Vanguard Discloses Position in Hargreaves Lansdown

The Vanguard Group, Inc. revealed its significant interests in Hargreaves Lansdown plc on January 29, 2025. This disclosure, made according to Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code, shows that Vanguard holds 18,911,520 ordinary shares, equivalent to 3.99% of Hargreaves Lansdown's 0.4p ordinary shares. This public opening position disclosure highlights Vanguard's substantial investment in the company.

The disclosure also includes a recent purchase of 699 shares at a price of 11.01 GBP per share on January 28, 2025. No other cash-settled derivatives, stock-settled derivatives, or agreements are associated with these securities. There are no indemnity or option arrangements linked to these shares, signifying a straightforward equity position.

For investors, this disclosure provides insight into Vanguard's current investment strategies and interest in Hargreaves Lansdown, adding transparency to the market.