The Vanguard Group Discloses Position in AngloGold Ashanti

The Vanguard Group, Inc. has filed a Form 8.3 concerning its interests in the securities of AngloGold Ashanti plc. As outlined in the document, Vanguard holds a significant stake, owning 18,541,881 ordinary shares, representing 4.41% of the company's securities. The disclosure follows the guidelines of Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code, which mandates such declarations for parties with interests exceeding 1% in a company subject to an acquisition or takeover.

The filing also indicates dealings by Vanguard, highlighting a recent purchase of 1,399,999 shares at a unit price of 445.40 ZAR and a concurrent sale of 1,602 shares at 448.14 ZAR. Moreover, the document confirms no additional agreements related to securities voting rights or derivatives.