Vanguard Discloses Stake in Beazley plc

The Vanguard Group, Inc. has filed a Form 8.3 disclosing a significant interest in Beazley plc, holding 30,214,121 ordinary shares, which represent 5.04% of the company's relevant securities. This information, according to Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code, details interests exceeding 1% in relevant securities.

Vanguard recently acquired 12,699 shares at £12.36 each and an additional 14,513 shares at £12.48. A minor sale of 249 shares was also disclosed at a price of £12.44 per share. These transactions contribute to their substantial interest in Beazley plc as noted in this disclosure dated February 25, 2026.

No additional open positions or rights to subscribe to new securities have been declared. There are also no disclosed indemnity arrangements or agreements related to derivatives beyond what is outlined.