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Latest filing 2020-04-21 AGM Information
Country BE Belgium
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About Sofina SA

https://www.sofinagroup.com/

Sofina is a family-run investment company that partners with entrepreneurs and families, providing patient capital and supportive advice to foster sustainable growth. The firm utilizes complementary investment styles, making both direct and indirect investments, often as a minority equity investor. It specializes in private equity and venture capital, investing in a diversified portfolio of growing companies across various sectors such as consumer goods, B2B services, telecommunications, and finance. Sofina focuses on creating enduring value for its partners and stakeholders by backing businesses managed by like-minded individuals.

Recent filings

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FSMA - oproeping en persbericht 21042020.pdf
AGM Information Classification · 98% confidence The document is titled 'Persbericht' (Press Release) and explicitly calls for an 'Oproeping tot de Buitengewone en Gewone Algemene Vergaderingen van Aandeelhouders' (Notice of the Extraordinary and Ordinary General Meetings of Shareholders) scheduled for May 7, 2020. It details significant procedural changes due to COVID-19, specifically regarding remote participation, voting procedures, and the right to ask questions for these upcoming meetings. This content directly relates to the formal process and materials surrounding a General Meeting of Shareholders. While it contains elements of a notice, the core subject matter is the meeting itself and the associated voting/participation rules, making 'AGM Information' (AGM-R) the most appropriate classification, as it covers presentations and materials shared during or related to the AGM. It is not a DEF 14A (Remuneration) or a DVA (Declaration of Voting Results), but rather the notice/procedural update leading up to the AGM.
2020-04-21 Dutch
200326_SOFINA_RA2019_DIG FR .pdf
Annual Report Classification · 100% confidence The document is titled 'RAPPORT ANNUEL 2019' (Annual Report 2019) and contains comprehensive financial data, including consolidated financial statements, key figures, management reports, and governance information for the fiscal year 2019. It is a full-length report rather than an announcement or summary, fitting the definition of an Annual Report (10-K). FY 2019
2020-03-26 French
200326_SOFINA_RA2019_DIG NL.pdf
Annual Report Classification · 100% confidence The document is titled 'JAARVERSLAG 2019' (Annual Report 2019) for the company Sofina. It contains comprehensive financial data, including a 'Bericht aan de aandeelhouders' (Message to shareholders), 'Kerncijfers' (Key figures), 'Verslag van de Raad van Bestuur' (Board of Directors report), and 'Rekeningen en toelichtingen' (Financial statements and notes). This aligns perfectly with the definition of an Annual Report (10-K). FY 2019
2020-03-26 Dutch
Communiqué de presse - 26 mars 2020.pdf
Board/Management Information Classification · 99% confidence The document is a press release dated March 26, 2020, announcing several key corporate events. The main topics covered are: 1) A change in the Chairman of the Board (Sir David Verey stepping down, Mr. Dominique Lancksweert nominated). 2) Proposals for director mandate renewals and the nomination of a new statutory auditor (Ernst & Young) to be voted on at the upcoming Annual General Meeting (AGM). 3) The approval and publication of the 2019 Annual Report, with a direct link provided. 4) The convocation of an Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) on the same day as the AGM. Since the document explicitly announces management changes (Chairman change, director nominations) and also mentions the publication of the Annual Report and the upcoming AGM, it strongly relates to Board/Management Information (MANG) and AGM proceedings. However, the most prominent and immediate news items are the leadership changes and the announcement of the AGM agenda items related to governance and management. Given the explicit mention of 'Changement de Présidence' and 'proposition de renouvellements de mandats d'administrateurs', the 'Board/Management Information' (MANG) category is highly relevant. It also touches upon AGM matters, but MANG covers the specific personnel changes detailed. Since it is an announcement about management changes and upcoming shareholder votes on directors, MANG is the best fit among the specific codes, although AGM-R is also relevant due to the AGM context. I will prioritize the management/board change aspect.
2020-03-26 French
Persbericht - 26 maart 2020.pdf
Report Publication Announcement Classification · 99% confidence The document is a press release dated March 26, 2020, announcing several key corporate actions. The main topics covered are: 1) Changes in the Chairman of the Board (Sir David Verey stepping down, Mr. Dominique Lancksweert appointed). 2) Proposals for reappointing directors and appointing a new statutory auditor (Ernst & Young). 3) Approval and publication of the 2019 Annual Report (Jaarverslag 2019), with a direct link provided. 4) Calling for an Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) alongside the Ordinary General Meeting (AGM). The document explicitly mentions the approval and publication of the 'Jaarverslag 2019' (Annual Report 2019) and provides a link to it. However, the document itself is an announcement detailing these items, including management changes and AGM logistics, rather than the full Annual Report (10-K) or the Audit Report (AR). Since it announces the publication of the Annual Report and discusses board changes and AGM logistics, it strongly aligns with an announcement regarding corporate governance and upcoming meetings. The mention of board changes (MANG) and the upcoming AGM (AGM-R) are present, but the most encompassing action is the announcement of multiple corporate events, including the release of the annual report. Given the content covers management changes, AGM proposals, and the publication of the annual report, it fits best as a general regulatory announcement or a combination of governance/report publication. Since it announces the publication of the Annual Report and discusses board changes, it is a hybrid. The 'Report Publication Announcement' (RPA) definition applies because it states the 'Jaarverslag 2019' is published and provides a link. However, the significant focus on Board changes (MANG) and AGM logistics suggests a broader corporate governance announcement. Since the document is short (4338 chars) and primarily serves to inform about the release of the Annual Report and management changes, classifying it as a Report Publication Announcement (RPA) is appropriate based on Rule 2, as it is an announcement *about* the report's release. Alternatively, given the heavy focus on board changes and AGM proposals, it could be seen as a governance filing. I will prioritize the explicit mention of the report publication combined with the short length, leaning towards RPA, but MANG is also highly relevant. Given the structure, it is a press release covering multiple governance aspects, including the release of the annual report. I will select RPA as it covers the act of publishing the report mentioned.
2020-03-26 Dutch
Sofina SA - Communiqué de presse - rachat d'actions propres 28 11 2019.pdf
Transaction in Own Shares Classification · 100% confidence The document is titled 'Communiqué de presse' (Press Release) and explicitly states it is a 'Publication relative à un rachat d'actions propres' (Publication relating to a share repurchase). It details the number of shares bought back, the dates, prices, and the total held by the company during a specific period (November 19 to November 28, 2019). This directly corresponds to the definition of 'Transaction in Own Shares' (POS), which covers share repurchase reports.
2019-11-28 French

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