The Vanguard Group Discloses Significant Position in International Distribution Services

The Vanguard Group, Inc. has released a Form 8.3 under the Takeover Code, detailing its interests in International Distribution Services plc. As of October 9, 2024, Vanguard disclosed owning and/or controlling 3.76% of the ordinary shares of the company.

The disclosure highlights Vanguard's involvement with a total of 36,017,876 ordinary shares, indicating a notable influence over the relevant securities. The form aligns with Vanguard's compliance with Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code, which mandates disclosure for entities with interests surpassing 1% in relevant securities.

Additionally, the document confirms that there are no indemnity or other dealing arrangements or agreements regarding options or derivatives related to these securities. No Supplemental Form 8 for Open Positions accompanies this disclosure.