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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 2024-11-18 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". This form is used to disclose interests and dealings in the securities of an offeror or offeree during a takeover situation. This specific disclosure relates to Smith (DS) PLC and International Paper Company, indicating activity related to a potential takeover or merger. Among the provided categories, 'M&A Activity' (TAR) is the most appropriate classification for documents detailing actions related to takeovers, mergers, or tender offers, as this Form 8.3 is a direct consequence of such an event.
2024-11-18 English
Holding(s) in Company
Major Shareholding Notification Classification · 99% confidence The document is clearly identified by the header 'RNS Number : 6498M' and contains the standard boilerplate text indicating it is provided by RNS, the news service of the London Stock Exchange. The content itself 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 mandatory disclosure regarding changes in significant share ownership thresholds falls directly under the definition of Major Shareholding Notification (MRQ).
2024-11-18 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'). Disclosures related to takeover bids, insider dealings, and significant shareholdings during such events often fall under specific regulatory filings related to corporate actions or insider activity. While it involves director/insider activity (like DIRS), Form 8.3 is highly specific to the UK Takeover Code during an offer period. Given the options, this type of mandatory disclosure related to a takeover bid, which details positions and dealings of a significant shareholder, is best categorized as a specific type of regulatory filing concerning M&A activity or insider disclosure. Since there is no specific code for 'Takeover Code Disclosure Form 8.3', and it details dealings by a major shareholder in the context of an offer, it is closely related to M&A Activity (TAR) or a general Regulatory Filing (RNS). However, Form 8.3 is fundamentally about disclosing interests during a takeover/merger process. Therefore, TAR (M&A Activity) is the most contextually relevant category, although RNS is a possibility if TAR is too narrow. Given the explicit reference to the Takeover Code and an offer, TAR is the primary fit, as it relates directly to a takeover/merger scenario.
2024-11-15 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". This form is a Public Opening Position Disclosure/Dealing Disclosure made by a person holding interests of 1% or more in relevant securities during a takeover situation (indicated by references to 'offeror/offeree' and 'Takeover Code'). This type of disclosure relates to insider/significant shareholder activity during a takeover bid, which is a specific regulatory filing requirement. While it involves director/insider activity (like DIRS), Form 8.3 is highly specific to takeover regulation. It does not fit perfectly into the provided categories, but it is a mandatory regulatory disclosure related to corporate actions/ownership changes. Given the options, it is a specific regulatory filing that doesn't match the definitions for DIRS (personal trades by directors), MRQ (major shareholding notification, usually for passive holdings crossing thresholds), or TAR (M&A activity announcement). Since it is a mandatory disclosure under the Takeover Code, it falls best under the general regulatory filing category, RNS, as a specific regulatory disclosure not otherwise categorized, although it is closely related to insider dealing/takeover activity.
2024-11-15 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. While it relates to a takeover (TAR), the specific nature of this filing—a mandatory disclosure of insider/significant shareholder positions and dealings under the Takeover Code—is most closely aligned with regulatory disclosure concerning share ownership changes, but it is not a standard SEC filing like 10-K or a general announcement like RNS. However, among the provided options, filings related to insider transactions or significant ownership changes are the closest fit. Director's Dealing (DIRS) covers executive trades, and Major Shareholding Notification (MRQ) covers changes in significant ownership thresholds. Since this is a specific disclosure related to a takeover bid involving parties (Smith (DS) plc and International Paper Company), it is a highly specific regulatory filing concerning share interests during a M&A event. Given the options, this type of mandatory disclosure regarding interests in securities during a takeover bid is best categorized as a specialized regulatory filing. Since it details dealings and positions related to an offer, it is related to M&A Activity (TAR), but the form itself is a specific disclosure of insider/significant holder positions. In the context of UK Takeover Code filings, these disclosures are often grouped with general regulatory announcements if a specific code for Takeover Disclosures isn't present. Since it details dealings and positions, and is not a general announcement of a report (RPA), it is a specific regulatory disclosure. Given the options, and its focus on share dealings/positions, it is closest to Director's Dealing (DIRS) or Major Shareholding Notification (MRQ), but Form 8.3 is specifically about takeover-related interests. As it details dealings by a significant holder (Millennium International Management LP) in the context of an offer, and is a mandatory disclosure, it fits best under the general regulatory disclosure category (RNS) or potentially DIRS if interpreted broadly as insider dealing, but RNS is the safest fallback for non-standard regulatory forms. However, since it explicitly details dealings and positions related to an offer, and the closest specific category for share ownership changes is MRQ, let's re-evaluate. Form 8.3 is a mandatory disclosure of interests in securities during a takeover. This is a specific type of insider/significant shareholder disclosure. Given the options, and the focus on share positions and dealings, it is a specialized form of insider/major shareholder reporting. Since it is not a Director's Dealing (DIRS) which is usually Form 3/4/5 equivalent, and not a standard MRQ (which is usually crossing a threshold), the most appropriate classification for a specific, mandatory disclosure under a regulatory code (Takeover Code) that isn't covered elsewhere is RNS (Regulatory Filings).
2024-11-14 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 bid (mentioning 'offeror/offeree' 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 major shareholdings (MRQ), the specific regulatory context of Form 8.3 under the Takeover Code points most closely to a specialized regulatory filing concerning M&A activity or significant ownership changes during a bid. Given the options, this is a highly specific regulatory disclosure related to a takeover situation. Since there is no specific code for 'Takeover Disclosure Form 8.3', and it details dealings and positions during a potential takeover (mentioning 'offeror/offeree'), it is best classified as related to M&A Activity (TAR) or, more broadly, a specific Regulatory Filing (RNS). However, Form 8.3 is a mandatory disclosure directly tied to the mechanics of a takeover bid. Therefore, TAR is the most contextually relevant category, as it deals with takeover/merger activity.
2024-11-14 English

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