BlackRock Crosses Threshold at Publicis Groupe

On November 8, 2024, Publicis Groupe was informed by BlackRock, Inc., a New York-based investment manager, of a reduction in its equity stake. On November 7, 2024, BlackRock crossed the threshold of 5% of Publicis Groupe's voting rights downwards. On behalf of its clients and funds, BlackRock now holds 13,875,452 Publicis shares, representing 5.46% of the capital and 4.98% of the voting rights. This reduction follows an off-market sale of shares and a reduction in shares held as collateral.

The detailed information reveals BlackRock's discretionary management of voting rights unless otherwise indicated by its clients. Financial and securities lending contracts also explain the complex holding of certain shares. This statement, in accordance with Article L. 233-7 of the French Commercial Code, specifies that the transaction has not been verified by the AMF.