The Vanguard Group Discloses Position in Intertek Group plc

The Vanguard Group, Inc. has disclosed its public opening position concerning Intertek Group plc, as per Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code. On June 25, 2026, Vanguard held interests in 8,653,308 ordinary shares, representing 5.62% of Intertek's capital. This transparency is crucial under the Code, which governs substantial holdings in public companies during takeover situations.

The disclosure indicates specific dealings in Intertek's securities. Vanguard purchased and sold several batches of 1p ordinary shares, with transactions priced between 57.84 GBP and 57.90 GBP per share. However, no other derivative positions or dealings were reported.

No indemnity, option arrangements, or other agreements influencing the trading of Intertek's securities were disclosed by Vanguard. This openness aligns with regulatory requirements, ensuring fair practices in market dealings involving significant shareholders like Vanguard.