Vanguard Discloses Stake in Aviva plc

The Vanguard Group, Inc. has disclosed its stake in Aviva plc following Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code. The form, dated April 11, 2025, reveals Vanguard holds 5.12% of Aviva's ordinary shares, totaling 137,218,309 shares. The disclosure highlights The Vanguard Group's significant position in the UK-based insurance company.

The disclosure is specific to Aviva plc, with no additional parties involved in other offers. Vanguard's substantial holding suggests a strategic interest in Aviva, underscored by their recent purchase of 105,504 ordinary shares at 4.96 GBP per share. No other derivatives or options were involved in the dealings.

No indemnities, arrangements, or understandings were reported related to voting or future acquisitions. The absence of a Supplemental Form 8 indicates no open positions in stock-settled derivatives.