** Shares of UK-based cybersecurity firm NCC Group NCCG.L up 1.6% at 146.6p
** Stock among top gainers on FTSE Mid 250 index .FTMC, which is up 0.18%
** NCCG expects to report FY adjusted EBITDA in line with its own expectations
** Says revenue performance in H2 on a constant currency basis (excluding non-core disposals) for its Escode and Cyber Security units have steadily improved from H1 levels
** Co remains in early stages of a review of options for its cyber business and continues to review alternatives for Escode, including a potential sale
** Says regardless of the outcome of the Escode review, intends to commence an initial share buy-back program, which is expected to launch after December 11
** YTD, NCCG down 2.39%
(Reporting by Tuhina in Bengaluru)
((Tuhina@thomsonreuters.com))