Apex Fundrock Limited Reports Substantial Holdings in Equals Group PLC

Apex Fundrock Limited disclosed a significant position in Equals Group PLC, revealing an ownership exceeding 1% of the company's shares. According to the recent filing under Form 8.3, associated with the Takeover Code, Apex Fundrock's disclosure shows an interest in 5,791,166 ordinary shares, equivalent to a 3.09% share in Equals Group PLC. The disclosure, dated 2 April 2024, aims at complying with the public opening position and dealing disclosure requirements for entities holding interests in relevant securities representing 1% or more.

The details of transactions indicated a sale of 26,420 and 219,914 ordinary 1p shares on the undisclosed date, each at a price of £1.214594. The dealings underscore Apex Fundrock's active engagement in the market movements of Equals Group PLC. However, no cash-settled derivatives or stock-settled derivatives transactions were reported in this disclosure. Additionally, Apex Fundrock confirmed that there are no indemnity or dealing arrangements, nor any agreements or understandings concerning options or derivatives related to Equals Group PLC's securities.