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 and control of 28,558,057 relevant securities of DS Smith PLC. The disclosure also mentions that M&G does not have discretion regarding voting rights in respect of 92,319 shares included in the total. The disclosure further details recent dealings, including purchases and sales of DS Smith PLC's securities. It also states 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 disclosure was made on 11 June 2024, and the contact person for further information is Hannah Azlin, reachable at 020 8162 0906.