Vanguard Group Discloses Position in International Distribution Services plc

On November 28, 2024, The Vanguard Group, Inc. filed a Form 8.3, disclosing its position in International Distribution Services plc. Vanguard holds 36,212,052 shares, constituting 3.78% of the ordinary 1p shares of the company. This disclosure is in accordance with Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code, which mandates public disclosure by entities holding 1% or more of relevant securities in an offeror or offeree company.

Vanguard reported a recent transaction involving the sale of 5,152 shares at a price of 3.53 GBP per share. No cash-settled or stock-settled derivative transactions, options, or other dealings were reported in this filing. Additionally, there are no existing agreements, arrangements, or understandings concerning securities that might influence dealings.

The information in this disclosure provides insight into Vanguard's holdings and financial maneuvers concerning International Distribution Services plc.