The Vanguard Group: Disclosure on International Distribution Services Investment

The Vanguard Group, Inc. disclosed its position concerning International Distribution Services plc as per Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code. This public position disclosure was recorded on January 13, 2025. Vanguard's interests in International Distribution Services amount to 36,445,569 ordinary shares, representing 3.80% of the total securities.

Relevant transactions on January 13 include the purchase of 44,694 ordinary shares at 3.64 GBP per unit and a sale of 64,306 shares at the same price. There are no disclosed cash-settled derivatives or stock-settled derivative transactions. Additionally, no agreements, arrangements, or understandings were reported regarding options or derivatives.

The Vanguard Group confirmed no indemnity or other dealing arrangements influencing this disclosure. No Supplemental Form 8 was attached to provide further information on open positions.