Morgan Stanley Europe SE has released a Form 8.5 (EPT/NON-RI) public opening position disclosure/dealing disclosure related to Ascential plc. The disclosure, dated 05 August 2024, includes key information such as the exempt principal trader's name, the offeror/offeree's name, and the party to the offer with which the exempt principal trader is connected. The disclosure also outlines the exempt principal trader's positions and dealings, including purchases and sales of 1.7p ordinary shares.

The disclosure indicates that Morgan Stanley Europe SE holds no interests or short positions in the relevant securities of Ascential plc following the dealing. It also details the purchases and sales of 40 securities at a price of 5.6700 GBP per unit. The disclosure further states that there are no cash-settled derivative transactions, stock-settled derivative transactions, or other dealings, such as subscribing for new securities.

Additionally, the disclosure confirms that there are no indemnity and other dealing arrangements, agreements, arrangements, or understandings relating to options or derivatives. It also notes that no supplemental Form 8 (Open Positions) is attached to the disclosure.

The disclosure concludes with contact information for Craig Horsley and emphasizes that public disclosures under Rule 8 of the Code must be made to a Regulatory Information Service. It also provides contact details for the Panel's Market Surveillance Unit for consultation regarding the Code's disclosure requirements.

This disclosure provides a comprehensive overview of Morgan Stanley Europe SE's positions and dealings related to Ascential plc, offering transparency and insight into the exempt principal trader's activities.