Vanguard Group's 5.46% Stake in Direct Line Insurance Group Revealed

The Vanguard Group, Inc. has disclosed its interests in Direct Line Insurance Group plc, owning 5.46% of the company's ordinary shares. This information is part of a disclosure required by Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code. The announcement, dated January 28, 2025, reveals that as of January 27, 2025, Vanguard holds these securities.

In addition to Direct Line, Vanguard's interests extend to Aviva plc, highlighting its involvement in multiple significant insurance entities. The filing provides details of a recent sale involving 100,998 ordinary shares at a price of 2.66 GBP each.

Furthermore, Vanguard reports no indemnity agreements or derivative arrangements. Supplemental information on stock-settled derivatives is not attached, emphasizing the straightforward nature of Vanguard's disclosed position.