Schroders PLC has disclosed its position in Anglo American PLC's relevant securities, representing 1.425% of the total. The disclosure, made under Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code, includes details of interests, short positions, and dealings. Schroders PLC owns 18,978,609 relevant securities and has cash-settled derivatives of 85,031 and stock-settled derivatives of 7,000. The disclosure also mentions dealings, including the sale of 28,026 securities at 26.26 GBP per unit.
The disclosure further states that Schroders PLC does not have discretion regarding dealing and/or offer acceptance/voting decisions in respect of 2,027,561 shares that are included in the total above. Additionally, it notes that the total position in cash-settled derivatives has reduced due to expired cash-settled options of 39,099 units.
The disclosure does not include any indemnity or other dealing arrangements, agreements, arrangements, or understandings relating to options or derivatives. It also confirms the attachment of a Supplemental Form 8 (Open Positions) and provides contact information for further inquiries.
This disclosure by Schroders PLC provides transparency regarding its position in Anglo American PLC's relevant securities, in compliance with the regulatory requirements of the Takeover Code.