The Vanguard Group, Inc. has disclosed a 1.20% stake in Hipgnosis Songs Fund Limited. The disclosure, made under Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code, reveals that The Vanguard Group, Inc. owns and/or controls 14,501,814 ordinary shares of Hipgnosis Songs Fund Limited. Additionally, the disclosure includes the purchase of 56,448 ordinary shares at a price of 1.01 GBP per unit.

The disclosure also indicates that there are no indemnity or other dealing arrangements, agreements, arrangements, or understandings relating to options or derivatives. Furthermore, no supplemental form 8 (open positions) is attached to the disclosure.

The disclosure was made on 17 May 2024 and was transmitted by EQS Group. The Vanguard Group, Inc. has provided contact information for further consultation regarding the disclosure requirements of the Code.

This disclosure provides valuable insight into The Vanguard Group, Inc.'s significant stake in Hipgnosis Songs Fund Limited, offering transparency to the market and stakeholders.