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In recent developments, Martin Currie Global Portfolio Trust Plc has been actively engaged in share buybacks, further indicating its commitment to managing its capital effectively. On February 6, 2025, the company repurchased 80,705 ordinary shares at a price of 381.5211p each, increasing its treasury holdings to 38,246,245 shares. This follows additional buybacks that occurred on February 5 and 4, where the company purchased 21,584 and 96,056 shares at prices of 371.3405p and 373.9380p, respectively. The total number of ordinary shares with voting rights currently stands at 60,429,662.

From a financial perspective, the company’s net asset values have shown stability, with the most recent unaudited figures reported at 384.52p per ordinary share as of February 5, 2025. This stable NAV, reported across various valuations—both with and without income, and at market and par valuations—indicates a robust financial position amidst ongoing share repurchases. Additionally, Martin Currie Global Portfolio Trust announced that as of January 31, 2025, it had no investments in UK-listed investment companies exceeding the 15% threshold, reflecting a strategic adherence to its investment policy.