FirstGroup capital reduction creates GBP 500 million distributable reserves

By Public Technologies
  • FirstGroup registered a capital reduction cutting its share premium account, following shareholder sign-off on July 30, 2026.
  • The Court of Session in Edinburgh confirmed the move on Sept. 18, 2026.
  • The transaction created GBP 500 million of additional distributable reserves.
  • No change to the number of ordinary shares in issue or their nominal value.
  • No impact on cash position or net assets, with no repayment or distribution of capital.


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