The Vanguard Group, Inc. Discloses Position in Spirent Communications plc

The Vanguard Group, Inc. has issued a public opening position disclosure concerning its holdings in Spirent Communications plc, as mandated by Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code. The disclosure, dated 18 April 2024, reveals that The Vanguard Group holds 29,224,952 ordinary shares of Spirent Communications, representing a 5.05% interest. This declaration aligns with the requirements for entities holding interests in relevant securities amounting to 1% or more.

Additionally, the report detailed a purchase of 445 ordinary shares at a price of 1.94 GBP per unit, executed on the previous day, 17 April 2024. This transaction reflects ongoing trading activities involving Spirent Communications plc shares by The Vanguard Group. The financial services firm confirmed no involvement in cash-settled derivatives or other complex financial instruments relating to these shares at the time of reporting. Furthermore, no indemnity, options arrangements, or agreements influencing trading decisions were disclosed.