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UK government reduces Natwest stake to 9.99%

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Posted on December 13, 2024

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UK Government Reduces Stake in Natwest to 9.99%

LONDON (Reuters) - The UK government said on Friday that it has reduced its stake in Natwest to 9.99% from 10.99% previously.

The government is still the largest shareholder in the FTSE 100 listed bank, according to LSEG data.

Shares were last down 0.8% at 405.50 pence.

(Reporting by Lucy Raitano; Editing by Amanda Cooper)

Key Takeaways

  • UK government reduces Natwest stake to 9.99%.
  • Government remains largest shareholder in Natwest.
  • Natwest is listed on FTSE 100.
  • Shares fell 0.8% to 405.50 pence.
  • Data provided by LSEG.

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