Public Disclosure for Dowlais Group Plc
FORM 8.5 (EPT/RI)
PUBLIC DEALING DISCLOSURE BY AN EXEMPT PRINCIPAL TRADER WITH RECOGNISED INTERMEDIARY STATUS DEALING IN A CLIENT-SERVING CAPACITY
Rule 8.5 of the Takeover Code (the "Code")
1. KEY INFORMATION
(a) Name of exempt principal trader: Investec Bank plc
(b) Name of offeror/offeree in relation to whose relevant securities this form relates:
Use a separate form for each offeror/offeree
Dowlais Group Plc
(c) Name of the party to the offer with which the exempt principal trader is connected:
Investec is Broker to Dowlais Group Plc
(d) Date of dealing undertaken:
26th August 2025
(e) In addition to the company in 1(b), is the exempt principal trader making disclosures in respect of any other party to this offer?
If it is a cash offer or possible cash offer, state “N/A”
N/A
2. DEALINGS BY THE EXEMPT PRINCIPAL TRADER
Where there have been dealings in more than one class of relevant securities of the offeror or offeree named in 1(b), additional tables will be provided for each additional class of relevant security dealt with.
Currency is stated in all prices and other monetary amounts.
(a) Purchases and sales
Class of relevant security: Ordinary shares
Purchases/Sales:
Purchases
Total number of securities: 257,719
Highest price per unit paid: 77.7
Lowest price per unit paid: 77.5
Sales:
Ordinary shares
Total number of securities: 257,719
Highest price per unit received: 77.7
Lowest price per unit received: 77.5
(b) Cash-settled derivative transactions
Class of relevant security: N/A
Product description: N/A
Nature of dealing: N/A
Number of reference securities: N/A
Price per unit: N/A
(c) Stock-settled derivative transactions (including options)
(i) Writing, selling, purchasing or varying
Class of relevant security: N/A
Product description: N/A
Writing, purchasing, selling, varying: N/A
Number of securities to which option relates: N/A
Exercise price per unit: N/A
Type: N/A
Expiry date: N/A
Option money per unit: N/A
(ii) Exercise
Class of relevant security: N/A
Product description: N/A
Exercising/exercised against: N/A
Number of securities: N/A
Exercise price per unit: N/A
(d) Other dealings (including subscribing for new securities)
Class of relevant security: N/A
Nature of dealing: N/A
Details: N/A
Price per unit (if applicable): N/A
3. OTHER INFORMATION
(a) Indemnity and other dealing arrangements
Details of any indemnity or option arrangement, or any agreement or understanding,:
If there are no such agreements, arrangements or understandings, state “none”
None
(b) Agreements, arrangements or understandings relating to options or derivatives
Details of any agreement, arrangement or understanding:
If there are no such agreements, arrangements or understandings, state “none”
None
Date of disclosure: 27th August 2025
Contact name:
Priyali Bhattacharjee
Telephone number:
+91-9768034903
Public disclosures under Rule 8 of the Code must be made to a Regulatory Information Service.
The Panel’s Market Surveillance Unit is available for consultation in relation to the Code’s dealing disclosure requirements.
The Code can be viewed on the Panel’s website at www.thetakeoverpanel.org.uk.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the Form 8.5?
The Form 8.5 is a regulatory document that provides transparency regarding dealings in relevant securities by exempt principal traders, ensuring compliance with the Takeover Code.
Who is Investec Bank plc in relation to Dowlais Group Plc?
Investec Bank plc serves as a broker for Dowlais Group Plc, facilitating trading and client transactions in a regulated environment.
What type of securities are involved in the dealings mentioned?
The public disclosure focuses on ordinary shares associated with Dowlais Group Plc.
What details are included about the dealings?
The form includes information regarding purchases and sales, security classes, unit pricing, and any relevant cash-settled or stock-settled derivative transactions.
How can investors access the Takeover Code?
Investors can view the Takeover Code through the official website of the Panel at www.thetakeoverpanel.org.uk, which outlines the rules governing public disclosures.
