The Vanguard Group, Inc.: Stake in Hargreaves Lansdown plc

On September 16, 2024, The Vanguard Group, Inc. disclosed its stake in Hargreaves Lansdown plc, in compliance with Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code. The disclosure is based on the positions held as of September 13, 2024.

Vanguard holds a 3.93% interest in Hargreaves Lansdown plc, amounting to 18,625,920 ordinary shares. Additionally, within the disclosed period, Vanguard purchased 5,978 ordinary shares at an average price of approximately 11.05 GBP per unit, while selling 17,661 shares at 11.06 GBP per unit.

There were no other dealings, cash-settled or stock-settled derivative transactions, nor any agreements related to relevant securities. Vanguard confirmed no indemnity or other dealing arrangements, and no relevant voting agreements or understandings concerning options or derivatives.