The Vanguard Group Discloses Stake in Aviva plc

The Vanguard Group, Inc. has disclosed its position in Aviva plc, indicating an interest representing more than 1% in relevant securities. The disclosure, filed under Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code, highlights Vanguard's ownership of 5.20% of the ordinary shares, amounting to 139,152,528 securities as of May 19, 2025.

Vanguard's financial activities include a recent purchase of 8,590 ordinary shares of Aviva at a unit price of 5.95 GBP. This acquisition further solidifies its position within the company. Aviva, a significant player in the insurance sector, also shares financial connections with Direct Line Insurance Group plc, as mentioned in Vanguard's disclosure.

No agreements or arrangements exist involving options, derivatives, or voting rights concerning these securities. The submission does not feature any Supplemental Form 8, suggesting the absence of open positions requiring additional disclosures.