Morgan Stanley Europe SE has released a Form 8.5 (EPT/NON-RI) public opening position disclosure/dealing disclosure related to Anglo American plc. The disclosure, in accordance with Rule 8.5 of the Takeover Code, provides key information about the exempt principal trader, including the date of the position held/dealing undertaken, which was 30 April 2024.

The disclosure outlines the positions of the exempt principal trader, including interests and short positions in the relevant securities of Anglo American plc. It details the number and percentages of relevant securities owned and/or controlled, as well as cash-settled derivatives and stock-settled derivatives, including options and agreements to purchase/sell.

Additionally, the disclosure includes details of any dealings by the exempt principal trader, such as purchases and sales of the relevant securities, along with the total number of securities, highest price per unit paid/received, and lowest price per unit paid/received. It also covers cash-settled derivative transactions and stock-settled derivative transactions, including options.

The disclosure further provides information about indemnity and other dealing arrangements, stating that there are no such agreements, arrangements, or understandings. It also confirms that there are no agreements, arrangements, or understandings relating to options or derivatives.

The Form 8.5 (EPT/NON-RI) concludes with the confirmation of a Supplemental Form 8 (Open Positions) being attached to the disclosure, dated 01 May 2024.

This disclosure provides a comprehensive overview of Morgan Stanley Europe SE's position and dealings related to Anglo American plc, in compliance with the Takeover Code.