The Vanguard Group Discloses Stake in Spirent Communications

The Vanguard Group, Inc. has disclosed a significant stake in Spirent Communications plc, in accordance with Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code. The filing, dated October 14, 2024, indicates that Vanguard holds interests representing 5.21% in 3 1/3p ordinary shares of Spirent Communications.

This public disclosure outlines 30,137,693 shares owned or controlled by Vanguard, with no short positions or derivative agreements reported. The disclosure, required for entities with interests representing 1% or more in relevant securities, reveals that Vanguard transacted 3,140 shares at a price of 1.75 GBP per unit on October 11, 2024.

No indemnity or other formal agreements were reported concerning these dealings. Furthermore, no supplementary Form 8 is attached, indicating no additional open positions or understandings. This underscores Vanguard's straightforward equity position in Spirent Communications.