The Vanguard Group Discloses Significant Interest in JTC plc

The Vanguard Group, Inc. has submitted a Form 8.3 regarding its interests in the securities of JTC plc. As of April 30, 2026, Vanguard holds 8,734,332 ordinary shares of JTC, representing 5.07% of the company's share capital. This disclosure is aligned with Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code, which mandates public opening position disclosures for interests surpassing the 1% threshold.

Additionally, the form highlights a transaction involving the sale of 412 1p ordinary shares at a price of 13.12 GBP per unit. No cash-settled derivative transactions or agreements relating to options or other derivatives have been reported. There are no indemnity or other dealing arrangements regarding JTC’s securities mentioned. The communication is a customary practice reflecting Vanguard’s transparency in its investment strategies associated with JTC plc.