BNP Paribas SA has disclosed a position in Ascential plc, representing 1.97% of the company's relevant securities. The disclosure, made under Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code, includes details of the interests and short positions held by BNP Paribas SA. The disclosed information covers the relevant securities owned and controlled, as well as cash-settled derivatives and stock-settled derivatives. Additionally, the disclosure includes details of recent dealings in Ascential plc's securities, including purchases and sales, as well as cash-settled derivative transactions.

The disclosure indicates that BNP Paribas SA has made purchases and sales of Ascential plc's relevant securities, with specific details on the number of securities and the price per unit. Furthermore, the disclosure includes information on cash-settled derivative transactions, such as reducing long positions and reducing short positions. It also provides details of stock-settled derivative transactions, including writing, purchasing, selling, or varying options.

The disclosure does not include any indemnity or other dealing arrangements. It also does not mention any agreement, arrangement, or understanding between BNP Paribas SA and any other person relating to the voting rights of relevant securities under any option. The information provided in the disclosure is in compliance with the requirements of Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code, offering transparency regarding BNP Paribas SA's position in Ascential plc.