BlackRock, Inc. has disclosed a 5.09% interest in Ascential plc, representing 10,381,194 ordinary shares. Additionally, they hold a 0.47% short position through cash-settled derivatives, totaling 968,874 shares. The disclosure was made on 6th August 2024. The disclosure does not include any indemnity or option arrangements, agreements, or understandings related to options or derivatives. No supplemental form is attached to the disclosure.

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