Barclays PLC has disclosed its position in HIPGNOSIS SONGS FUND LTD, as of May 13, 2024. The disclosure indicates that Barclays PLC owns and/or controls 1.81% of the relevant securities, totaling 21,866,845 shares, and has a short position of 0.08%, representing 1,017,041 shares. Additionally, Barclays PLC has cash-settled derivatives amounting to 0.08% and stock-settled derivatives of 0.00%. The disclosure also includes details of recent dealings, including purchases and sales of ordinary shares, as well as cash-settled and stock-settled derivative transactions.

In terms of recent dealings, Barclays PLC has made purchases and sales of ordinary shares, with varying quantities and prices per unit. The disclosure also includes details of cash-settled derivative transactions, such as decreasing long positions and decreasing short positions, as well as stock-settled derivative transactions, including writing, purchasing, selling, and varying options. The disclosure further states that there are no indemnity and other dealings arrangements, agreements, arrangements, or understandings relating to options or derivatives.

This disclosure provides insight into Barclays PLC's position and recent dealings with HIPGNOSIS SONGS FUND LTD, offering transparency regarding their ownership, short positions, and derivative transactions as of May 13, 2024. The information presented in the disclosure aligns with the regulatory requirements for public opening position disclosure and dealing disclosure by a person with interests in relevant securities representing 1% or more, as per Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code.