Artemis Alpha Trust plc (the "Company")
As at close of business on 07 August 2014, the Net Asset Value ("NAV") per ordinary 1p share of the Company (calculated excluding current year revenue) was as follows:
Diluted NAV per share: 333.39 pence
Undiluted NAV per share: 333.39 pence
As at close of business on 07 August 2014, the Net Asset Value ("NAV") per ordinary 1p share of the Company (calculated including current year revenue) was as follows:
Diluted cum income: 334.44 pence
Undiluted cum income: 334.44 pence
Further to the announcement of 22 July 2014, the Company can confirm that the transaction relating to the unquoted holding The Hut Group is now complete. The net asset value as at the close of business on 7 August 2014 reflects an increase of approximately 16 pence per share as a result of this transaction. The Company has sold around 60% of its holding in The Hut Group, realised £9 million in cash
For further information, please contact:
Artemis Investment Management LLP
Company Secretary
Telephone: 0131 225 7300
08 August 2014