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Ticker · SMDS ISIN · GB0008220112 LEI · 39RSBE4RCI4M15BLWH36 IL Manufacturing
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Filings indexed 1,123 across all filing types
Latest filing 2024-11-04 Major Shareholding Noti…
Country GB United Kingdom
Listing IL SMDS

About Smith (DS) PLC

https://www.dssmith.com/

Smith (DS) PLC is a provider of sustainable packaging solutions, paper products, and integrated recycling services. The company specializes in the design and manufacture of corrugated packaging, including retail and shelf-ready packaging, transit cases, consumer boxes, and promotional displays. A core part of its business model is the circular economy, focusing on producing plastic-free packaging and high-performance papers from recycled fibers. The company's strategy emphasizes sustainability, aiming to redefine packaging for a changing world. It is in the process of combining with International Paper to create a global leader in sustainable packaging solutions.

Recent filings

Filing Released Lang Actions
Form 8.3 - Smith (DS) plc
Major Shareholding Notification Classification · 99% confidence The document is explicitly titled "FORM 8.3 - PUBLIC OPENING POSITION DISCLOSURE/DEALING DISCLOSURE BY A PERSON WITH INTERESTS IN RELEVANT SECURITIES REPRESENTING 1% OR MORE" and references "Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code (the “Code”)". This form is used to disclose interests and dealings in the securities of an offeror or offeree during a takeover situation. This type of disclosure relates to insider transactions or significant ownership changes during a corporate action, specifically a takeover bid involving Smith (DS) plc and International Paper Company. This fits best under the category for Director's Dealing (DIRS) or potentially Regulatory Filings (RNS), but given the specific nature of insider/significant shareholder disclosure related to a takeover, it is a specialized form of insider transaction reporting. Since there is no specific code for 'Takeover Disclosure Form 8.3', and it details personal share transactions/interests by a major holder (Millennium International Management LP) in the context of an offer, it is most closely aligned with Director's Dealing (DIRS), which covers personal share transactions by executives/insiders. However, DIRS is usually for directors. Given the context of the Takeover Code, it is a mandatory regulatory disclosure about share interests during a bid. If we strictly follow the provided definitions, DIRS (Director's Dealing) is the closest fit for personal share transaction reporting, even though the discloser is an investment manager, not necessarily a director. Alternatively, RNS (Regulatory Filings) is the fallback. Since it is a specific disclosure about share interests/dealings during a takeover, and DIRS covers personal share transactions by executives/insiders, I will classify it as DIRS, recognizing it is a specific type of insider filing. Revisiting the definitions: DIRS is "Report of personal share transactions by company directors and executives (insider trades)". While Millennium is an investment manager, the filing reports their position and dealings related to the offer, which is a form of insider/significant shareholder activity disclosure. Given the options, DIRS is the most specific category related to reporting share transactions/interests by involved parties during a corporate event, even if the discloser isn't strictly a director. If DIRS is too narrow, RNS is the fallback. I will stick with DIRS as it captures the essence of reporting personal/controlled security interests/dealings.
2024-11-04 English
Form 8.3 - Smith (DS) plc
Major Shareholding Notification Classification · 99% confidence The document is explicitly titled "FORM 8.3 - PUBLIC OPENING POSITION DISCLOSURE/DEALING DISCLOSURE BY A PERSON WITH INTERESTS IN RELEVANT SECURITIES REPRESENTING 1% OR MORE" and references "Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code (the “Code”)". This form is used in the context of a takeover offer (mentioning 'offeror/offeree' and 'International Paper Company' as another party to the offer) to disclose shareholdings and transactions by major stakeholders (like Millennium International Management LP). This type of disclosure, related to insider/major shareholder activity during a takeover process, is best classified under Director's Dealing (DIRS) or potentially Regulatory Filings (RNS). However, since it specifically details dealings and positions of a major shareholder/concert party during a takeover, and given the available codes, it most closely aligns with insider/director dealing disclosures, even though the discloser is an investment manager rather than a director. Since 'DIRS' covers 'Report of personal share transactions by company directors and executives (insider trades)', and this is an insider disclosure related to a takeover, it fits the spirit of insider reporting. If a more specific 'Takeover Disclosure' code existed, it would be preferred. Given the options, DIRS is the closest fit for mandatory disclosure of security interests/dealings by an insider/major party to an offer. Alternatively, RNS is a fallback, but DIRS captures the specific nature of the filing better than a general regulatory announcement.
2024-11-01 English
Total Voting Rights
Declaration of Voting Results & Voting Rights Announcements Classification · 100% confidence The document is an official notification disseminated via RNS (London Stock Exchange news service). It explicitly states the purpose is to notify shareholders of the total number of voting rights and share capital as of the announcement date, referencing DTR 5.6.1 (Disclosure and Transparency Rules). This type of notification, detailing changes in the total number of shares in issue which affects shareholder voting calculations, is a specific regulatory update. While it relates to share capital, the primary function here is the mandatory disclosure of voting rights denominator. This fits best under the general 'Regulatory Filings' (RNS) category as a specific regulatory update that isn't a standard financial report (10-K, IR) or a specific transaction report (POS, SHA). However, since it details the total number of shares in issue and voting rights, it is closely related to share capital changes. Given the options, 'Regulatory Filings' (RNS) is the most appropriate general category for mandatory disclosures via the RNS system that don't fit a more specific financial report type. If 'SHA' (Share Issue/Capital Change) were interpreted broadly to include updates on the total share count for voting purposes, it could fit, but RNS is the delivery mechanism and the nature is a mandatory disclosure update. I will classify it as RNS as it is a standard regulatory disclosure notification via the RNS system.
2024-11-01 English
Form 8.3 - Smith (DS) plc
Major Shareholding Notification Classification · 99% confidence The document is explicitly titled 'FORM 8.3' and references 'Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code (the “Code”)'. This form is used for 'PUBLIC OPENING POSITION DISCLOSURE/DEALING DISCLOSURE BY A PERSON WITH INTERESTS IN RELEVANT SECURITIES REPRESENTING 1% OR MORE' in the context of a takeover offer (specifically mentioning Smith (DS) plc and International Paper Company). This type of disclosure relates to insider/significant shareholder activity during a takeover scenario. While it involves director/insider dealings (DIRS) and M&A activity (TAR), Form 8.3 is a specific regulatory filing related to takeovers governed by the Takeover Code. Since there is no specific code for 'Takeover Disclosure Form 8.3', and it details dealings/positions related to an offer, it is most closely related to M&A Activity (TAR) or a specific type of regulatory filing. Given the context of a takeover bid involving parties named, TAR (M&A Activity) is the most relevant category describing the *subject matter* of the filing, although it is a specific regulatory disclosure. However, looking at the provided definitions, 'Director's Dealing' (DIRS) covers personal share transactions by executives, and this document details the holdings and derivative transactions of Millennium International Management LP concerning the target company in a takeover. Since Form 8.3 is a mandatory disclosure during a takeover, and it details positions and dealings, it fits best under the umbrella of M&A Activity (TAR) or as a specific regulatory filing (RNS). Given the high specificity of the content (Takeover Code disclosure), and the fact that it is not a general regulatory announcement (RNS) nor strictly just director dealing (DIRS, as the discloser is an investment manager), TAR (M&A Activity) captures the context best. If TAR is too broad, RNS is the fallback. Since the document is a complete, structured regulatory form detailing positions during an offer, and not just an announcement *about* a report, I will classify it as M&A Activity (TAR) as it is directly tied to a takeover situation.
2024-10-31 English
Form 8.3 - Smith (DS) plc
Major Shareholding Notification Classification · 99% confidence The document is explicitly titled "FORM 8.3 - PUBLIC OPENING POSITION DISCLOSURE/DEALING DISCLOSURE BY A PERSON WITH INTERESTS IN RELEVANT SECURITIES REPRESENTING 1% OR MORE" and references "Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code (the “Code”)". This form is used in the context of a takeover bid (mentioning 'offeror/offeree' and 'International Paper Company'). Disclosures related to takeover bids, insider dealings, and significant shareholdings during such events are typically classified under Major Shareholding Notification (MRQ) or related to M&A Activity (TAR). However, Form 8.3 specifically deals with the disclosure of interests and dealings by persons holding 1% or more during an offer period, which is a specialized form of insider/major shareholder disclosure related to a takeover. Given the options, this disclosure relates directly to the parties involved in a potential takeover/merger scenario (Smith (DS) plc and International Paper Company). While it involves shareholdings, the context is explicitly a takeover/merger situation governed by the Takeover Code. The closest fit among the provided codes that captures the context of a takeover/merger activity involving share positions is M&A Activity (TAR), although Director's Dealing (DIRS) is also related to insider transactions. Since Form 8.3 is mandatory during an offer period, it falls under the broader umbrella of M&A Activity (TAR) or Major Shareholding Notification (MRQ). Given the specific reference to an 'offeror/offeree' and the nature of the disclosure (position disclosure during an offer), TAR (M&A Activity) is a strong candidate, but MRQ (Major Shareholding Notification) is also highly relevant for position disclosures. Since this is a specific disclosure mandated by the Takeover Code during an offer, and it details ownership/derivatives related to the target company, it is most closely aligned with the context of a takeover/merger activity (TAR) or a major shareholding notification (MRQ). Form 8.3 is a specific type of disclosure during a takeover. I will classify it as TAR because the context is explicitly a takeover/merger situation governed by the Takeover Code, which supersedes a general major shareholding notification.
2024-10-30 English
Holding(s) in Company
Major Shareholding Notification Classification · 98% confidence The document is a 'TR-1: Standard form for notification of major holdings' filed by JPMorgan Chase & Co. regarding an acquisition/disposal of voting rights in DS Smith PLC. This type of filing reports changes in significant share ownership, crossing notification thresholds. This directly corresponds to the definition of Major Shareholding Notification (MRQ). The presence of 'RNS Number' and the footer mentioning RNS and the London Stock Exchange confirms it is a regulatory disclosure, but the specific content points to MRQ over the general RNS fallback.
2024-10-30 English

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