Aberforth Smaller Companies Trust plc

Interim Dividend

The Board of Aberforth Smaller Companies Trust plc today announced an interim dividend of 15.30p per ordinary share in respect of the year ending 31 December 2026. The dividend will be paid on 27 August 2026 to shareholders on the register at the close of business on 7 August 2026. The ex dividend date is 6 August 2026.

Aberforth Partners LLP, Secretaries

Tel 0131 220 0733

28 July 2026