Vanguard Group Announces Ownership in Darktrace plc Exceeding 1%

The Vanguard Group, Inc. disclosed its significant ownership stake in Darktrace plc, stating a holding of 19,818,102 ordinary shares as of May 8, 2024, according to the latest Form 8.3 disclosure. This stake represents 2.83% of the company, highlighting Vanguard’s role as a major shareholder in the technology firm.

This declaration coincides with a recent transaction where Vanguard purchased 26,439 Darktrace shares at a price of 5.97 GBP per share. The filing, required under Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code, reflects Vanguard’s ongoing investment activities and interest in Darktrace plc, especially noteworthy if mergers or acquisitions are on the horizon, though no such plans were confessed in this disclosure.