Barclays discloses stake in Dalata Hotel Group amid takeover rules

LONDON - Barclays PLC (LON:BARC) has announced its stake in Dalata Hotel Group PLC, revealing both interests and short positions in the company’s securities. According to a disclosure made on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, Barclays holds 1,605,134 ordinary shares, representing approximately 0.76% of Dalata’s issued share capital, and short positions of 759,340 shares, or 0.36%.

The disclosure, mandated under Rule 8.3 of the Irish Takeover Panel Act, 1997, Takeover Rules, 2022, comes as Barclays PLC (NYSE:BCS) does not have any direct dealings with other parties involved in the offer. The financial institution also reported cash-settled derivatives amounting to 704,468 shares, about 0.33%, and short positions via cash-settled derivatives at 1,614,839 shares or 0.76%.

The announcement included a detailed breakdown of transactions conducted by Barclays, with purchases and sales of Dalata Hotel Group’s ordinary shares at various prices, alongside cash-settled derivatives transactions. These dealings reflect the dynamic nature of Barclays’ investment and positioning in the market.

The disclosure does not indicate any indemnity or option arrangements, agreements, or understandings related to the voting rights of the relevant securities under any option or the acquisition or disposal of any relevant securities to which any derivative is referenced.

This information is based on a press release statement and is essential for market transparency, ensuring that all market participants are aware of significant stakes held by investors in publicly traded companies, particularly in the context of potential takeover activity.

Investors and stakeholders in Dalata Hotel Group PLC and Barclays PLC will likely monitor these developments closely, as changes in significant shareholdings can have implications for market perceptions and company control dynamics.

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