Morgan Stanley Europe SE has disclosed its position in Ascential plc, as of 13 August 2024. The disclosure, made under Rule 8.5 of the Takeover Code, indicates that Morgan Stanley Europe SE has no interests or 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 700 shares purchased at a price of 5.6879 GBP per unit and 700 shares sold at a price of 5.6912 GBP per unit.

The form further states that there are no cash-settled derivative transactions, stock-settled derivative transactions, or other dealings, including subscribing for new securities. Additionally, there are no indemnity and other dealing arrangements, agreements, arrangements, or understandings relating to options or derivatives. No supplemental form is attached to the disclosure.

The disclosure was made by Craig Horsley, whose contact number is +44 141 245-7736. Public disclosures under Rule 8 of the Code must be made to a Regulatory Information Service, and the Panel's Market Surveillance Unit is available for consultation in relation to the Code's disclosure requirements on +44 (0)20 7638 0129.