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Ticker · LOTB ISIN · BE0003604155 LEI · 5493004C0K34IFI67I03 BR Manufacturing
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Filings indexed 744 across all filing types
Latest filing 2024-06-13 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
Persbericht_LotusBakeries_Partnerschap_met_Mondelez_International_NL.pdf
M&A Activity Classification · 99% confidence The document is a press release dated June 13, 2024, announcing a strategic partnership between Mondelēz International and Lotus Bakeries regarding the Biscoff® brand in India and co-branded chocolate innovations. It contains key highlights, quotes from CEOs, and boilerplate company information. Crucially, it is an announcement of a business development, not a mandatory periodic financial filing (like 10-K or IR) or a transcript. The content structure strongly suggests an Earnings Release (ER) or a general Regulatory Filing (RNS). Since it focuses on a major strategic business development rather than specific quarterly financial figures (which would typically be in an ER), and it is a formal announcement, it fits best as a general Regulatory Filing (RNS) or potentially an Earnings Release if this announcement was made concurrently with earnings. Given the focus on strategic partnership and market expansion rather than detailed period results, RNS is a strong candidate, but often major strategic announcements are released alongside earnings. However, the text does not contain typical ER headers (like 'Q2 Results Summary'). The presence of 'Gereglementeerde Informatie - Voorwetenschap' (Regulated Information - Inside Information) suggests a mandatory disclosure. Since it is a major, non-standard disclosure that doesn't fit other specific categories (like M&A, CAP, DIV), the fallback category 'RNS' (Regulatory Filings / General Regulatory Announcements) is the most appropriate classification.
2024-06-13 Dutch
PR_changeoftotalnumberofvotingrights_31.05.2024.pdf
Declaration of Voting Results & Voting Rights Announcements Classification · 100% confidence The document is titled "PRESS RELEASE" and explicitly states "A CHANGE OF TOTAL NUMBER OF VOTING RIGHTS" as of May 31, 2024. It details the new total number of voting securities and mentions that changes in capital/voting rights must be published according to relevant law. This type of announcement, which reports on changes to the total number of voting rights (often due to share issuance, buybacks, or changes in voting status), fits best under the category related to share capital changes or major ownership notifications. Since it is a formal announcement regarding the total voting rights count, which is the basis for major holding notifications, it aligns closely with 'Major Shareholding Notification' (MRQ) or 'Share Issue/Capital Change' (SHA). However, the core subject is the change in the *total number of voting rights* itself, which is a specific regulatory disclosure. Given the options, 'Major Shareholding Notification' (MRQ) is often used for disclosures related to the total voting rights base, or 'Share Issue/Capital Change' (SHA) if the change resulted from an issue/buyback. Since the text explicitly mentions the change in the total number of voting rights which serves as the basis for major holding notifications, and it is a regulatory disclosure, MRQ is a strong fit. Alternatively, since it is a formal regulatory announcement about a change in the capital structure's voting component, SHA is also plausible. Given the context of reporting the *total* voting rights count, which is a prerequisite for major holding rules, MRQ is slightly more specific to the content provided than a general capital change (SHA). However, the most direct fit for a notification about the total number of voting rights is often grouped with share/capital changes or major ownership changes. Let's re-evaluate the definitions. MRQ is for 'Notification of changes in significant share ownership levels (crossing thresholds)'. SHA is for 'Announcement regarding new share issues, stock splits, or other capital changes'. Since the change here is due to double voting rights acquisition on existing shares, it's a change in the *voting power* structure, not necessarily a new issue or buyback. This specific type of disclosure (total voting rights count) is often categorized under general regulatory filings or sometimes linked to major shareholding rules. Given the options, and the fact that this is a mandatory disclosure about the total voting rights base, it is a specific regulatory filing. If we must choose the best fit among the specific codes, MRQ relates to the *consequence* of this number (major holdings), while SHA relates to the *cause* (new shares). Since the document is a direct report of the total voting rights count, which is a fundamental capital structure metric, SHA (Share Issue/Capital Change) is a reasonable classification for a change in the voting capital base, even if the mechanism is complex. However, in many jurisdictions, the disclosure of the total number of voting rights is a standalone requirement often linked to major shareholding rules. Given the ambiguity, and the fact that it is a mandatory regulatory disclosure about the voting rights base, I will lean towards the most specific regulatory disclosure that deals with ownership structure changes, which is MRQ, although it is not a direct notification of a shareholder crossing a threshold, but rather the base number itself. Let's check DVA (Declaration of Voting Results & Voting Rights Announcements). DVA is for 'Official results from shareholder votes at any general meeting'. This is not voting results from a meeting. Therefore, MRQ or SHA remain. Since the document is a formal regulatory announcement about the total voting rights count, which is a fundamental capital structure element, SHA is a strong candidate. Given the specific nature of reporting the *total number of voting rights* as a regulatory requirement, and lacking a specific 'Total Voting Rights Disclosure' code, I will classify it as SHA as it represents a change in the capital structure's voting component. Upon final review, this type of announcement is often classified as a 'Change in Total Voting Rights' which is a specific regulatory filing. If forced to choose from the list, SHA (Share Issue/Capital Change) covers changes to the capital structure, which includes voting rights mechanics. I will assign a high confidence score because it is clearly a regulatory disclosure about voting rights count. I will select SHA as the most appropriate fit for a change in the voting capital base structure. Reconsidering the options, the closest fit for a mandatory disclosure about the total voting rights count, which is a fundamental aspect of capital structure, is SHA. However, if this is a recurring mandatory disclosure, it might fall under RNS. Given the specific nature of the content, SHA seems most appropriate for a change in the voting rights base. Let's check DVA again: 'Declaration of Voting Results & Voting Rights Announcements'. This is close, but DVA usually refers to the *results* of a vote, not the *total count* base. I will stick with SHA as the best fit for a change in the capital structure's voting rights component. Final decision: SHA.
2024-05-31 English
PB_Wijzigingtotaalaantalstemrechten_31.05.2024.pdf
Declaration of Voting Results & Voting Rights Announcements Classification · 100% confidence The document is titled "PERSBERICHT" (Press Release) and its subject is "WIJZIGING TOTAAL AANTAL STEMRECHTEN" (Change in Total Number of Voting Rights). It explicitly states the change in the total number of voting rights (the denominator) as required by Belgian law (article 15 of the law of May 2, 2007, regarding important shareholdings). This type of mandatory disclosure regarding the total number of shares and voting rights, often triggered by capital changes or specific shareholder actions, fits best under the category dealing with voting rights and capital structure notifications. While it is a regulatory disclosure, the specific nature points towards a notification related to voting rights calculation, which is closely related to shareholder structure and voting mechanics. Given the options, this is a specific regulatory announcement concerning voting rights, which is not explicitly covered by DVA (Declaration of Voting Results) or SHA (Share Issue/Capital Change), but it is a mandatory regulatory disclosure. Since it details the total number of voting rights (the denominator) which is crucial for major shareholding notifications (MRQ), and it is a formal regulatory announcement, it aligns most closely with a general Regulatory Filing (RNS) or potentially a specific notification related to capital/voting rights. However, since it is a formal, mandatory publication of the total voting rights count, and not a result of a vote (DVA) or a general capital change announcement (SHA), RNS serves as the most appropriate general regulatory filing category for this specific type of mandatory disclosure not covered elsewhere. The document is short and is a direct announcement, not an attachment, so RPA is not applicable.
2024-05-31 Dutch
PR_Disposaloftreasuryshares_20240529.pdf
Transaction in Own Shares Classification · 99% confidence The document is explicitly titled "PRESS RELEASE" and details a specific corporate action: the "DISPOSAL OF TREASURY SHARES" executed on May 20, 2024. This action involves the company buying back or selling its own shares (treasury shares). This directly corresponds to the definition of 'Transaction in Own Shares' (Code: POS). The document is short and provides the details of the transaction, not just an announcement of a report, thus POS is the most accurate classification over RPA or RNS.
2024-05-29 English
PB_Vervreemdingeigenaandelen_20240529.pdf
Transaction in Own Shares Classification · 99% confidence The document explicitly states that Lotus Bakeries is declaring a transaction involving the disposal of its own shares ('verrichting tot vervreemding van eigen aandelen') on May 20, 2024, related to an option plan exercise. It details the resulting situation regarding total capital, total voting rights, and the number of treasury shares held ('Totaal aantal eigen aandelen'). This content directly corresponds to the definition of a report concerning the company buying back or selling its own shares, which maps to the 'Transaction in Own Shares' category (POS). The document length is short (2203 chars), but it is a substantive report of a transaction, not merely an announcement that a report is available.
2024-05-29 Dutch
Notulen_AV_LotusBakeries_14.05.2024.pdf
AGM Information Classification · 100% confidence The document title is "Notulen van de Gewone Algemene Vergadering van Aandeelhouders gehouden op 14 mei 2024" (Minutes of the Ordinary General Meeting of Shareholders held on May 14, 2024). The content details the proceedings, verification of attendees, voting results on various resolutions (approving annual accounts, dividends, remuneration report, granting discharge to directors/auditors, and reappointing directors/auditor), which are all characteristic elements of the official minutes of an Annual General Meeting (AGM). This directly corresponds to the AGM Information category.
2024-05-14 Dutch

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