Vanguard Group Discloses Position in International Distribution Services plc

The Vanguard Group, Inc. has filed Form 8.3, revealing its stake in International Distribution Services plc. As of November 12, 2024, Vanguard's interest in the company stands at 36,175,539 shares, representing a 3.77% ownership. This disclosure follows the requirements of Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code.

In a recent transaction, Vanguard purchased 45,755 shares at 3.41 GBP per share. No positions in cash-settled derivatives or stock-settled derivatives were disclosed. The disclosure form confirms no agreements, indemnities, or arrangements affecting securities dealings are in place.

The contact for this disclosure is Shawn Acker, available at 001-610-669-6713. According to the Takeover Panel's guidelines, public disclosures must be directed to a Regulatory Information Service.