Company Announcements

29 July 2019

Stock Exchange Announcement

LIONTRUST ASSET MANAGEMENT PLC

Statement re Press Speculation

The Board of Liontrust Asset Management Plc ("Liontrust") notes yesterday's press speculation and confirms that it is in discussions with the controlling shareholders of Neptune Investment Management Limited ("Neptune"). There can be no certainty that the discussions will lead to any agreement concerning the possible acquisition by Liontrust of Neptune or as to the timing or terms of any such agreement. There can also be no assurance that, even if reached, any such agreement will be completed.

A further announcement will be made as and when appropriate.

For further information please contact:

Liontrust Asset Management                                               020 7412 1700

John Ions, Vinay Abrol                                                            www.liontrust.co.uk

Simon Hildrey - Chief Marketing Officer

Numis Securities Limited                                                      020 7260 1000

Charles Farquhar

Macquarie Capital (Europe) Limited                                   020 3037 2000

Advisory - Jonny Allison, Kavita Choitram

Corporate Broking - Alex Reynolds, Alex Moraru

N+1 Singer Advisory LLP                                                        020 7496 3000

Corporate Broking- Tom Salvesen

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