M&G PLC has disclosed a public opening position in Anglo American PLC, representing 1.32% of the relevant securities. The disclosure, made under Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code, includes the ownership and control of interests and short positions. M&G PLC has stated that it does not have discretion regarding voting rights in respect of 461,076 shares that are included in the total disclosed. The disclosure also mentions that M&G PLC has made disclosures in respect of another party to the offer, BHP Group Ltd.

The disclosure further details the dealings made by M&G PLC, including the sale of 3,096 securities at a price of £27.3550 per unit. It also provides information on the absence of indemnity and other dealing arrangements, as well as agreements, arrangements, or understandings relating to options or derivatives.

The disclosure was made on 30 April 2024, and the contact person for the disclosure is Hannah Azlin, with a provided telephone number for further inquiries. It is noted that public disclosures under Rule 8 of the Code must be made to a Regulatory Information Service, and the Panel's Market Surveillance Unit is available for consultation in relation to the Code's disclosure requirements.