The Vanguard Group, Inc. Discloses Position in Smith (DS) plc

The Vanguard Group, Inc. has made a public disclosure under Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code. The disclosure pertains to interests in relevant securities representing 1% or more. The company’s position is related to Smith (DS) plc, with the data recorded as of 30 August 2024.

The total number of relevant securities owned and controlled by The Vanguard Group, Inc. amounts to 67,737,907, constituting 4.91%. The nature of these securities is a 10p ordinary class. Additionally, no cash-settled or stock-settled derivatives have been reported.

In terms of dealings, The Vanguard Group, Inc. purchased 449 units at 4.68 GBP per unit and sold 40,603 units at the same price. There are no existing agreements, arrangements, or understandings regarding options, derivatives, voting rights, or future acquisitions or disposals.