News release

Update following Moody's credit rating affirmation

17 February 2026

Moody's Investors Service have on 13 February 2026 reaffirmed the credit rating of Walsall Housing Group Ltd and whg Treasury Plc at A2 with a stable outlook.

The credit opinion reflects whg's low-risk business model focused on social housing lettings and strong operating performance, as well as whg's moderate development ambitions and the high investment required to improve the energy efficiency of its stock.

The Moody's report is available on our Investor Relations Portal, which can be accessed here.

For further information, please contact:

Sangita Surridge, Corporate Director of Finance: [email protected]

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Media contact

Katie Swann, Communications Business Partner: [email protected]

Notes to editors

whg started life in Walsall, where most of its homes are, and it is still the place that anchors the organisation. Today, whg operates across the Midlands, owning and maintain around 22,900 homes in areas such as Walsall, Telford, Wolverhampton, Worcestershire and Staffordshire.

The business are proud champions of the region, playing an active role in its future prosperity through regeneration, place shaping and community investment. whg specialise in delivery through strategic partnerships, including with Homes England.

Visit www.whg.uk.com to learn more.