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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 2024-04-04 Major Shareholding Noti…
Country GB United Kingdom
Listing IL SMDS

About Smith (DS) PLC

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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 (OPD) International Paper Company
Major Shareholding Notification Classification · 98% confidence The document is explicitly titled 'FORM 8 (OPD) PUBLIC OPENING POSITION DISCLOSURE BY A PARTY TO AN OFFER' and references 'Rules 8.1 and 8.2 of the Takeover Code (the "Code")'. It details positions (interests and short positions) related to an ongoing offer involving DS SMITH PLC and INTERNATIONAL PAPER COMPANY. This type of disclosure, mandated by the UK Takeover Code, relates to insider/party positions during a takeover scenario. While it is a regulatory filing, the specific nature points towards disclosures related to corporate actions or insider dealings during a bid. Given the options, this is a highly specific regulatory disclosure related to a takeover/merger activity. The closest fit among the provided codes is 'TAR' (M&A Activity), as this disclosure is a direct consequence of the takeover bid mentioned. However, since it is a specific regulatory disclosure form (Form 8) related to the parties involved in the offer, and not the M&A announcement itself, it falls under the general regulatory disclosure category. Since 'TAR' covers M&A activity, and this is a mandatory disclosure *during* M&A activity, 'TAR' is the most contextually relevant specific code, although 'RNS' (General Regulatory Filings) is also plausible. Given the context of 'Takeover Code' and 'Offer', 'TAR' (M&A Activity) is selected as the primary classification for this specific type of filing related to a bid.
2024-04-04 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 bid (mentioning 'offeror/offeree' and parties like Mondi plc and International Paper Company) to disclose a person's interest or dealing in the relevant securities. This type of disclosure, related to insider/significant shareholder activity during a takeover process, is a specific type of regulatory filing concerning share ownership and dealings, but it is not a standard SEC filing like 10-K or a general earnings release. Given the options, it most closely aligns with disclosures related to significant shareholding changes or insider dealings during a corporate action. Since it details dealings and positions of a significant shareholder (Millennium International Management LP) in relation to an offer, it falls under the scope of insider/major shareholder reporting. While 'DIRS' (Director's Dealing) is close, this is a disclosure by a major shareholder/investment manager, not necessarily a director. The most appropriate category for specific regulatory disclosures about share ownership changes during a corporate event, which is not covered by the more specific financial reports (10-K, IR, ER), is often captured by filings related to major shareholdings or general regulatory filings. Given the context of a takeover bid and the specific nature of the disclosure (Rule 8.3), it is a specialized regulatory filing. Since there is no specific code for 'Takeover Disclosure' or 'Insider Dealing by Non-Director', and it deals with significant share ownership changes, 'MRQ' (Major Shareholding Notification) is the closest fit among the provided options that deal with ownership thresholds, although it is specifically a Takeover Code disclosure. However, since it details dealings and positions related to a takeover, and is a mandatory disclosure under the UK Takeover Code, it is a highly specific regulatory filing. If we must choose from the list, 'MRQ' covers changes in significant share ownership. Alternatively, 'RNS' (Regulatory Filings) is the fallback for miscellaneous regulatory announcements. Given the highly specific nature of Form 8.3, which is a mandatory disclosure during a takeover, and the lack of a perfect fit, I will classify it as a specific type of shareholding disclosure, 'MRQ', as it reports a position exceeding 1% and subsequent dealings, or default to 'RNS' if it's considered a general regulatory filing not covered elsewhere. Since it is a mandatory disclosure related to share ownership thresholds during a corporate action, MRQ is a strong candidate. Let's re-evaluate: Form 8.3 is about disclosure during a takeover. 'TAR' is M&A Activity. This document is a direct consequence of M&A activity (a takeover bid involving Smith (DS) plc). Therefore, TAR is a better fit than MRQ, as MRQ usually refers to routine crossing of major shareholding thresholds outside of a formal bid context, whereas this is explicitly tied to the bid rules. I will select TAR as it directly relates to the M&A context established by the document's content (Takeover Code).
2024-04-04 English
Extension of PUSU Deadline
M&A Activity Classification · 100% confidence The document is an official announcement released via RNS (RNS Number: 2400J) on April 4, 2024. The content explicitly discusses the extension of the PUSU (Put Up or Shut Up) deadline under Rule 2.6(c) of the City Code on Takeovers and Mergers, referencing a possible all-share offer by Mondi plc for DS Smith Plc. This clearly indicates an ongoing M&A/Takeover activity. The filing is not the full report (like 10-K or IR) but a regulatory update concerning the takeover process. While it is a regulatory announcement, the specific subject matter—a takeover bid extension—fits best under M&A Activity (TAR). Since it is a formal announcement related to a takeover bid, TAR is the most precise classification, although RNS is also applicable as the distribution channel.
2024-04-04 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 to disclose interests and dealings in securities during a takeover offer. This type of disclosure, which relates 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 is a mandatory disclosure related to insider/significant ownership changes during a corporate action (takeover), and it is not a standard annual/interim report, it falls under the category of specific regulatory disclosures. While DIRS covers director trades, this form (Form 8.3) is specifically about significant holders/persons acting in concert during a takeover, which is a specialized regulatory filing. Given the options, it is a specific regulatory disclosure concerning share ownership/dealing, which is best categorized as Director's Dealing (DIRS) as it tracks insider/significant holder transactions, or RNS as a general regulatory filing. However, Form 8.3 is a specific disclosure required under the Takeover Code, which tracks dealings by significant parties. This is functionally similar to insider trading reports, making DIRS a strong candidate, but since it is a specific Takeover Code filing, RNS (Regulatory Filings) is the most appropriate general category for non-standard, mandatory regulatory forms not covered elsewhere (like 10-K, MRQ, etc.). Given the context of dealing disclosure, DIRS is often used for insider trades, but Form 8.3 is broader. I will classify it as DIRS because it details dealings/positions of a significant holder/controller in relation to an offer, which is a form of insider/significant transaction reporting, or RNS. Since DIRS is specifically for Director's Dealing, and this is for a major shareholder/controller (Millennium International Management LP) during a takeover, RNS is safer as the catch-all for specific regulatory forms not explicitly listed. However, looking closely at the content (positions and dealings of a major shareholder/controller), it strongly resembles insider transaction reporting. Let's check the definitions again. DIRS is 'Report of personal share transactions by company directors and executives (insider trades)'. This is a major investment manager reporting dealings during a takeover. RNS is the fallback. Given the highly specific nature of Form 8.3 under the Takeover Code, RNS (General Regulatory Filings) is the most accurate fit among the provided codes for a non-standard regulatory disclosure form.
2024-04-03 English
Rule 2.9 Announcement
Regulatory Filings Classification · 98% confidence The document is identified by the header 'RNS Number' and explicitly states, 'This information is provided by RNS, the news service of the London Stock Exchange.' The content details the issuance of new ordinary shares following an employee share plan exercise and references 'Rule 2.9 of the City Code on Takeovers and Mergers (the "Code")' regarding the total number of voting rights. This type of mandatory disclosure related to share capital changes and regulatory compliance, distributed via the RNS system, fits best under the general 'Regulatory Filings' category, as it is not a specific financial report (like 10-K or IR) or a specific corporate action announcement like a dividend (DIV) or share repurchase (POS), but rather a mandatory disclosure related to the capital structure during a potential M&A context (implied by the Code reference). Since 'Regulatory Filings' (RNS) is the designated fallback for miscellaneous regulatory announcements not covered elsewhere, it is the most appropriate classification.
2024-04-02 English
Form 8.3 - Smith (DS) plc - Amendment
Major Shareholding Notification Classification · 97% confidence The document explicitly references 'Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code' and is titled 'Form 8.3 - Smith (DS) plc - Amendment' concerning 'PUBLIC OPENING POSITION DISCLOSURE/DEALING DISCLOSURE BY A PERSON WITH INTERESTS IN RELEVANT SECURITIES REPRESENTING 1% OR MORE'. This type of disclosure relates to insider dealings or significant ownership changes during a takeover scenario. While it involves director/insider activity (similar to DIRS), Form 8.3 is specifically mandated by the UK Takeover Code and deals with interests/short positions in relevant securities during an offer period. This specific regulatory filing context is not perfectly matched by the provided codes (AGM-R, 10-K, AR, MANG, CT, CAP, DVA, DLST, DIRS, ER, SR, XLSX, FS, CGR, IRAT, IR, IP, LTR, TAR, MRQ, MDA, NAV, DIV, PSI, RNS, DEF 14A, RPA, SHA, POS). However, filings related to insider transactions or changes in significant shareholdings during a takeover context are often categorized under general insider reporting or major shareholding notifications. Given the options, 'DIRS' (Director's Dealing) is the closest fit for reporting personal share transactions by executives/insiders, even though Form 8.3 is broader than standard insider trading reports (like Form 3/4/5 in the US). Since this is a mandatory regulatory disclosure about interests/dealings related to a takeover, and 'DIRS' covers personal share transactions by directors/executives, it is the most appropriate classification among the choices, although 'RNS' (Regulatory Filings - fallback) is also plausible if DIRS is deemed too narrow. Given the focus on 'Dealing Disclosure' by a major holder, DIRS is selected as the primary intent.
2024-04-02 English

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