Wise Group (WSE) buys back shares in US and UK markets

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Wise Group plc (WSE) reports recent activity under its share buyback program. From 17 August 2026 up to and including 21 August 2026, the company repurchased 572,875 Class A ordinary shares on Nasdaq and other applicable US trading venues and 768,520 Class A ordinary shares on the London Stock Exchange and other venues, in each case through Goldman Sachs International or an affiliate. The repurchased shares will be held in treasury.

These transactions are part of a previously announced buyback under which Wise expects to repurchase up to £405 million (approximately $540 million) of its Class A ordinary shares. Wise describes itself as a global technology company focused on cross-border money movement, supporting around 19 million customers in fiscal year 2026, processing over $240 billion in cross-border transactions and saving customers over $3 billion.

Key Figures

Class A shares repurchased on US venues: 572,875 shares Class A shares repurchased on LSE and other UK venues: 768,520 shares Share buyback program size: £405 million (approximately $540 million) +3 more

6 metrics

Class A shares repurchased on US venues 572,875 shares Repurchased on Nasdaq and/or other applicable US trading venues between 17–21 August 2026

Class A shares repurchased on LSE and other UK venues 768,520 shares Repurchased on the London Stock Exchange and other venues between 17–21 August 2026

Share buyback program size £405 million (approximately $540 million) Expected maximum repurchase amount of Class A ordinary shares under the current buyback

Cross-border transaction volume $240 billion Cross-border transactions processed in fiscal year 2026

Customers supported 19 million People and businesses supported in fiscal year 2026

Customer savings $3 billion Amount Wise reports customers saved in fiscal year 2026

Key Terms

share buyback program, treasury, Market Abuse Regulation, Listing Rule 14.3.17(2), +1 more

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share buyback program financial

"The repurchases form part of the Company's share buyback program announced"

A share buyback program is when a company uses its cash to repurchase its own outstanding shares from the market, reducing the number of shares available to investors. That matters because it can raise the value of remaining shares and signal management's confidence in the business—similar to a bakery buying back unsold loafs to make each remaining loaf represent a larger share of its oven’s output—though buybacks can also affect cash available for other uses.

treasury financial

"The repurchased Class A ordinary shares will be held in treasury."

The treasury is the department or area within a government or organization responsible for managing its money, finances, and financial strategies. It handles tasks like collecting revenue, paying bills, and planning for future financial needs, much like a household manages its budget. For investors, understanding the treasury is important because it influences interest rates, government spending, and overall economic stability.

Market Abuse Regulation regulatory

"In accordance with Article 5(1)(b) of Regulation (EU) No 596/2014 (the Market Abuse Regulation)"

Market abuse regulation consists of laws and rules designed to prevent dishonest or manipulative practices in financial markets. It aims to ensure fair and transparent trading, so investors can trust that markets operate honestly, much like rules that keep a game fair. By reducing unfair advantages, it helps protect investor confidence and promotes healthy, efficient markets.

Listing Rule 14.3.17(2) regulatory

"This announcement is also being made for the purposes of the UK Financial Conduct Authority's Listing Rule 14.3.17(2)."

foreign private issuer regulatory

"FORM 6-K REPORT OF FOREIGN PRIVATE ISSUER"

A foreign private issuer is a company organized outside the United States that meets tests showing it is primarily foreign-controlled and therefore qualifies for a different set of U.S. reporting rules. For investors, that means the company files less frequent or differently formatted disclosures with U.S. regulators and may follow home-country accounting and governance practices, so buying its stock is like dining at a well-reviewed restaurant that follows its home kitchen’s rules instead of the local menu — you get access but should check what standards apply.

FAQ

What share repurchases did Wise Group plc (WSE) complete between 17 and 21 August 2026?

Wise repurchased 572,875 Class A ordinary shares on Nasdaq and other US venues and 768,520 Class A ordinary shares on the London Stock Exchange and other venues during 17–21 August 2026, all executed through Goldman Sachs International or an affiliate.

What is the total size of Wise Group plc (WSE)’s current share buyback program?

Wise expects to repurchase up to £405 million (approximately $540 million) of its Class A ordinary shares under its current share buyback program announced on 21 July 2026.

What happens to the shares repurchased by Wise Group plc (WSE)?

Wise states that the repurchased Class A ordinary shares will be held in treasury, meaning they are retained by the company rather than being cancelled or reissued immediately.

Which broker executed Wise Group plc (WSE)’s recent share buybacks?

The repurchases were carried out through Goldman Sachs International or one of its affiliates on behalf of Wise Group plc.

How large is Wise Group plc (WSE)’s customer base and transaction volume?

In fiscal year 2026, Wise supported around 19 million people and businesses, processed over $240 billion in cross-border transactions, and reports that this activity saved customers over $3 billion.

On what regulatory basis does Wise Group plc (WSE) disclose its buyback trades?

Wise states that detailed trades by Goldman Sachs International are provided in accordance with Article 5(1)(b) of Regulation (EU) No 596/2014 and Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2016/1052, as incorporated into UK law, and for the purposes of Listing Rule 14.3.17(2).

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington D.C. 20549

FORM 6-K

REPORT OF FOREIGN PRIVATE ISSUER

PURSUANT TO RULE 13a-16 OR 15d-16

UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

Date: 25 August 2026

Commission File Number: 001-43229

Wise Group plc

(Translation of registrant’s name into English)

1st Floor, Worship Square

65 Clifton Street

London EC2A 4JE

United Kingdom

(Address of Principal Executive Office)

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant files or will file annual reports under cover of Form 20-F or Form 40-F:

Form 20-F ☒   Form 40-F ☐

EXHIBIT INDEX

Exhibit No.	Description
99.1	Transaction in Own Shares dated 25 August 2026

Exhibit 99.1

Wise Group plc

Transaction in Own Shares

Wise Group plc (the "Company") announces that from 17 August 2026 up to and including 21 August 2026 it repurchased a total of (i) 572,875 of its Class A ordinary shares on Nasdaq and/or other applicable US trading venues and (ii) 768,520 of its Class A ordinary shares on the London Stock Exchange and other in both cases through Goldman Sachs International or one of its affiliates, as detailed below.

The repurchased Class A ordinary shares will be held in treasury.

Date	Aggregate number of Class A ordinary shares purchased	Volume weighted average price paid per share	Highest price paid per share	Lowest price paid per share	Trading venue
2026-08-17	90,194	GBP 9.6736	GBP 9.7800	GBP 9.5460	XLON
2026-08-17	75,000	USD 13.0183	USD 13.2200	USD 12.8950	NASDAQ
2026-08-18	93,004	GBP 9.5063	GBP 9.5960	GBP 9.4180	XLON
2026-08-18	49,687	GBP 9.5004	GBP 9.5860	GBP 9.4220	CHIX
2026-08-18	99,059	USD 12.8130	USD 13.0050	USD 12.7100	NASDAQ
2026-08-19	138,715	GBP 9.2820	GBP 9.4140	GBP 9.1780	XLON
2026-08-19	76,888	GBP 9.2660	GBP 9.4060	GBP 9.1780	CHIX
2026-08-19	20,815	GBP 9.2656	GBP 9.4060	GBP 9.1840	BATE
2026-08-19	149,806	USD 12.6581	USD 12.8350	USD 12.5100	NASDAQ
2026-08-20	63,470	GBP 9.2241	GBP 9.2900	GBP 9.1360	XLON
2026-08-20	76,114	GBP 9.2197	GBP 9.2980	GBP 9.1340	CHIX
2026-08-20	100,000	USD 12.5516	USD 12.6800	USD 12.4600	NASDAQ
2026-08-21	77,333	GBP 9.3243	GBP 9.4680	GBP 9.1740	XLON
2026-08-21	82,300	GBP 9.3406	GBP 9.4560	GBP 9.1880	CHIX
2026-08-21	149,010	USD 12.8706	USD 13.0500	USD 12.6300	NASDAQ

The repurchases form part of the Company's share buyback program announced on July 21, 2026 (the "Buyback"). In connection with the Buyback, the Company expects to repurchase up to £405 million (approximately $540 million) of its Class A ordinary shares.

In accordance with Article 5(1)(b) of Regulation (EU) No 596/2014 (the Market Abuse Regulation) and Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2016/1052 as such legislation forms part of law in the United Kingdom (the "UK") by virtue of the EU (Withdrawal) Act 2018 (as may be amended, extended and/or supplemented from time to time), a detailed breakdown of individual trades made by Goldman Sachs International on behalf of the Company as part of the Buyback is scheduled to this announcement. This announcement is also being made for the purposes of the UK Financial Conduct Authority's Listing Rule 14.3.17(2).

http://www.rns-pdf.londonstockexchange.com/rns/9573R_1-2026-8-24.pdf

Enquiries

Martin Adams - Investor Relations

owners@wise.com

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press@wise.com

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About Wise

Wise is a global technology company, building the best way to move and manage the world's money.

With Wise Account and Wise Business, people and businesses can hold 40+ currencies, move money between countries and spend money abroad. Large companies and banks use Wise technology too; an entirely new network for the world's money.

In fiscal year 2026, Wise supported around 19 million people and businesses, processing over $240 billion in cross-border transactions and saving customers over $3 billion.

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.

				WISE GROUP PLC
Date: 25 August, 2026				By:		/s/ Emmanuel Thomassin
				Name:		Emmanuel Thomassin
				Title:		Chief Financial Officer