The Vanguard Group, Inc. Discloses Position in Bakkavor Group plc

The Vanguard Group, Inc. has filed Form 8.3 regarding its interests in Bakkavor Group plc, as per Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code. The disclosure highlights Vanguard's holdings amounting to 9,660,896 ordinary shares, equating to a 1.67% stake in Bakkavor Group. The declaration date is marked at November 12, 2025.

Notably, the document also mentions Vanguard's association with Greencore Group plc, indicating multiple interests among offer parties. However, the Form 8.3 declares the absence of any cash-settled or stock-settled derivatives related to this disclosure.

The sale of 8,406 of these securities at a price of 2.23 GBP per unit is recorded. There are no disclosed indemnity or option arrangements linked to these dealings, emphasizing the straightforward nature of Vanguard's position disclosure.