Franklin Resources, Inc. has disclosed a 4.16% interest in Barratt Developments plc, representing 40,588,013 ordinary shares. The disclosure, made under Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code, also includes dealings in the company's securities. Franklin Resources, Inc. has sold 45,537 ordinary shares at a price of 4.70 GBP per unit and conducted transactions involving American Depositary Receipts (ADR) at 11.90 USD per unit. Additionally, there was a purchase of 155 ADR at the same price. The disclosure also includes the transfer of 502 ordinary shares out of discretionary holdings.

The disclosure does not include any indemnity or other dealing arrangements, and there are no agreements, arrangements, or understandings relating to options or derivatives. No supplemental form is attached to the disclosure. The contact person for the disclosure is Cathy Johnson, reachable at 954-527-7580 or via email at [email protected]. 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 regarding the Code's disclosure requirements.

This disclosure provides insight into the significant interest held by Franklin Resources, Inc. in Barratt Developments plc and the recent dealings involving the company's securities. It offers transparency and regulatory compliance in line with the requirements of the Takeover Code.