Morgan Stanley Increases Stake in Britvic Plc

Morgan Stanley has increased its holdings in Britvic Plc, a UK issuer. This shift was triggered by an acquisition or disposal of voting rights, therefore necessitating a notification. The notification indicates that Morgan Stanley now holds 6.544% of the voting rights in the company, up from a previous position of 6.096%.

The increase comprises 5.328% voting rights attached to shares, along with 1.216% through financial instruments. The financial instruments include equity swaps with expirations in January and May 2025. The equity swaps add 1.212% to Morgan Stanley's total voting rights.

The notification was filed on December 6, 2024, following the crossing of the new threshold on December 4, 2024. The chain of ownership within Morgan Stanley spans several entities, with significant holdings held by Morgan Stanley & Co. International Plc in London, UK.