Prudential plc Announces Share Repurchase and Changes in Issued Share Capital

Key Highlights from Latest Next Day Disclosure Return

• Issuer: Prudential plc (Stock code: 02378, Ordinary shares of GBP 0.05 each, listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange)
• Date of Disclosure: 28 January 2026
• Significant corporate action: Repurchase and cancellation of shares during January 2026

Detailed Changes in Issued Share Capital

Opening Balance (as at 26 January 2026):
Issued shares (excluding treasury shares): 2,543,987,857
Treasury shares: 0
Total issued shares: 2,543,987,857

Share Repurchase and Cancellation:
On 23 January 2026, Prudential repurchased 371,011 shares which were cancelled on 27 January 2026. The repurchase price was a volume-weighted average of GBP 11.5882 per share. This represents a reduction of 0.014584% of the company’s issued share capital.

Closing Balance (as at 27 January 2026):
Issued shares (excluding treasury shares): 2,543,616,846
Treasury shares: 0
Total issued shares: 2,543,616,846

Additional Shares Repurchased But Not Yet Cancelled

• On 26 January 2026: 301,246 shares repurchased for GBP 11.6133 per share (0.011841% of issued shares)
• On 27 January 2026: 263,713 shares repurchased for GBP 11.8664 per share (0.010366% of issued shares)

These shares have been repurchased but not yet cancelled as of the latest reporting date, meaning they still count towards the issued share capital until cancellation is finalized.

Details of Latest Repurchase Transaction

On 27 January 2026, 263,713 ordinary shares were repurchased on the London Stock Exchange, at a price range between GBP 11.775 and GBP 11.97 per share, with an aggregate price paid of GBP 3,129,313.84.

All these shares are intended for cancellation, not for holding as treasury shares.

Repurchase Mandate & Authorisation

• Repurchase Mandate approved on: 14 May 2025
• Total shares authorised for repurchase: 262,668,701
• Total shares repurchased to date under mandate: 63,388,249 (representing 2.433723% of issued shares as at the mandate date)
• Moratorium on new share issuance or sales of treasury shares: Until 26 February 2026 (30 days post any repurchase, as per HKEX rules)

Investor Implications & Potential Price Sensitivity

• Reduction of Share Capital: The ongoing share buyback and cancellation program reduces the number of shares in circulation, which, all else equal, may enhance earnings per share and could be supportive of the share price.
• Buyback Price: The repurchase prices (GBP 11.5882 – GBP 11.97) are close to the market price, suggesting management sees value at current levels.
• Mandate Utilisation: Prudential has so far utilised 2.43% of its buyback authorisation, leaving significant capacity for further buybacks, potentially providing ongoing technical support for the share price.
• Moratorium Period: Prudential is restricted from issuing new shares or selling treasury shares until 26 February 2026, which may indicate limited dilution risk for current shareholders in the near term.

Key Takeaways for Shareholders

• The company is actively returning capital to shareholders through buybacks, a move generally viewed positively by the market.
• The reduction in share count could impact valuation metrics and may be price sensitive, particularly as share repurchases are executed at close to market prices.
• No shares are being held as treasury shares; all repurchased shares are being cancelled, maximizing the benefit to remaining shareholders.

Disclaimer: This report is produced for informational purposes only, based on publicly disclosed filings. It does not constitute investment advice or an offer to buy or sell securities. Investors should perform their own due diligence and consult professional advisers before making investment decisions. The information provided reflects company disclosures as of 28 January 2026 and may be subject to change.

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