Vanguard Group's Stake Disclosure in Direct Line Insurance

The Vanguard Group, Inc. has disclosed its position regarding Direct Line Insurance Group plc, adhering to Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code. The disclosure reveals Vanguard's interest in relevant securities amounting to 5.42% of the ordinary shares in Direct Line.

The position, dated 12 February 2025, highlights both interests and short positions, noting the ownership of 71,132,937 ordinary shares. The recent transactions include the purchase of 5,760 shares at a price of 2.66 GBP each, and the sale of 360,974 shares at 2.65 GBP each.

The document also references connections to Aviva plc, indicating a broader disclosure context. No outstanding agreements or derivatives are attached, as confirmed in the supplemental section.