Vanguard Discloses Interest in UK Commercial Property REIT Limited

The Vanguard Group, Inc. has publicly disclosed its ownership stake and short positions in UK Commercial Property REIT Limited according to the requirements of Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code. As of April 10, 2024, Vanguard controls a total interest of 40,112,083 shares, representing a 3.09% stake in the company. This disclosure coincides with recent dealings where Vanguard purchased 187,868 shares at a price of 0.67 GBP per share.

In addition to UK Commercial Property REIT Limited, Vanguard also disclosed interests in relation to Tritax Big Box REIT plc, indicating active positions in multiple entities within the real estate investment trust sector. The disclosure aims to provide transparency regarding Vanguard's investments in companies where it holds substantial interests, thereby adhering to regulatory obligations under the Takeover Code. Shawn Acker, a contact representative for Vanguard, confirmed the disclosure details, emphasizing the company's commitment to compliance and market transparency.

No further arrangements, agreements, or understandings related to the voting rights or future acquisitions regarding the disclosed interests have been reported, suggesting Vanguard's current disclosure aligns purely with investment holdings without any explicit intent for control or significant influence over management decisions within UK Commercial Property REIT Limited or Tritax Big Box REIT plc.