The Vanguard Group Discloses Position in International Distribution Services

The Vanguard Group, Inc. has made a public disclosure in compliance with Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code regarding their interest in International Distribution Services plc. As of February 25, 2025, Vanguard holds 35,858,039 ordinary shares, representing a 3.74% stake in International Distribution Services.

This disclosure includes both ownership and short positions. Recent transactions by Vanguard reveal they purchased 43,507 shares at prices between 3.65 GBP and 3.66 GBP and sold 170,792 shares at similar price points. The company has no cash-settled derivatives or stock-settled derivatives agreements to report at this time.

The filing states that there are no other indemnity arrangements, agreements, or understandings related to the securities. The disclosure follows the requirements for parties holding 1% or more of relevant securities.