Vanguard's Position in Direct Line and Aviva: Recent Disclosure

The Vanguard Group, Inc. has revealed its open position concerning Direct Line Insurance Group plc. The disclosure, compliant with the Takeover Code's Rule 8.3, was made on February 14, 2025. Vanguard holds 71,153,432 ordinary shares, equating to 5.43% of Direct Line's relevant securities.

In addition to Direct Line, Vanguard has also made disclosures related to Aviva plc. This indicates the group's financial interests and strategic maneuvers involve multiple parties within this sector. On February 17, 2025, the official disclosure was filed, detailing a purchase of 20,495 ordinary shares at a price of 2.67 GBP per unit.

Vanguard's disclosure highlights no current agreements, arrangements, or understandings regarding indemnity, options, or derivatives related to the securities in question. This transparency offers insight into Vanguard's strategic interests in these companies.