Key Information About Man Group PLC
FORM 8.3
PUBLIC OPENING POSITION DISCLOSURE BY
A PERSON WITH INTERESTS IN RELEVANT SECURITIES REPRESENTING 1% OR MORE
Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code
1. KEY INFORMATION
(a) Full name of discloser: Man Group PLC
(b) Owner or controller of interests:
None
(c) Name of offeror/offeree: Dowlais Group plc
(d) If an exempt fund manager, please specify: Not applicable
(e) Date position held: Latest date prior to disclosure
(f) Disclosing interests in respect to other parties: Yes, Offeror: American Axle & Manufacturing Holdings, Inc.
Positions of Man Group PLC
2. POSITIONS OF THE PERSON MAKING THE DISCLOSURE
(a) Interests in relevant securities of the offeror:
| Class of relevant security: 1p ordinary |
Interests: 21,752,878 (1.65%)
Short positions: None
TOTAL: 21,752,878 (1.65%)
Dealings by Man Group PLC
3. DEALINGS (IF ANY) BY THE PERSON MAKING THE DISCLOSURE
(a) Purchases and sales:
| Class of relevant security | Purchase/sale | Number of securities | Price per unit |
| 1p ordinary | Sale | 1,500 | 0.8500 GBP |
(b) Cash-settled derivative transactions:
| Class of relevant security | Product description | Nature of dealing | Number of securities | Price per unit |
| 1p ordinary | Equity Swap | Increasing a long position | 5,000 | 0.8550 GBP |
Recent Trading Activities
In the latest dealings, Man Group PLC has been actively increasing its long positions in 1p ordinary shares of Dowlais Group plc, showing a strategic commitment to the company.
Other Information
4. OTHER INFORMATION
(a) Indemnity and other dealing arrangements:
Details of arrangements: None
(b) Agreements regarding options or derivatives:
Details of agreements: None
(c) Attachments: A Supplemental Form 8 is not attached.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the disclosure made by Man Group PLC?
Man Group PLC is disclosing their strategic positions concerning Dowlais Group plc, in compliance with the regulations of the Takeover Code.
How does the Takeover Code apply to this disclosure?
The Takeover Code stipulates requirements for disclosures when any entity has interests in relevant securities representing a certain percentage.
What kind of interests does Man Group PLC have in Dowlais Group plc?
Man Group PLC currently has a significant investment in Dowlais Group plc, with over 21 million 1p ordinary shares.
Who is the contact person for this disclosure?
The contact person is Molly Childs, who can be reached at the provided telephone number.
What is the significance of the active dealings by Man Group PLC?
The active dealings indicate a strong belief in the potential growth and success of Dowlais Group plc, reflecting the strategic direction of Man Group PLC.