The Vanguard Group Discloses Interest in Spirent Communications

The Vanguard Group, Inc. has disclosed its position in Spirent Communications plc, as outlined in a recent Form 8.3. The disclosure, dated 27 August 2025, reveals that Vanguard holds interests in 31,242,243 ordinary shares of Spirent Communications, representing 5.38% of the company's relevant securities.

The filing does not indicate any significant transactions involving Spirent Communications shares by Vanguard, except for a minor purchase of 4,480 shares at 1.97 GBP per unit. Vanguard confirmed that no indemnity or option arrangements, aside from those disclosed, exist with any parties involved in the offer for Spirent Communications. No additional agreements regarding voting rights or derivative positions were reported.

The disclosure is part of compliance with Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code, requiring transparency from entities holding a substantial interest in relevant securities.