M&G PLC, through M&G Investment Management Limited, has disclosed a 0.02% interest in International Paper Company. The disclosure, made in accordance with Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code, indicates that M&G owns 94,722 shares of common stock in the company. The disclosure also notes that M&G does not have discretion regarding voting rights in respect of 6,450 shares included in the total. The disclosure does not include any indemnity or option arrangements, agreements, arrangements, or understandings relating to options or derivatives. No supplemental form is attached to the disclosure. The disclosure was made on 27 March 2024.

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