Barclays PLC has disclosed its position in HIPGNOSIS SONGS FUND LTD, as of May 10, 2024, in accordance with Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code. The disclosure reveals that Barclays PLC owns and/or controls 1.81% of the ordinary shares of HIPGNOSIS SONGS FUND LTD, amounting to 21,866,560 shares. Additionally, Barclays PLC holds cash-settled derivatives and stock-settled derivatives related to HIPGNOSIS SONGS FUND LTD.

The disclosure also includes details of recent dealings by Barclays PLC, such as purchases and sales of ordinary shares, as well as cash-settled and stock-settled derivative transactions. Notably, Barclays PLC has engaged in both opening long and closing short derivative transactions.

Furthermore, the disclosure states that there are no indemnity and other dealings arrangements, agreements, arrangements, or understandings relating to options or derivatives between Barclays PLC and any other party. No supplemental Form 8 (Open Positions) is attached to the disclosure.

This disclosure provides insight into Barclays PLC's interests and short positions in HIPGNOSIS SONGS FUND LTD, offering transparency regarding their holdings and recent dealings with the company's securities.