Vanguard Group Discloses Position in International Distribution Services plc

On July 24, 2024, The Vanguard Group, Inc. submitted a Form 8.3 detailing its interest in International Distribution Services plc. As per Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code, this disclosure is necessary for individuals or entities holding 1% or more in relevant securities.

According to the form, Vanguard holds 35,380,787 ordinary shares in International Distribution Services plc, representing 3.69% of the total issued share capital. This interest is solely in ordinary shares and does not include any derivatives or options.

Moreover, the form reveals that Vanguard recently purchased 13,506 ordinary shares at a price of 3.42 GBP per share on July 23, 2024. No additional arrangements or agreements related to indemnities, options, or derivatives were noted.

Vanguard confirms no other dealings or subscriptions in new securities were conducted, nor are there any supplementary Form 8 disclosures required at this time. The date of this disclosure is noted as July 24, 2024, with contact handled by Shawn Acker.