The Vanguard Group Discloses Position in Hargreaves Lansdown plc

The Vanguard Group, Inc. has made a public opening position disclosure related to its interests in Hargreaves Lansdown plc. As of October 2, 2024, Vanguard holds 18,704,483 ordinary shares in Hargreaves Lansdown plc, representing a 3.94% interest in the company.

The disclosure, formatted under Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code, specifies that Vanguard has conducted transactions involving Hargreaves Lansdown shares. These include the purchase of 3,428 shares and the sale of 483 shares, each at a price of 11.12 GBP per share. No cash-settled or stock-settled derivative transactions have been reported, nor are there any indemnity or other dealing arrangements in place.

This disclosure is part of the ongoing requirements for persons holding significant interests in relevant securities during takeover periods. It highlights Vanguard's substantial stake in Hargreaves Lansdown, underlining its ongoing presence in the financial services sector.