BlackRock Acquires Major Voting Rights in Travis Perkins

Travis Perkins Plc has announced a significant acquisition of voting rights by BlackRock, Inc. The notification, made on July 17, 2024, reveals that BlackRock crossed the 5% threshold of voting rights on July 16, 2024.

BlackRock, a global investment management corporation based in Wilmington, USA, now holds 5.01% of total voting rights in Travis Perkins. This includes 4.82% through direct shares and 0.19% through financial instruments. This acquisition signifies a major presence in the decision-making process of the UK-based issuer.

The details indicate 10,493,910 direct voting rights and additional rights through securities lending and contracts for difference. This move aligns BlackRock's interest closely with the strategic direction of Travis Perkins.