BlackRock, Inc. has disclosed a 5.09% ownership of Ascential plc, representing 10,403,288 ordinary shares. Additionally, they hold a 0.33% short position through cash-settled derivatives, totaling 692,793 securities. The disclosure also includes details of a reduction in short position through a cash-settled derivative transaction involving 10,140 securities at a price of GBP 5.7100 per unit. Furthermore, a transfer out of 1,928 ordinary shares was reported. The disclosure does not include any indemnity or option arrangements, agreements, arrangements, or understandings relating to options or derivatives. The disclosure was made on 16 August 2024 by Jana Blumenstein, with contact details provided for further inquiries.