Public Dealing Disclosure by Exempt Principal Trader
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
1. Key Information
(a) Name of exempt principal trader: Investec Bank plc
(b) Name of offeror/offeree involved: FD Technologies plc
(c) Connection of exempt principal trader: Investec serves as the Advisor and Joint Broker for FD Technologies plc.
(d) Dealing date: Date details have been disclosed is 14th May 2025.
(e) Disclosures on other parties: N/A
2. Dealings by the Exempt Principal Trader
(a) Purchases and Sales
| Class of relevant security | Purchases/Sales | Total number of securities | Highest price per unit paid/received | Lowest price per unit paid/received |
| Ordinary | Sales | 206 | 2477.5 | 2465 |
3. Other Dealings
(b) Cash-settled derivative transactions
| Class of relevant security | Product description | Nature of dealing | Number of reference securities | Price per unit |
| N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
4. Other Information
(a) Indemnity and other dealing arrangements: None
(b) Agreements relating to options or derivatives: None
5. Additional Insights and Company Communication
FD Technologies plc continues to enhance its profile in the tech sector by offering innovative solutions and is openly communicating its trading activities aligned with the regulations. As a proactive company, they ensure that all details regarding dealings are made transparent to stakeholders.
The management team of FD Technologies plc works closely with Investec, ensuring that their investors are kept informed of all significant developments, which include trading announcements and strategic business moves. With a strong track record, they are positioning themselves to make noteworthy impacts in the technology landscape.
Investors interested in FD Technologies plc's dealings can monitor these updates carefully and should not hesitate to reach out to their contact for inquiries regarding the trading affairs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the Form 8.5?
The Form 8.5 serves as a public disclosure of trading activities by exempt principal traders involved in significant transactions for a company.
Who is responsible for the trading disclosures?
The exempt principal trader, in this case, Investec Bank plc, is responsible for making the necessary disclosures regarding their dealings.
What transactions are mentioned in this report?
The report includes details on ordinary sales transactions and outlines any relevant monetary specifics associated with them.
Who can I contact for more information?
For inquiries, please reach out to Priyali Bhattacharjee at the provided contact number.
Why are these disclosures important for investors?
Disclosures provide transparency and enable investors to make informed decisions regarding their investments in FD Technologies plc.
