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UK's NCC Group explores strategic options for Escode business, including sale

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Posted on April 28, 2025

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NCC Group Mulls Sale of Escode Business Amid Strategic Review

(Reuters) - NCC Group, a UK-based global cybersecurity specialist, said on Monday it is exploring various strategic options for its Escode business, including a possible sale.

The group comprises two distinct businesses — cyber security and Escode, which specializes in software escrow and verification services.

Shares of NCC rose as much as 12% to 157 pence by 1530 GMT on the London bourse, reaching their highest since December 10, 2024.

The company said no proposals have been received yet and no decision has been made regarding any transaction.

(Reporting by Aatrayee Chatterjee in Bengaluru; Editing by Shilpi Majumdar)

Key Takeaways

  • NCC Group is considering strategic options for its Escode business.
  • Options include a possible sale of the Escode division.
  • NCC Group shares rose 12% on the London Stock Exchange.
  • No proposals have been received for the Escode business yet.
  • NCC Group specializes in cybersecurity and software escrow services.

Frequently Asked Questions

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The main topic is NCC Group exploring strategic options, including a possible sale, for its Escode business.
What businesses does NCC Group operate?
NCC Group operates in cybersecurity and software escrow and verification services through its Escode business.
Has NCC Group received any proposals for Escode?
As of now, NCC Group has not received any proposals for the Escode business.

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