Form 8.3: Insights from Man Group PLC
FORM 8.3
PUBLIC OPENING POSITION DISCLOSURE/DEALING DISCLOSURE BY
A PERSON WITH INTERESTS IN RELEVANT SECURITIES REPRESENTING 1% OR MORE
Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code (the "Code")
1. KEY INFORMATION
(a) Full name of discloser: Man Group PLC
(b) Owner or controller of interests: N/A
(c) Name of offeror/offeree: American Axle & Manufacturing Holdings, Inc.
(e) Date position held: Latest practicable date prior to this disclosure.
(f) Is the discloser making disclosures in respect of any other party?
YES
Offeree: Dowlais Group plc
2. POSITIONS OF THE PERSON MAKING THE DISCLOSURE
This section provides a comprehensive breakdown of the interests and short positions held regarding the relevant securities.
(a) Interests and short positions:
Class of relevant security: USD 0.01 common
Interests: Owned and/or controlled: 842,225.00 securities, 0.72%
Short positions: Cash-settled derivatives: 1,080,830.00 securities, 0.92%
3. DEALINGS BY THE PERSON MAKING THE DISCLOSURE
(a) Purchases and sales:
The document reflects the purchase and sale details for various classes of relevant securities.
(b) Cash-settled derivative transactions: Increasing a short position via equity swaps with a significant number of securities exchanged.
(c) Stock-settled derivative transactions: This includes detailed notes on writing, selling, and purchasing regarding the relevant securities as well.
4. OTHER INFORMATION
(a) Indemnity and other dealing arrangements: No other agreements or arrangements exist.
(b) Agreements related to options or derivatives: None reported; clear disclosure ensures compliance and transparency.
(c) Attachments: No supplemental forms were attached.
Date of disclosure: The disclosure date is noted as finalized.
Contact Information: Mackenzie Terry, +442071441555
Public disclosures made under Rule 8 of the Code must adhere to Regulatory Information Service norms. For compliance inquiries, parties can contact the Panel’s Market Surveillance Unit as needed.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Form 8.3?
Form 8.3 is a public disclosure document required under the Takeover Code for persons with interests in relevant securities representing 1% or more.
Who is the discloser in this case?
The discloser is Man Group PLC.
What are the relevant securities mentioned?
The relevant securities pertain to American Axle & Manufacturing Holdings, Inc., specifically USD 0.01 common shares.
How are dealings reported?
Dealings include purchases, sales, and various derivatives activity involving relevant securities.
Who should be contacted for further inquiries?
Inquiries can be directed to Mackenzie Terry at the provided telephone number.
