Vanguard Discloses Stake in JTC plc Under Takeover Code

On October 27, 2025, The Vanguard Group, Inc. submitted a disclosure form under Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code, detailing its stake in JTC plc. The statement reveals Vanguard's ownership of 8,677,450 ordinary shares, equivalent to 5.04% of JTC's capital. This disclosure is part of the public opening position required for entities holding interests of 1% or more in relevant securities.

The disclosure reports a purchase of 1,068 shares at a price of 13.36 GBP per share on October 24, 2025. No derivative transactions or other dealings are cited, and there are no associated indemnities or agreements affecting these securities. The form does not include a Supplemental Form 8 for open positions, emphasizing the transparency of Vanguard's holding in JTC plc.