Key Information About Trading Disclosures
FORM 8.5 (EPT/RI)
Public Dealing Disclosure by an Exempt Principal Trader
Rule 8.5 of the Takeover Code
1. Key Information
(a) Name of exempt principal trader: Investec Bank plc
(b) Name of offeror/offeree: FD Technologies plc
(c) Name of the party connected with the exempt principal trader: Investec is Advisor and Joint Broker to FD Technologies plc
(d) Date dealt: 06 June 2025
(e) Is the exempt principal trader making disclosures in respect of any other party? N/A
Details of Dealings by the Exempt Principal Trader
When there are dealings in more than one class of relevant securities concerning the offeror or offeree, separate disclosures need to be made for each class.
(a) Purchases and Sales
Class of Relevant Security: Ordinary
Transaction Type: Sales
Total Number of Securities: 7,842
Highest Price Per Unit: 2435
Lowest Price Per Unit: 2430
(b) Cash-settled Derivative Transactions
Name 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
Writing, Selling, Purchasing or Varying: N/A
Exercise: N/A
Other Dealings: N/A
Other Information on Trading Arrangements
(a) Indemnity and Other Dealing Arrangements
Details: None
(b) Agreements Related to Options or Derivatives
Details: None
Disclosure and Contact Information
Date of Disclosure: 09 June 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 regarding the Code’s dealing disclosure requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Form 8.5?
Form 8.5 is a public disclosure document used by exempt principal traders to report their dealings in securities.
Why are disclosures important?
Disclosures promote transparency in trading and help maintain trust in financial markets by informing stakeholders of significant transactions.
Who is Investec Bank plc?
Investec Bank plc is a financial services provider that offers various investment and trading services, including advisory roles.
What role does FD Technologies plc play?
FD Technologies plc operates in the technology sector, providing solutions and services that support digital transformation for businesses.
How can I contact the Panel’s Market Surveillance Unit?
You can contact the Panel’s Market Surveillance Unit for guidance on dealing disclosure requirements at +44 (0)20 7638 0129.