The Vanguard Group, Inc. Discloses Position on Spectris plc

The Vanguard Group, Inc. has released Form 8.3, revealing its public opening position concerning Spectris plc. The form discloses Vanguard's interests in Spectris, revealing a 5.50% stake, equivalent to 5,465,148 ordinary shares of 5p nominal value each.

As of July 3, 2025, the form indicates purchases of additional Spectris shares. Specific purchases include 1,949 shares at 39.82 GBP, 57 shares at 40.00 GBP, and 327 shares at 40.02 GBP per unit. No short positions or cash/stock-settled derivatives are disclosed in the filing.

Vanguard confirms no indemnity or option arrangements connected to these securities, and no supplemental Form 8 (Open Positions) is attached. The disclosure complies with Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code, presenting transparency in its dealings with Spectris plc securities.