The Vanguard Group Discloses Position in Bakkavor Group plc

The Vanguard Group, Inc. recently filed a Form 8.3 regarding its position in Bakkavor Group plc. The form, dated July 14, 2025, reveals that Vanguard holds a 1.66% interest in Bakkavor's 2p ordinary shares, totaling 9,617,027 securities. This disclosure is in accordance with Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code which mandates public opening position and dealing disclosures for entities possessing interests representing 1% or more in relevant securities. There are no exempt fund manager connections or additional parties involved in this disclosure.

On July 11, 2025, Vanguard acquired 17,229 shares at a unit price of 2.17 GBP. There are no disclosed rights to new securities, indemnities, or arrangements related to the securities. Additionally, no agreements regarding options or derivatives have been made. The form was submitted with Shawn Acker as the contact person for further inquiries. No Supplemental Form 8 was attached, indicating no open stock-settled derivative positions.