Janus Henderson Group plc has disclosed its position in Ascential plc, stating that it owns 7,565,845 shares, representing 3.71% of the company's total shares. Additionally, the company holds 2,001,177 cash-settled derivatives, amounting to 0.98% of the total shares. The disclosure also mentions that Janus Henderson Group Plc does not have discretion regarding voting decisions in respect of 828,087 shares that are included in the total above.

The disclosure further reveals that Janus Henderson Group plc has made purchases of 77,466 1.7p ordinary shares of Ascential plc at a price of GBP 5.73500 per unit. The disclosure does not include any indemnity or option arrangements, agreements, or understandings relating to options or derivatives.

The disclosure provides a comprehensive overview of Janus Henderson Group plc's interests and short positions in Ascential plc, shedding light on its ownership and dealings with the company's securities. The information is crucial for investors and market analysts to understand the current state of ownership and trading activities related to Ascential plc's securities.