Press speculation

22 June 2012

3i Group plc

Press speculation

The Board has noted press speculation with regard to possible organisational changes at the Company.

The commentary is speculative in nature and the Company has no comment at this time.

The Company intends to provide a full and complete update of any strategic and organisational changes at the time of its Annual General Meeting on 29 June 2012.

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About 3i Group plc

3i is an international investor focused on private equity, infrastructure and debt management, investing across Europe, Asia and the Americas. For further information please see www.3iGroup.com