The Vanguard Group Discloses Position in Assura plc

The Vanguard Group, Inc. has released its Form 8.3 disclosure concerning its interests in Assura plc under the UK Takeover Code. As of July 7, 2025, Vanguard holds 185,236,134 ordinary shares, representing a 5.70% stake in Assura plc. Notably, the disclosure also mentions Primary Health Properties plc as another party relevant to this position.

The form indicates recent trading activity involving these securities, with 75,012 shares purchased and 370,005 shares sold, both at a price of 0.50 GBP per share. There are no disclosed cash-settled or stock-settled derivative positions, nor are there agreements or intentions tied to these securities. Furthermore, no additional earnest commitments or voting-related understandings are reported.

This disclosure provides transparency in Vanguard's strategic positioning within UK-listed healthcare property companies, offering insight into their investment approach.