Janus Henderson Group plc has disclosed a 1.42% stake in Benchmark Holdings Plc. The disclosure was made in accordance with Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code. The disclosure includes details of the interests and short positions in the relevant securities of Benchmark Holdings Plc. Janus Henderson Group plc owns and/or controls 10,473,031 shares, representing 1.42% of the total shares. It is important to note that Janus Henderson Group Plc does not have discretion regarding voting decisions in respect of 1,420,957 shares that are included in the total above.

The disclosure also includes information about any open stock-settled derivative positions, rights to subscribe for new securities, and any dealings by the person making the disclosure. In this case, Janus Henderson Group plc has made purchases of 186,648 shares at a price of GBP 3.9150 per unit.

The disclosure further states that there are no indemnity or other dealing arrangements, agreements, arrangements, or understandings relating to options or derivatives. Additionally, no Supplemental Form 8 (Open Positions) is attached to the disclosure.

The disclosure was made on 24 January 2024, and any public disclosures under Rule 8 of the Code must be made to a Regulatory Information Service. The Panel's Market Surveillance Unit is available for consultation in relation to the Code's disclosure requirements on +44 (0)20 7638 0129.

This disclosure provides transparency about Janus Henderson Group plc's stake in Benchmark Holdings Plc and ensures compliance with the regulatory requirements of the Takeover Code.