Barclays Reduces Stake in Britvic Plc

Britvic Plc, a leading UK soft drinks company, has reported a change in significant shareholding, as disclosed on November 7, 2024. The notification detailed an acquisition or disposal of voting rights by Barclays PLC. The transaction date when the threshold was crossed or reached is identified as November 1, 2024.

Barclays PLC, headquartered in London, has reduced its total voting rights in Britvic from 6.10% to 5.09%. This includes 4.58% from direct voting rights attached to shares and 0.51% through financial instruments. The involved financial instruments include equity swaps and contracts for difference, contributing to the latter percentage.

The notification was formally processed on November 5, 2024, with the announcement completed in London. This adjustment is part of Barclays' continuous assessment and management of its investment portfolio in Britvic Plc.