Morgan Stanley Europe SE has released a Form 8.5 (EPT/NON-RI) public opening position disclosure/dealing disclosure related to Ascential plc. The disclosure, dated 13 August 2024, provides key information about the exempt principal trader, including the absence of interests and short positions in the relevant securities of Ascential plc following the dealing. The form also details the purchases and sales of 1.7p ordinary shares, with 10,309 securities both purchased and sold at a price of 5.6900 GBP per unit.

The disclosure further indicates that there were no cash-settled derivative transactions, stock-settled derivative transactions, or other dealings, such as subscribing for new securities. Additionally, the form states that there are no indemnity and other dealing arrangements, agreements, arrangements, or understandings relating to options or derivatives. It confirms that no supplemental Form 8 (Open Positions) is attached and provides contact information for further inquiries.

This disclosure provides a comprehensive overview of Morgan Stanley Europe SE's dealings and positions related to Ascential plc, offering transparency and insight into the trading activities involving the company's securities.