Morgan Stanley & Co. International plc, an exempt principal trader, has disclosed its dealings in Ascential plc's securities. On 12th August 2024, the trader made sales and purchases of Ascential plc's 1.7p ordinary shares. The highest price per unit paid for sales was 5.6901 GBP, while the lowest was 5.6654 GBP. For purchases, the highest price per unit paid was 5.6906 GBP, and the lowest was 5.6653 GBP. Additionally, the trader engaged in various cash-settled derivative transactions, including increasing and reducing long and short positions. The details of these transactions were also provided in the disclosure.

The disclosure also confirmed that there were no indemnity or other dealing arrangements, and no agreements, arrangements, or understandings relating to options or derivatives. The information provided in the disclosure is in accordance with Rule 8.5 of the Takeover Code.

This disclosure provides insight into the recent trading activities of Morgan Stanley & Co. International plc in relation to Ascential plc's securities, offering transparency in the market dealings involving the company's shares.