American Century discloses 1.4% stake in Vesuvius PLC
American Century Investment Management reported holding 3,475,419 Vesuvius shares as of 16 October 2026, under UK Takeover Code disclosure rules.
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what happened
American Century Investment Management, Inc published a Form 8.3 disclosure via the London Stock Exchange's RNS service. According to the filing, as of 16 October 2026 the firm held 3,475,419 ordinary 10p shares of Vesuvius PLC, equal to 1.40% of the class. It reported no short positions.
On the same date the firm bought 5,492 shares at 4.6442 per unit. The disclosure also covers RHI Magnesita N.V., which the filer named as a second party. No indemnity or other dealing arrangements were reported.
why it matters
Form 8.3 filings are required from holders of at least 1% of a company involved in a takeover situation, and they show how large holders are moving. The filing itself is routine, but the reference to RHI Magnesita suggests activity around a possible deal in the refractory materials sector. Investors in Vesuvius may want to watch for further corporate developments.
market impact
Vesuvius PLC and RHI Magnesita: a major holder disclosed its stake, possible deal-related activity
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- REG - American Century Inv Vesuvius plc - Form 8.3 — Vesuvius PLC, 19 October 2026 at 13:54 UTC
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