UBS Group AG acquires over 5% stake in Hunting PLC

Published 31/07/2025, 09:04
UBS Group AG acquires over 5% stake in Hunting PLC

LONDON - UBS Group AG (NYSE:UBS) has acquired a 5.03% stake in Hunting (LON:HTG) PLC, according to a regulatory filing released Thursday.

The investment bank and global wealth management firm now holds 8,289,416 voting rights in the UK-based energy services company, crossing the reportable threshold on July 29, 2025.

The notification, made through the standard form for major holdings, indicates that UBS AG, controlled by UBS Group AG, holds the position. Prior to this acquisition, UBS Group AG had not reported any significant stake in Hunting.

The filing shows the stake consists entirely of voting rights attached to shares, with no additional financial instruments or derivatives reported as part of the position.

Hunting PLC, listed on the London Stock Exchange (LON:LSEG), provides equipment and services to the oil and gas industry. The company made the disclosure in accordance with UK regulatory requirements for transparency when investors cross certain ownership thresholds.

The notification was completed in Zurich, Switzerland on July 30, 2025, and subsequently released through the London Stock Exchange’s news service.

This information is based on a regulatory press release statement issued by Hunting PLC.

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