Vanguard Group Discloses Position on Aviva plc

The Vanguard Group, Inc. has submitted a Form 8.3 with respect to its holdings in Aviva plc. As of February 17, 2025, Vanguard holds 135,086,758 ordinary shares in Aviva, amounting to a 5.04% stake. This disclosure is under Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code, requiring openness on positions of 1% or more in relevant securities.

In addition to Aviva, Vanguard is also disclosing interests in Direct Line Insurance Group plc. Recent transactions include the purchase of 3,876 shares and the sale of 59,185 shares, each at a price of 5.11 GBP per share. No open positions or agreements regarding stock-settled derivatives were noted, and Vanguard reports no indemnity or informal arrangements relating to its securities.

There are no current agreements or understandings concerning voting rights or future securities dealings. The disclosure date is February 18, 2025.