M&G PLC, through M&G Investment Management Limited, has disclosed a 2.07% interest in DS Smith PLC. The disclosure, made in accordance with Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code, includes the ownership of 28,568,672 relevant securities. The disclosure also notes that M&G does not have discretion regarding voting rights in respect of 83,508 shares included in the total. The disclosure further details recent dealings, including the purchase and sale of DS Smith PLC's securities. It also confirms that there are no indemnity or other dealing arrangements, agreements, arrangements, or understandings relating to options or derivatives. No supplemental form is attached to the disclosure. The contact person for the disclosure is Hannah Azlin, and the date of disclosure is 26 June 2024.