroup plc (FGP) operates bus and rail services as a UK-listed public transport group The company repurchased 1,586,296 ordinary shares over four trading days from 1 to 4 September 2026 Weighted average purchase prices ranged from 174.60p on 3 September to 177.73p on 1 September; treasury shares now total 29,364,316 Investors should monitor upcoming weekly buyback disclosures and any announcements regarding cancellation of treasury shares On 1 and 2 September 2026, FirstGroup acquired 350,000 shares each day at weighted average prices of 177.73p and 175.09p, respectively. On 3 September, 358,938 shares were purchased at a weighted average price of 174.60p, with daily price fluctuations between 172.50p and 177.60p. The largest volume was bought on 4 September, with 527,358 shares acquired at a weighted average price of 177.43p, ranging from 176.40p to 178.00p. All transactions were conducted by Panmure Liberum Limited on behalf of FirstGroup, priced in British pence and timed under British Summer Time. Treasury Shares and Voting Rights Following September 4, 2026 Buyback Following the completion of these four trading day purchases, FirstGroup's treasury holdings have increased to 29,364,316 ordinary shares. The total ordinary shares outstanding, excluding treasury shares, now stand at 541,330,699. This figure represents the denominator shareholders should use when determining if they must notify the FCA of any changes in their holdings under the Disclosure and Transparency Rules. FirstGroup has indicated its initial intention to retain the repurchased shares as treasury stock, although cancellation remains a potential future option. Buyback Programme Initiated in June 2026 and Executed Under Market Abuse Regulation The share buyback programme was officially announced by FirstGroup on 18 June 2026. The current share repurchases comply with Article 5(1)(b) of Regulation (EU) No 596/2014, known as the Market Abuse Regulation, which governs how listed companies may buy back their own securities. A detailed trade breakdown executed by Panmure Liberum Limited accompanies the regulatory announcement. Investor relations inquiries can be directed to Marianna Bowes, Head of Investor Relations, or David Blizzard, Company Secretary, using the contact information provided in the announcement. To keep reading, please log in to your account, create a free account, or simply fill out the form below.