The Vanguard Group's Position in Direct Line Insurance Group

The Vanguard Group, Inc. has disclosed its position in relevant securities of Direct Line Insurance Group plc under Form 8.3, as part of Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code. As of January 31, 2025, Vanguard holds 71,513,800 ordinary shares, representing 5.45% of Direct Line's issued share capital.

Alongside this disclosure, Vanguard also noted interests related to Aviva plc. Notably, a recent transaction involved the purchase of 23,197 shares at a price of 2.68 GBP per share. No accounts or positions for cash-settled or stock-settled derivatives were reported.

No indemnity, option arrangement, or informal agreement related to securities inducements was present. The disclosure aligns with Vanguard's compliance with the UK’s Takeover Code.