The Vanguard Group Discloses Significant Interests in Aviva plc

The Vanguard Group, Inc. has released a disclosure form, known as Form 8.3, highlighting its substantial interests in Aviva plc. As of May 7, 2025, Vanguard holds 138,509,083 ordinary shares of Aviva, representing 5.17% of the company's total securities. This substantial stake qualifies Vanguard as a person with interests representing 1% or more under the Takeover Code.

In addition to its holdings in Aviva, Vanguard is also making disclosures regarding Direct Line Insurance Group plc. Recent transactions include the purchase of Aviva securities at various prices, with the largest purchase involving 160,028 shares at 5.82 GBP each.

No additional agreements, arrangements, or stock-settled derivative positions are reported in this disclosure. No Supplemental Form 8 regarding open positions is attached to this document.