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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 2024-04-17 M&A Activity
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
M&A Activity Classification · 98% 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 by parties involved in a takeover bid to disclose their interests and dealings in the relevant securities. This type of disclosure relates directly to M&A activity (Takeover Code). While it involves director/insider-like activity (dealing disclosure), the context is specifically a takeover situation, making M&A Activity (TAR) the most appropriate classification, as it is a mandatory filing related to a takeover bid involving Smith (DS) PLC and Mondi PLC/International Paper Company.
2024-04-17 English
Rule 2.9 Announcement
Declaration of Voting Results & Voting Rights Announcements Classification · 99% confidence The document is an official announcement released via RNS (London Stock Exchange news service) on April 17, 2024. The content explicitly states it is a 'Rule 2.9 Announcement' related to the issuance of shares following the exercise of options under an employee plan. It also details the total number of voting rights and references the City Code on Takeovers and Mergers (the 'Code'), specifically Rules 8.3(a) and 8.3(b) regarding Opening Position Disclosures and Dealing Disclosures. This type of mandatory disclosure related to share capital changes and takeover code compliance, distributed through the RNS system, fits best under the general 'Regulatory Filings' category, as there is no specific code for 'Rule 2.9 Announcement' or 'Takeover Code Disclosure'. It is not a full report (10-K, IR), an earnings release (ER), or a dividend notice (DIV).
2024-04-17 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 to disclose interests and dealings in securities during a takeover offer. This type of disclosure, related to insider/significant shareholder activity during a takeover context, is most closely aligned with Director's Dealing (DIRS) or a specific regulatory filing. Since it deals with personal share transactions/holdings by a major stakeholder during a takeover scenario, it falls under the scope of insider/director dealings reporting, even though the filer is a fund manager (Millennium International Management LP) and not strictly a director. However, given the specific nature of reporting dealings/positions related to an offer under the Takeover Code, it is a specialized form of insider disclosure. Comparing the options, 'DIRS' (Director's Dealing) is the closest fit for reporting personal security transactions by insiders/major holders, although 'RNS' (Regulatory Filings) is a general fallback. Given the specific nature of the disclosure (Rule 8.3), it is a mandatory regulatory filing related to insider activity. In many classification schemes, specific takeover code filings like Form 8.3 are categorized under insider trading/dealing disclosures. I will classify it as DIRS as it reports positions and dealings of a significant holder in the context of an offer, which is analogous to insider dealing disclosure requirements.
2024-04-16 English
Form 8.3 - Smith (DS) PLC
Major Shareholding Notification Classification · 97% confidence The document is explicitly titled "FORM 8.3" and references "Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code (the “Code”)". This form is a Public Opening Position Disclosure or Dealing Disclosure made by a person holding 1% or more interest in relevant securities during a takeover situation involving Smith (DS) PLC, Mondi PLC, and International Paper Company. This type of disclosure relates to insider/significant shareholder activity during a takeover bid, which falls under regulatory filings concerning corporate actions, but specifically relates to insider dealing/ownership disclosure during a M&A event. While it is related to M&A (TAR), Form 8.3 is a specific regulatory filing mandated by the Takeover Code, which is best categorized under a specific regulatory disclosure type. Given the options, this is a specific regulatory disclosure related to ownership during a takeover. Since there is no specific code for 'Takeover Disclosure Form 8.3', and it is a mandatory regulatory filing concerning interests in securities during a bid, it is most appropriately classified as a Regulatory Filing (RNS) or potentially related to M&A (TAR). However, Form 8.3 is a standard disclosure form under the UK Takeover Code, making it a specific type of regulatory announcement. Since the content is a direct disclosure of holdings and dealings under a specific rule, and not a general announcement, I will check if it fits better elsewhere. It is not a general M&A announcement (TAR), but a consequence of one. It is not a Director's Dealing (DIRS) as the discloser is a fund manager (Farallon Capital Europe LLP). Given the highly specific nature of the form (Form 8.3) which mandates disclosure of interests during a takeover, and the lack of a specific code for this, the closest fit among the provided options that captures mandatory regulatory disclosure is RNS (Regulatory Filings - general fallback). However, since it is directly tied to a takeover/merger situation, TAR (M&A Activity) is also a strong candidate. Since the core purpose is reporting ownership during a takeover, TAR is more specific than the general RNS fallback. I will classify it as TAR due to the explicit reference to the Takeover Code and the parties involved in the offer.
2024-04-15 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 to disclose interests and dealings in securities during a takeover offer, which falls under regulatory disclosure related to corporate actions, specifically takeovers. While it involves director/insider-like activity (dealing disclosure), the specific context of the Takeover Code (Rule 8.3) and its focus on parties to an offer (Smith (DS) plc, Mondi plc, International Paper Company) strongly suggests a filing related to insider transactions or significant shareholdings during a M&A event. However, none of the provided codes perfectly match a 'Takeover Code Disclosure Form 8.3'. Let's evaluate the closest fits: 1. DIRS (Director's Dealing): This is similar but Form 8.3 is specific to takeover activity, not general insider trading. 2. MRQ (Major Shareholding Notification): This is for crossing ownership thresholds, but Form 8.3 is mandatory during a formal offer period. 3. TAR (M&A Activity): This is the most relevant context, as Form 8.3 is triggered by a takeover offer. 4. RNS (Regulatory Filings): This is the fallback. Given that the document details the position and dealings of a person (Millennium International Management LP) in relation to an offer involving Smith (DS) plc, it is a mandatory disclosure directly related to the M&A process. Therefore, 'TAR' (M&A Activity) is the most appropriate classification, as this disclosure is a direct consequence of the takeover activity mentioned (involving International Paper Company). If TAR is too broad, RNS would be the fallback. However, since the content is entirely about a takeover disclosure (Rule 8.3), TAR is superior to the general RNS.
2024-04-15 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 (indicated by referencing an 'offeror/offeree' and 'parties to the offer' like Mondi plc and International Paper Company). Disclosures related to takeover activity, insider dealings during a bid, or significant shareholding changes related to an offer are typically classified under M&A Activity (TAR) or Major Shareholding Notification (MRQ). Since this form specifically details the position and dealings of a significant shareholder (Millennium International Management LP) in relation to a takeover situation involving Smith (DS) plc, it falls most closely under the scope of M&A Activity (TAR), which covers merger proposals or takeover bids. It is not a standard Director's Dealing (DIRS) as it is mandated by the Takeover Code for parties involved in an offer, nor is it a general Major Shareholding Notification (MRQ) which is broader than just takeover contexts. Given the explicit reference to the Takeover Code and the parties involved in an offer, TAR is the most precise fit.
2024-04-12 English

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