Outcome of Audit Tender Process

Close Brothers Group plc ("the group" or "Close Brothers") today announces that, following the conclusion of a formal audit tender process led by the Audit Committee, the Board has approved the proposed re-appointment of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP ("PwC") as external auditor to take effect from, and including, the financial year ending 31 July 2028. The re-appointment is subject to shareholder approval at the 2027 Annual General Meeting.

In line with applicable UK legislation, the group is required to tender the statutory audit every 10 years and rotate every 20 years. The group initially appointed PwC as the external auditor with effect from the year ending 31 July 2018.

Information on the audit tender process will be included in the group's 2026 Annual Report and Accounts.

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Tiffany Brill

Deputy Company Secretary, Close Brothers Group plc

About Close Brothers

Close Brothers is a UK specialist banking group providing lending and deposit taking. We employ approximately 2,600 people, principally in the United Kingdom and Ireland. Close Brothers Group plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange.