Vanguard Group Discloses Position in International Distribution Services plc

The Vanguard Group, Inc. has released a public disclosure of its position in International Distribution Services plc under Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code. This disclosure, dated 6 August 2024, outlines Vanguard’s interests and dealings in the relevant securities. As of 5 August 2024, Vanguard holds 3.74% of International Distribution Services plc's 1p ordinary shares, equating to 35,849,015 shares.

The disclosure also details a recent purchase of 71,236 1p ordinary shares at a price of 3.37 GBP per unit. Vanguard reported no cash-settled or stock-settled derivatives, and there were no relevant agreements, arrangements, or understandings relating to options or derivatives.

No further agreements, arrangements, or understandings were reported. The form confirms that no Supplemental Form 8 (Open Positions) was attached. The contact for this disclosure is Shawn Acker, reachable at 001-610-669-6713.