The recent announcement from Anglo American plc involves an amendment to a previous RNS announcement, specifically related to a Form 8.5 (EPT/RI) public dealing disclosure by an exempt principal trader with recognized intermediary status dealing in a client-serving capacity. The amendment replaces the previous RNS announcement and includes changes to sections 2a and 2b, while all other information remains unchanged.

The form provides key information, including the name of the exempt principal trader (UBS Investment Bank, London), the offeror/offeree (Anglo American plc), and the party to the offer with which the exempt principal trader is connected (BHP Group Limited). The dealings were undertaken on 15th May 2024, and the form also discloses that the exempt principal trader is making disclosures in respect of another party to this offer, BHP Group.

The form details the dealings by the exempt principal trader, including purchases and sales of relevant securities, as well as cash-settled derivative transactions. It provides a comprehensive breakdown of the number of securities, highest and lowest prices per unit paid/received, and the nature of dealing in cash-settled derivative transactions.

The disclosed information includes specific details such as the class of relevant security, product description, nature of dealing, number of reference securities, and price per unit. The currency of all prices and other monetary amounts is stated, providing a transparent overview of the transactions undertaken by the exempt principal trader.

This amendment to the Form 8.5 (EPT/RI) public dealing disclosure by UBS Investment Bank, London, provides detailed insights into the recent dealings involving Anglo American plc and offers a comprehensive breakdown of the transactions, ensuring transparency and compliance with regulatory requirements.