The Vanguard Group Discloses Significant Stake in Darktrace plc

The Vanguard Group, Inc. reported a substantial ownership position in Darktrace plc, according to the latest Form 8.3 filing with regulatory authorities. As of May 16, 2024, Vanguard holds a total of 19,879,980 shares, representing 2.84% of the company’s ordinary shares. Notable on May 16 was the acquisition of 18,872 additional shares at a price of 5.95 GBP each.

The disclosure, mandated under Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code, does not involve any derivative positions or rights to subscribe for new securities. Furthermore, the filing clarifies that there are no indemnity, option arrangements, or any agreements concerning the voting rights related to these securities. This transparency ensures fair market practices and provides investors with critical information about significant shareholdings in publicly traded companies.

Contact information provided for The Vanguard Group is a telephone number with Shawn Acker as the contact person. This follows regulatory guidelines for providing a disclosure path in case further inquiries arise regarding the dealings.