The Vanguard Group Discloses Stake in International Distribution Services plc

The Vanguard Group, Inc. has released a public disclosure under Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code concerning its stake in International Distribution Services plc. As of November 21, 2024, Vanguard controls 36,222,724 shares, representing a 3.78% interest in the company. This announcement was formally documented on November 22, 2024.

Additionally, a recent purchase involved 594 shares at a price of 3.47 GBP each. Vanguard has disclosed no cash-settled derivatives nor any rights to subscribe for new securities linked to International Distribution Services plc. The information indicates no current indemnity or arrangement agreements related to inducements for this transaction.

No supplemental Form 8, which would detail open stock-settled derivative positions, accompanies this disclosure. The announcement was made by Shawn Acker, with disclosure queries managed through designated regulatory channels.