The Vanguard Group Discloses Position in Schroders plc

The Vanguard Group, Inc. has released a public disclosure form regarding its position in Schroders plc, as per Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code. On August 25, 2026, Vanguard held 43,800,281 ordinary shares in Schroders, representing a 2.72% stake. This positions them as a notable stakeholder, having also acquired additional shares on August 26, 2026.

The purchases included 2,095 shares at 5.83 GBP each and 3,248 shares at 5.84 GBP each. No dealings in cash-settled or stock-settled derivatives were reported, and no new securities subscription rights were disclosed. Additionally, Vanguard confirmed the absence of any formal or informal agreements related to options or derivatives concerning Schroders securities.

The disclosure form will not include a Supplemental Form 8, as there are no open positions requiring further detail. This transparency helps maintain compliance and market integrity.