Vanguard Group's Position on Aviva plc: A Disclosure Overview

The Vanguard Group, Inc. has released its Form 8.3, detailing its interests in Aviva plc, as per the Takeover Code's Rule 8.3. This disclosure outlines Vanguard's stakeholding status involving relevant securities representing 1% or more. As of May 2, 2025, Vanguard holds a significant number of Aviva's 32 17/19p ordinary shares, amounting to 138,171,303 shares, which translates to a 5.16% interest.

Furthermore, Vanguard has disclosed purchases of 98,045 ordinary shares at 5.68 GBP per unit. The document confirms there are no cash-settled derivatives or other positions affecting their stake in Aviva. No additional agreements or inducements for dealings exist, clarifying Vanguard's transparent approach in its interest disclosure and dealings with Aviva and the additional related party, Direct Line Insurance Group plc.