The Vanguard Group Reports Stake in NCC Group plc

The Vanguard Group, Inc. has disclosed a significant stake in NCC Group plc, as mandated by Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code. According to the disclosure, Vanguard holds interests in NCC Group’s securities comprising 14,617,314 shares, representing 5.14% of the total. This substantial position does not involve any cash-settled or stock-settled derivatives.

The disclosure highlights a recent sale, detailing the transaction of 2,232 ordinary shares at a price of 1.40 GBP per unit. No other derivative transactions, indemnities, or agreements have been reported.

Vanguard's disclosure further confirms that there are no other agreements, arrangements, or understandings related to options or derivatives involving other parties. This statement was released on 28 May 2026, with the disclosure having been made the day before, on 27 May 2026.