Barclays PLC has disclosed its position in Ascential plc, as of 21st August 2024, in accordance with Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code. Barclays PLC owns and/or controls 2.12% of the 1.7p ordinary shares of Ascential plc, amounting to 4,321,466 securities. Additionally, they hold cash-settled derivatives and have made several purchases and sales of the 1.7p ordinary shares, with varying quantities and prices per unit.

The disclosed dealings include purchases ranging from 909 to 73,109 securities at prices between 5.7194 and 5.7424 GBP per unit, as well as sales ranging from 182 to 97,591 securities at prices between 5.7175 and 5.7400 GBP per unit. Furthermore, Barclays PLC has engaged in cash-settled derivative transactions, including decreasing and increasing short positions, with varying quantities and prices per unit.

The disclosure provides a comprehensive overview of Barclays PLC's interests and short positions in Ascential plc, shedding light on their recent dealings and the extent of their ownership and control of relevant securities.