BNP Paribas SA has disclosed its position in Ascential plc, stating ownership and control of 1.54% of the relevant securities, along with cash-settled derivatives and stock-settled derivatives. The disclosure includes details of purchases and sales of the relevant securities, as well as cash-settled derivative transactions. The disclosure also mentions reducing long and short positions through derivative transactions. Additionally, the disclosure provides information on stock-settled derivative transactions, including writing, purchasing, selling, and exercising options. The document concludes with details of any indemnity or option arrangements and any agreements or understandings related to voting rights or future acquisition or disposal of relevant securities.