Statement re. Press Comment

Man Group plc

Comment on press speculation

Man Group plc notes the recent press speculation and confirms that it is in discussions concerning the possible acquisition of Numeric Holdings LLC. These discussions are ongoing and may or may not lead to a transaction.

Further announcements will be made if and when appropriate.

Enquiries

Fiona Smart

Head of Investor Relations

+44 20 7144 2030

fiona.smart@man.com

Rosanna Konarzewski

Head of Communications

+44 20 7144 2078

rosanna.konarzewski@man.com

RLM Finsbury (UK)

James Bradley

Ryan O'Keeffe

+44 20 7251 3801

RLM Finsbury (US) 

Sara Evans

+1 646 805 2066