The Vanguard Group Discloses Interests in Smith (DS) plc

The Vanguard Group, Inc. released its Form 8.3 disclosure relating to interests in Smith (DS) plc. As of January 2, 2025, Vanguard holds 68,452,548 ordinary shares, representing a 4.96% stake. This disclosure is mandated under Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code, applicable to those holding 1% or more of a company's relevant securities.

Vanguard also declared dealings involving ordinary shares. On the disclosure date, Vanguard purchased 18,718 shares at 5.46 GBP each and another 1,404 shares at 5.48 GBP. Additionally, they sold 3,780 shares at 5.46 GBP. No derivative positions or agreements were reported.

The declaration also confirms there are no indemnity or option arrangements linked to these securities. No supplemental forms were attached to the disclosure.