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Ticker · BB ISIN · FR0000120966 LEI · 969500UR00DF63I0VH67 PA Manufacturing
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Filings indexed 1,166 across all filing types
Latest filing 2022-02-21 Declaration of Voting R…
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Société Bic is a global manufacturer and distributor of consumer goods, known for its simple, inventive, and reliable products. The company's primary business segments are stationery, lighters, and shavers. The stationery division produces a wide range of writing and marking instruments, including its iconic ballpoint pens, as well as pencils, markers, and coloring products. The lighters division offers a variety of pocket and multi-purpose lighters. The shavers division provides a selection of disposable razors for men and women. Bic's mission is to create high-quality, safe, and affordable essential products that are trusted and used by consumers globally.

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Declaration of Voting Results & Voting Rights Announcements Classification · 99% confidence The document title is "Déclaration du nombre total de droits de vote et du nombre d'actions composant le capital" (Declaration of the total number of voting rights and the number of shares comprising the capital) as of a specific date (January 31, 2022). This type of mandatory disclosure, often required by commercial codes (like Article L 233-8-II du code de Commerce mentioned) and financial market regulations, specifically relates to the total share capital and voting rights structure. This aligns perfectly with the definition of 'Declaration of Voting Results & Voting Rights Announcements' (DVA), which covers official results from shareholder votes or related capital structure announcements impacting voting power. Although it is a declaration of capital structure rather than the final vote tally of an AGM, it falls under the scope of voting rights announcements.
2022-02-21 French
BIC: Disclosure of total number of voting rights and number of shares forming the capital as of January 31, 2022
Notice of Dividend Amount Classification · 95% confidence The document explicitly states its purpose: 'Disclosure of total number of voting rights and number of shares forming the capital as of January 31, 2022.' It cites French regulatory articles (Code de Commerce and AMF General Regulations) which mandate this disclosure. This type of filing relates to the structure of ownership and voting power, which is a key component of corporate governance and shareholder rights reporting. While it touches upon share capital, it is not a general capital change announcement (SHA) or a director's dealing (DIRS). It is a specific regulatory disclosure concerning voting rights. Among the provided codes, 'Declaration of Voting Results & Voting Rights Announcements' (DVA) is the most appropriate fit for reporting the total number of voting rights, even though it is a static count as of a specific date rather than the result of a vote. Since it is a mandatory regulatory disclosure that doesn't fit perfectly into other categories like 10-K, ER, or DIV, and directly concerns voting rights, DVA is selected. Given the specific nature of the disclosure, confidence is high.
2022-02-21 English
BIC : RESULTATS 2021
Earnings Release Classification · 98% confidence The document is titled "BIC - RESULTATS 2021" (BIC - 2021 RESULTS) and contains extensive financial data for the full year 2021, including revenue, operating income, net income, EPS, cash flow figures, and detailed segment performance breakdowns (Human Expression, Flame For Life, Blade Excellence). It also includes forward-looking guidance for 2022 and key financial tables summarizing the year. This content structure is characteristic of a comprehensive annual financial report or an earnings release that provides full-year figures. Since the document is very long (85,109 chars) and provides detailed financial statements/tables rather than just highlights, it strongly suggests a comprehensive report. However, the presence of a specific reference to the upcoming 'Assemblée Générale du 18 Mai 2022' (General Meeting of May 18, 2022) and the detailed nature of the results presentation align closely with what is typically included in an Annual Report (10-K equivalent for non-US filers) or a detailed Earnings Release/Management Discussion. Given the depth of the financial tables and the full-year scope, it is most likely the comprehensive annual results disclosure. If this were a US filer, it would be a 10-K. For a non-US filer presenting full-year results with this level of detail, 'ER' (Earnings Release) is often used for the initial announcement, but the depth here leans towards a more comprehensive report. Since '10-K' is defined as the 'Official yearly report covering company activity and full financial performance,' and this document serves that function for the year 2021, '10-K' is the most appropriate classification for a full-year financial performance document, even if the source is non-US, as it maps to the definition. Revisiting the definitions: 'ER' is for initial announcement (key highlights only). This document has far more than key highlights. 'IR' is for Interim/Quarterly reports. This is annual. Therefore, '10-K' (Annual Report) is the best fit for a comprehensive annual financial disclosure. FY 2021
2022-02-15 French
BIC: FULL YEAR 2021 RESULTS
Earnings Release Classification · 98% confidence The document is titled "BIC - FULL YEAR 2021 RESULTS" and contains detailed financial tables for FY 2020 and FY 2021, including Net Sales, EBIT, EPS, and Free Cash Flow. It also includes operational highlights, management commentary, and a 2022 outlook. This structure is characteristic of a comprehensive annual financial report, which aligns with the definition of a 10-K (Annual Report). Although it contains dividend information (which could suggest a DIV filing), the overall scope and depth of the financial and operational review confirm it is the primary annual filing, not just a summary or a dividend notice. The length (75,088 chars) also supports it being a full report rather than a short announcement (RPA/RNS). FY 2021
2022-02-15 English
BIC: Closing of Inkbox acquisition
Report Publication Announcement Classification · 99% confidence The document announces the completion of an acquisition (Inkbox) and provides key financial details related to that transaction and the acquired company's performance (sales, EBITDA expectations). It also includes general company information and a future agenda. This type of announcement, focusing on a significant corporate event (M&A closing) and providing immediate financial context, is often released as a press release. Since it is not a full periodic report (10-K, IR), an earnings release (ER, which focuses on period results), or a specific financing document (CAP), it fits best under the general category for regulatory announcements or press releases that don't fit elsewhere. Given the options, 'Regulatory Filings' (RNS) serves as the best general category for significant, non-standard corporate news releases that are not explicitly defined elsewhere, although 'TAR' (M&A Activity) is related, this document is about the *closing* of the acquisition, not the proposal or bid itself. However, since it is a formal announcement of a major corporate action (acquisition closing) and includes financial context, it is a significant regulatory disclosure. Given the available codes, and since it's not a formal report, RNS is the most appropriate fallback for a press release detailing a major event like an acquisition closing.
2022-02-01 English
BIC: FINALISATION DE L’ACQUISITION D’INKBOX
M&A Activity Classification · 99% confidence The document is a press release dated February 1, 2022, announcing the finalization of an acquisition (Inkbox). It contains key financial highlights related to the acquired company and general corporate information about BIC, including contact details and an agenda for upcoming events. This type of announcement, which details a significant corporate event (M&A activity) but is not a formal regulatory filing like a 10-K or a detailed earnings report (IR), fits best under a general corporate announcement category. Since the core subject is the completion of a takeover/acquisition, the most specific category is 'M&A Activity' (TAR). It is too specific for a general Regulatory Filing (RNS) and does not match the criteria for an Earnings Release (ER) or a formal report (10-K, IR). Given the content focuses entirely on the transaction completion, TAR is the best fit.
2022-02-01 French

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