Anglo American plc, on behalf of Epoch Two Investment Holdings (RF) Proprietary Limited, has disclosed a 3.15% interest in the USD 0.54945 ordinary shares of Anglo American plc. The disclosure, made under Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code, includes details of relevant securities owned and controlled, as well as any dealings undertaken. The disclosure also mentions agreements between Epoch Two Investment Holdings (RF) Proprietary Limited and Tenon Investment Holdings Proprietary Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of Anglo American South Africa Proprietary Limited, regarding the purchase and transfer of Anglo American plc shares.
The disclosure provides a breakdown of interests and short positions in the relevant securities, with 42,166,686 shares owned and/or controlled by Epoch Two Investment Holdings (RF) Proprietary Limited. It also states that no cash-settled derivatives or stock-settled derivatives have been held. Additionally, it mentions that there are no open stock-settled derivative positions.
Furthermore, the disclosure outlines the nature of the agreements between Epoch Two Investment Holdings (RF) Proprietary Limited and Tenon Investment Holdings Proprietary Limited. It specifies that Epoch Two Investment Holdings (RF) Proprietary Limited purchased Anglo American plc shares on the market and granted Tenon the right to nominate a third party to take transfer of the shares purchased. It is noted that Epoch Two Investment Holdings (RF) Proprietary Limited retains legal title to the shares until Tenon exercises its right to nominate a transferee.
The disclosure also includes information on indemnity and other dealing arrangements, stating that Epoch Two Investment Holdings (RF) Proprietary Limited has entered into agreements with Tenon Investment Holdings Proprietary Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of Anglo American South Africa Proprietary Limited. It is emphasized that the trustees of Epoch Two Investment Holdings (RF) Proprietary Limited are independent of the Anglo American group.
In conclusion, the Form 8.3 disclosure by Anglo American plc provides a comprehensive overview of the interests, positions, and agreements related to relevant securities, offering transparency and insight into the company's dealings and relationships with other entities.