The Vanguard Group Discloses Position in Smith (DS) plc

The Vanguard Group, Inc. released a Form 8.3 disclosure concerning its interests in Smith (DS) plc, a key player within the relevant securities realm that represents at least 1% of the total. As per the disclosure, The Vanguard Group holds 68,513,978 ordinary shares, accounting for 4.96% of Smith (DS) plc's ordinary shares. This position was confirmed on January 22, 2025.

Notably, Vanguard also disclosed a connection to the International Paper Company concerning this matter. The company reported purchase and sale transactions of Smith (DS) plc's 10p ordinary shares on the same date, with 10,875 shares bought and 85,791 shares sold at £5.99 each.

No other dealings involving options, derivatives, or other inducements were reported, and no additional agreements or informal arrangements were disclosed. The form was submitted on January 23, 2025, by Shawn Acker.