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Telecommunications Equipment
ShareholdingJul 16, 2026, 08:02 AM

Vega SAS Acquires 19.87% Stake in Vodafone Group

AI Summary

Vodafone Group Plc announced that Vega SAS has notified the company of a major holding, reaching 19.87% of the total voting rights. This stake, totaling 4,574,743,685 voting rights, was primarily acquired through various Equity Linked Arrangements. The Niel Family Group is identified as the ultimate controlling entity behind Vega SAS.

Key Highlights

  • Vega SAS notified Vodafone of a major holding, crossing a threshold on July 13, 2026.
  • Vega SAS holds 19.87% of Vodafone's total voting rights.
  • The total number of voting rights held is 4,574,743,685.
  • The holding is primarily through financial instruments (Equity Linked Arrangements).
  • The ultimate controlling entity is The Niel Family Group, via Maya SAS and Vega SAS.
  • Financial instruments have expiration dates including February 22, 2027 and July 6, 2027.
  • These financial instruments are capable of physical and/or cash settlement.