The Vanguard Group Discloses Position in Ascential plc

The Vanguard Group, Inc. has made a public opening position disclosure regarding Ascential plc. As per Form 8.3 under the Takeover Code, Vanguard holds a 5.17% interest in Ascential's ordinary shares, totaling 10,540,907 shares. The latest practicable date for this disclosure is August 22, 2024.

This disclosure does not include any exempt fund managers connected with the offeror or offeree. Additionally, no further disclosures are made in respect to any other party to the offer. The form specifies that there are no cash-settled derivatives or stock settled derivatives currently held by Vanguard.

No indemnity or other dealing arrangements have been reported. There are also no agreements, arrangements, or understandings related to options or derivatives. The disclosure was made on August 23, 2024, and any inquiries can be directed to Shawn Acker at the provided contact number.