Vanguard Discloses Positions in Rio Tinto and Glencore

The Vanguard Group, Inc. has revealed its positions in Rio Tinto plc and Rio Tinto Limited, in compliance with Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code. The disclosure notes that Vanguard holds significant interests in both companies' securities.

Vanguard owns 55,830,758 ordinary shares of Rio Tinto plc, amounting to 4.45% of its relevant securities. For Rio Tinto Limited, Vanguard's holdings are 25,288,035 ordinary shares, representing 6.81% of its securities. The disclosure also mentioned dealings in securities without delving into derivatives.

In addition to these interests, Vanguard is also making disclosures regarding its position in Glencore plc. This information adds another layer to the dynamics during the offering period for Rio Tinto and Glencore.