Statement re Closed Period

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Aberforth Smaller Companies Trust plc will enter a closed period from 27 June 2026 until the release of its interim financial results, expected around 28 July 2026. Despite this, the company intends to continue its ordinary share buyback program for cancellation during this period, as any relevant information will be disclosed to a Regulatory Information Service.

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Aberforth Smaller Companies Trust plc

Closed Period Notification

In accordance with the Market Abuse Regulation, Aberforth Smaller Companies Trust plc (the Company) announces that with effect from 27 June 2026, it will enter into a closed period which will remain in place until the Company releases its financial results for the six months ending 30 June 2026.

However, the Company is satisfied that any information which the Directors or the Company may have during the closed period will be notified to a Regulatory Information Service. Accordingly, the Company may continue to buy back its ordinary shares for cancellation during the mandatory closed period which is expected to end on or around 28 July 2026.

Aberforth Partners LLP, Secretaries

23 June 2026