The Vanguard Group's Position in Aviva plc: Disclosure Details

The Vanguard Group, Inc. has disclosed its interest in Aviva plc under Form 8.3 of the Takeover Code, dated February 19, 2025. The form reveals Vanguard's interest and short positions in securities representing over 1% of Aviva shares. As of February 18, 2025, Vanguard controls 135,129,530 shares, accounting for 5.05% of Aviva's ordinary shares, with no cash or stock-settled derivatives reported.

Additionally, The Vanguard Group has conducted transactions purchasing 42,772 shares at 5.06 GBP per share, impacting its overall position. The disclosure also confirms no involvement in indemnity or options arrangements, agreements on voting rights, or other derivatives concerns. This forms part of their thorough position disclosures in the context of Aviva plc and Direct Line Insurance Group plc.