The Vanguard Group, Inc.: Disclosure on Spirent Communications plc

On October 1, 2024, The Vanguard Group, Inc. disclosed its public opening position in Spirent Communications plc, as required under Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code. The disclosure revealed that Vanguard holds an interest of 5.18% in the 3 1/3p ordinary shares of Spirent Communications, totaling 30,000,678 shares.

The disclosure also included a purchase transaction on September 30, 2024, where Vanguard bought 106,699 shares at a price of 1.71 GBP per share. No other dealings, including derivative transactions or rights to subscribe for new securities, were reported.

No indemnity or other dealing arrangements, agreements, or understandings relating to options or derivatives were noted. The disclosure was made by Shawn Acker, with contact information provided.