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Investec Bank Discloses Share Dealings In SThree Plc (STEM.L) Under Takeover Code

Investec Bank Plc has filed a public dealing disclosure relating to SThree Plc (STEM.L), in accordance with Rule 8.5 of the UK Takeover Code.

The disclosure, submitted on 25th September 2026, covers dealings undertaken by Investec in its capacity as an exempt principal trader with recognised intermediary status.

Investec Bank Plc acted in a client-serving capacity during the transactions, with the firm serving as Joint Broker to SThree Plc at the time of the dealings.

The transactions were carried out on 24th September 2026, covering ordinary shares in the STEM-focused professional staffing company SThree Plc.

During the dealing period, Investec purchased a total of 34,022 ordinary shares, with prices ranging from a low of 308 pence to a high of 309 pence per unit.

On the sell side, the bank sold 17,205 ordinary shares, with prices achieved ranging between 309 and 311 pence per unit.

No cash-settled derivative transactions, stock-settled derivatives, or options were reported as part of this disclosure filing.

Investec confirmed there were no indemnity arrangements, options, or any formal or informal agreements that may have served as an inducement to deal or refrain from dealing.

The bank also stated there were no agreements or understandings relating to voting rights, future acquisitions, or disposals linked to any derivative referenced to SThree securities.

The disclosure was made to a Regulatory Information Service as required under Rule 8 of the Takeover Code, with contact for the filing listed as Abhishek Gawde.

SThree Plc operates as a specialist staffing group focused on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics sectors, making it a closely watched name in the UK recruitment and professional services space.

Public disclosures of this nature are a routine regulatory requirement designed to ensure transparency around dealings in companies subject to takeover activity under the jurisdiction of the UK Takeover Panel.

Raul Martinez

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