Insightful Update on Man Group PLC's Disclosure Position

Man Group PLC's Public Opening Position Disclosure
FORM 8.3
PUBLIC OPENING POSITION DISCLOSURE BY A PERSON WITH INTERESTS IN RELEVANT SECURITIES REPRESENTING 1% OR MORE UNDER RULE 8.3 OF THE TAKEOVER CODE
Key Information
1. Key Details
(a) Full name of discloser: Man Group PLC
(b) Owner or controller of interests and short positions disclosed, if different from 1(a): No such declarations at this time.
(c) Name of offeror/offeree in relation to whose relevant securities this form relates: LondonMetric Property plc
(d) If an exempt fund manager connected with an offeror/offeree, state this and specify the identity of the offeror/offeree: N/A
(e) Date position held/dealing undertaken: 22/05/2025
(f) Is the discloser making disclosures in respect of any other party to the offer? YES Offeree: Urban Logistics REIT plc
Positions of Man Group PLC
2. Disclosure of Positions
If there are positions or rights to subscribe to disclose in more than one class of relevant securities of the offeror or offeree named in 1(c), additional details will be provided as necessary.
(a) Interests and short positions in the relevant securities of the offeror or offeree following the dealing:
Class of relevant security: 10p ordinary shares
Relevant securities owned and/or controlled: 15,761,017.00 (0.76%)
Number of cash-settled derivatives: 2,104,362.00 (0.10%)
Short positions held: 3,418,621.00 (0.16%)
Total ownership percentage: 0.86%
Disclosure of Derivatives and Additional Dealing Activities
(b) Rights to subscribe for new securities:
Details of rights are currently not disclosed.
3. Dealings by Man Group PLC
Here, we provide a breakdown of any recent transactions or dealings regarding relevant securities:
Purchases and Sales
Relevant security class: 10p ordinary, with transactions handled via Equity Swaps.
Throughout the reporting period, Man Group PLC has engaged in numerous transactions, reducing their long positions across various deals, reflecting prudent money management strategies.
This includes substantial reducing of long positions, completing hundreds of operations with considerable numbers of securities.
Stock-Settled Derivative Transactions
(a) Writing, selling, purchasing, or varying options has not been detailed in the report.
(b) Exercise of options is outlined, noting the types of relevant security linked, typically being 10p ordinary shares.
Other Information
(a) Indemnity and Other Dealing Arrangements: No agreements have been stipulated.
(b) Agreements regarding options or derivatives have not been indicated.
(c) Attachments: A Supplemental Form 8 (Open Positions) is not attached.
Contact Name: Mackenzie Terry
Telephone Number: +442071441555
This disclosure serves to provide a structured overview of Man Group PLC's dealings under the Takeover Code and reflects transparency and engagement with market regulations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of this disclosure?
This disclosure informs stakeholders about Man Group PLC's ownership and positions in LondonMetric Property plc, reflecting compliance with necessary regulations.
Who is responsible for the report?
The report is attributed to Man Group PLC, detailing their transactions and positions.
What type of securities are being outlined?
The focus is on 10p ordinary shares and other derivative transactions.
How can I gain more information on Man Group PLC?
Stakeholders can reach out via the provided contact number for inquiries or more details about the report.
What actions can investors take following this disclosure?
Investors can analyze the report to make informed decisions regarding their investments in light of the positions disclosed.
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