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Lotus Bakeries NV — Investor Relations & Filings

Ticker · LOTB ISIN · BE0003604155 LEI · 5493004C0K34IFI67I03 BR Manufacturing
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Filings indexed 744 across all filing types
Latest filing 2012-12-20 M&A Activity
Country BE Belgium
Listing BR LOTB

About Lotus Bakeries NV

https://www.lotusbakeries.com/

Lotus Bakeries is a global company active in the indulgent and natural snacking segments. The company is renowned for its Lotus Biscoff brand, which features a unique caramelized cookie, a popular spread made from the cookies, and related confectionery products. Complementing its traditional offerings, Lotus Bakeries has a significant presence in the better-for-you snacking category through its Lotus Natural Foods division. This division includes a portfolio of brands such as nākd, TREK, BEAR, Kiddylicious, and Peter's Yard, which offer a range of wholefood bars, fruit snacks, and other natural snack options to a worldwide consumer base.

Recent filings

Filing Released Lang Actions
Lotus Bakeries rondt aankoop Dinosaurus merk af
M&A Activity Classification · 99% confidence The document is a short announcement (1509 characters) in Dutch regarding the finalization of an acquisition (Dinosaurus brand). It details the timeline of the announcement and completion, provides a brief company overview, and lists contact information. It is not a full financial report (10-K, IR), an earnings release (ER), or a proxy statement. Since it announces a significant corporate event (acquisition/merger) and does not fit the specific categories like DIV, DIRS, or MANG (which usually implies a formal bid/takeover proposal), it falls best under the general 'Regulatory Filings' (RNS) category as a miscellaneous corporate announcement, or potentially M&A Activity (TAR). Given the focus is on the completion of a transaction, TAR (M&A Activity) is a strong candidate, but RNS is the fallback for general corporate news that isn't strictly financial reporting or management change. Since the core event is a transaction/acquisition, TAR is more specific than RNS. However, TAR is defined as 'Merger proposals or takeover bids'. This is the *completion* of an acquisition. Since there is no specific code for 'Acquisition Completion Announcement', and it is a general corporate update, RNS (Regulatory Filings/Miscellaneous) is the safest fit, although it is a significant corporate action. Given the context of corporate actions, and that it's not a formal financial filing, RNS is appropriate as a general regulatory announcement.
2012-12-20 Dutch
Lotus Bakeries acquires Dinosaurus brand
M&A Activity Classification · 99% confidence The document is explicitly titled and structured as a "Press release" announcing a significant corporate action: the acquisition of the Dinosaurus brand intellectual property by Lotus Bakeries from Nutrexpa/Artiach. This type of announcement, detailing strategic business moves, acquisitions, and related financial implications (like required investment for production), is characteristic of a general corporate news release. Since it is not a formal regulatory filing like a 10-K, a quarterly report (IR), or a specific shareholder vote result, and it is not a transcript (CT) or a management discussion (MDA), the most appropriate classification is a general Regulatory Filing (RNS), which serves as a broad category for official corporate announcements that don't fit narrower definitions. Given the content is a detailed announcement rather than just a notice of publication, RNS is preferred over RPA.
2012-11-26 English
Lotus Bakeries acquiert la marque Dinosaurus
M&A Activity Classification · 99% confidence The document is a press release titled "LOTUS BAKERIES ACQUIERT LA MARQUE DINOSAURUS" (Lotus Bakeries Acquires the Dinosaurus Brand). It details a corporate transaction where Lotus Bakeries is acquiring intellectual property rights for a children's biscuit concept from Nutrexpa/Artiach. The text explicitly states it is an "Information réglementée Communiqué de presse" (Regulated Information Press Release) and provides details about the acquisition, investment, and strategic rationale. This content strongly aligns with an announcement regarding corporate activity, specifically related to M&A or significant business transactions, but it is not a formal regulatory filing like a 10-K or a quarterly report (IR). Since it describes a takeover/acquisition proposal or completion, the most fitting category is M&A Activity (TAR). It is too detailed to be a simple Regulatory Filing (RNS) and does not fit any other specific financial report type.
2012-11-26 French
Lotus Bakeries verwerft Dinosaurusmerk
M&A Activity Classification · 99% confidence The document is titled 'LOTUS BAKERIES VERWERFT DINOSAURUS MERK' and is explicitly labeled as a 'Perscommuniqué Gereglementeerde informatie' (Press Release Regulated Information). It details a corporate transaction: Lotus Bakeries acquiring intellectual property rights for the Dinosaurus concept from Nutrexpa/Artiach. This type of announcement, concerning a significant business event like an acquisition or merger, falls under the category of corporate transactions. Since there is no specific code for M&A announcements that are not takeover bids (TAR), and this is a formal press release about a strategic business move, it is best classified as a general Regulatory Filing (RNS) or potentially related to Capital/Financing (CAP) if it involved new equity, but the core event is the acquisition. Given the context of regulated information releases about corporate actions, RNS is the most appropriate general regulatory fallback, although TAR (M&A Activity) is also highly relevant if the definition of TAR is interpreted broadly beyond just takeover bids. However, since the text focuses on the acquisition of IP rights and not a tender offer or merger proposal, and it is a general regulatory announcement, RNS is safer, or we check if TAR fits better. TAR is defined as 'Merger proposals or takeover bids'. This is an acquisition of assets/IP, which is a form of M&A. Given the specific nature of the transaction (acquisition of IP rights related to a brand), it strongly suggests M&A activity. I will classify it as TAR (M&A Activity) as it is a direct announcement of a corporate transaction involving the purchase of a business concept/brand, which is a core M&A activity, even if it's not a full company takeover.
2012-11-26 Dutch
PB ENG Tussentijdse Verklaring 09112012.pdf
Earnings Release Classification · 90% confidence The document is titled 'Intermediate Statement' and provides a summary of the company's performance for the first half of 2012, including turnover growth, profitability expectations, and operational updates. While it contains some financial data, it is a brief summary rather than a comprehensive financial report. Given the length (under 2,000 characters) and the nature of the content as a periodic update on business activities and outlook, it fits the definition of an Earnings Release (ER) or a general regulatory update. However, since it specifically discusses the first half performance and business trends, it aligns best with the Earnings Release category for periodic performance updates. H1 2012
2012-11-09 English
PB FR Tussentijdse Verklaring 09112012.pdf
Earnings Release Classification · 95% confidence The document is titled "DECLARATION INTERMEDIAIRE" (Interim Declaration) and reports on consolidated revenue growth for the first half of the fiscal year ("premier semestre de l'exercice"). It provides key financial highlights (revenue growth, profitability forecast) and operational updates, but it is not a comprehensive, detailed financial report like a 10-K or a full Interim Report (IR). This format, focusing on preliminary results and key updates for a period shorter than a year, aligns best with an Earnings Release (ER), which is the initial announcement of periodical financial results (key highlights only). The length (2232 chars) also supports this being a summary announcement rather than a full report. FY 2011
2012-11-09 French

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