The Vanguard Group Discloses Position in Beazley plc

The Vanguard Group, Inc. has released its Form 8.3 disclosure regarding its interest in Beazley plc. As of January 27, 2026, Vanguard holds 30,090,930 shares, representing 5.02% of the 5p ordinary shares, thereby surpassing the 1% threshold required to make this disclosure under Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code.

Interestingly, the disclosure reveals Vanguard's purchase of 9,637 additional shares at a price of 11.34 GBP per unit. There are no cash-settled or stock-settled derivatives to report. Furthermore, no indemnity, option, or other dealing arrangements are in place that might encourage dealings with these securities.

Vanguard has not attached a Supplemental Form 8, which would have detailed any open derivative positions. This disclosure predominantly confirms The Vanguard Group's significant investment in Beazley plc, devoid of complex financial maneuvers or agreements.