Franklin Resources, Inc. has disclosed a 4.58% interest in Barratt Developments plc, representing 44,625,634 ordinary shares. The disclosure was made in accordance with Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code. The disclosure also includes information about the date of the position held and dealings undertaken. Additionally, it mentions that the office was closed on 19 June 2024 due to a U.S. Public Holiday.
The disclosure provides details of the interests and short positions in the relevant securities of Barratt Developments plc. It also mentions that the disclosure is related to another party, Redrow plc. The form includes information about purchases and sales, cash-settled derivative transactions, stock-settled derivative transactions, and other dealings, including subscribing for new securities.
The disclosure also states that there are no indemnity and other dealing arrangements, agreements, arrangements, or understandings relating to options or derivatives. It confirms that no Supplemental Form 8 (Open Positions) is attached and provides the contact information for further inquiries.
The disclosure was made on 21 June 2024, and it emphasizes that public disclosures under Rule 8 of the Code must be made to a Regulatory Information Service. It also provides contact information for the Panel's Market Surveillance Unit for consultation regarding the Code's disclosure requirements.