Vanguard Discloses Position in Schroders Plc

On August 4, 2026, The Vanguard Group, Inc. filed a disclosure under Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code regarding its interest in Schroders plc. Vanguard reports owning and controlling 43,637,857 ordinary 20p shares, which represents a 2.71% holding in the company. This disclosure ensures transparency during acquisition proceedings according to the UK's Takeover Code.

Contained within the disclosure, Vanguard detailed recent purchase transactions. Notably, 1,230 shares were purchased at 5.88 GBP per unit, while an additional 2,334 shares were acquired at a price of 5.89 GBP per unit. No other dealings involving derivatives or subscription rights were disclosed.

The document confirms no existing agreements or understandings with respect to options or derivatives and no indemnity arrangements. This serves as a formal statement of Vanguard's current position in relation to Schroders plc.