Investec Bank plc has filed a public dealing disclosure under Rule 8.5 of the UK Takeover Code relating to ordinary shares in Gooch & Housego plc.
The disclosure identifies Investec as an exempt principal trader acting in a client-serving capacity with recognised intermediary status under the Code.
Investec holds a dual role in this transaction, serving as both advisor and broker to Gooch & Housego plc during the relevant offer period.
The dealings were undertaken on 4th August 2026, with the formal disclosure submitted to a Regulatory Information Service on 5th August 2026.
On the purchase side, Investec Bank acquired 397,945 ordinary shares in Gooch & Housego, with prices ranging from a low of 1222p to a high of 1225p per unit.
On the sales side, the bank disposed of 396,287 ordinary shares, with prices ranging from 1222p at the lowest to 1227.5p at the highest per unit.
The volume of shares traded in both directions reflects active market-making activity by Investec in its capacity as a recognised intermediary for the company.
Investec confirmed there are no indemnity arrangements, option agreements, or understandings that may constitute an inducement to deal or refrain from dealing in the relevant securities.
The bank also confirmed no agreements or understandings exist relating to voting rights or future acquisition and disposal of securities tied to any derivative instrument.
The disclosure was filed by contact Abhishek Gawde, reachable via the telephone number listed in the regulatory submission, in compliance with the Panel on Takeovers and Mergers requirements.
Gooch & Housego plc is a specialist manufacturer of optical components and systems, and its shares have attracted regulatory scrutiny consistent with an active offer period under the Takeover Code.
The Panel’s Market Surveillance Unit oversees compliance with dealing disclosure requirements, and all Rule 8 disclosures must be made available through an approved Regulatory Information Service.
