The Vanguard Group Discloses Position in Hargreaves Lansdown

The Vanguard Group, Inc. has disclosed an interest in the securities of Hargreaves Lansdown plc, as required under Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code. As of February 7, 2025, Vanguard holds 18,945,161 ordinary shares, representing 3.99% of Hargreaves Lansdown’s securities. This disclosure comes amid ongoing dealings, notably the recent purchase of an additional 1,872 shares at 11.01 GBP each.

No indemnity or other dealing arrangements related to these securities have been identified. Moreover, the disclosure indicates no agreements or understandings regarding options or derivatives. These positions and related transactions are part of Vanguard's compliance with regulatory requirements under the Code, ensuring transparency for all parties involved in the market.

For further inquiries, the contact at Vanguard is Shawn Acker, available at the provided telephone number. This disclosure has been made publicly available on February 10, 2025.