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Spirent Communications PLC — Investor Relations & Filings

Ticker · SPT ISIN · GB0004726096 LEI · 213800HKCUNWP1916L38 IL Telecommunications, computer programming, consultancy, computing infrastructure, and other information service activities
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Latest filing 2024-10-29 Major Shareholding Noti…
Country GB United Kingdom
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About Spirent Communications PLC

https://www.spirent.com/

Spirent Communications is a global provider of automated testing and assurance solutions for networks, cybersecurity, and positioning. The company's portfolio enables technology developers, service providers, and enterprises to validate and optimize new technologies and services throughout their lifecycle. Key offerings include solutions for validating 5G and next-generation networks, ensuring the performance of positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT) systems through GNSS simulation, and testing security infrastructure against threats. Spirent's solutions are designed to help customers accelerate development, reduce operational complexity, enhance user experience, and secure their networks and devices. The company supports innovation in development labs, communication networks, and IT organizations by providing tools to manage the increasing complexity and security vulnerabilities of modern technologies.

Recent filings

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Form 8.3 - Spirent Communications plc
Major Shareholding Notification Classification · 99% confidence The document is explicitly titled "FORM 8.3 - Spirent Communications plc" and references "Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code (the “Code”)". Form 8.3 is a mandatory disclosure required under the UK Takeover Code when a person holding interests in relevant securities of an offeror or offeree reaches or crosses the 1% threshold during an offer period. This form details the person's position and any dealings undertaken. This specific type of disclosure, related to insider/major shareholder activity during a takeover scenario, does not fit neatly into the standard SEC filings (10-K, ER, IR) or general corporate actions (DIV, CAP). It is a specific regulatory disclosure related to a takeover/merger situation. While it relates to share ownership/dealing, the context of the Takeover Code (Rule 8.3) makes it distinct from standard Director's Dealing (DIRS) or Major Shareholding Notification (MRQ). Given the options, this is a highly specific regulatory filing related to a potential takeover, which is best categorized under the general regulatory filing fallback, RNS, or potentially TAR (M&A Activity), but since it is a specific disclosure form (Form 8.3) related to an ongoing offer, RNS is the most appropriate general regulatory category if a specific 'Takeover Disclosure' code is unavailable. However, since the content is entirely about dealing/position disclosure during an offer, and DIRS is for general insider trades, and MRQ is for major shareholding changes outside of an active offer context, RNS serves as the best fit for this non-standard regulatory document.
2024-10-29 English
Form 8.3 - Spirent Communications plc
Major Shareholding Notification Classification · 99% confidence The document is explicitly titled "FORM 8.3 - Spirent Communications plc" and contains the header "PUBLIC OPENING POSITION DISCLOSURE/DEALING DISCLOSURE BY A PERSON WITH INTERESTS IN RELEVANT SECURITIES REPRESENTING 1% OR MORE" referencing "Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code (the “Code”)". This form is used in the context of a takeover offer to disclose interests and dealings by parties involved. This type of disclosure, related to takeover activity and insider dealing/position reporting under a specific regulatory code (Takeover Code), most closely aligns with the scope of M&A Activity (TAR) or potentially a specific type of regulatory filing. Since the definitions provided do not have a specific code for Takeover Code Disclosures (like Form 8.3), and it directly relates to a takeover situation involving Spirent Communications plc, it falls under M&A Activity (TAR). It is not a general Earnings Release (ER), Annual Report (10-K), or Director's Dealing (DIRS) which typically refers to Form 3/4/5 filings, but rather a specific disclosure mandated during a takeover process.
2024-10-28 English
Holding(s) in Company
Major Shareholding Notification Classification · 99% confidence The document is explicitly labeled with 'RNS Number' and contains the standard header 'This information is provided by RNS, the news service of the London Stock Exchange.' The content details a 'TR-1: Standard form for notification of major holdings' regarding an acquisition/disposal of voting rights by UBS Group AG, crossing a threshold. This type of mandatory disclosure concerning significant changes in share ownership is a specific regulatory filing. While it relates to shareholding changes (which could sometimes fall under MRQ), the format and source (RNS) strongly suggest a general regulatory announcement. Since 'Major Shareholding Notification' (MRQ) is defined as 'Notification of changes in significant share ownership levels (crossing thresholds)', this is the most precise fit, although RNS is the general regulatory fallback. Given the specific content of a TR-1 form, MRQ is the best classification.
2024-10-28 English
Form 8.3 - Spirent Communications plc
Major Shareholding Notification Classification · 99% confidence The document is explicitly titled "FORM 8.3 - Spirent Communications plc" and references "Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code (the “Code”)". Form 8.3 is a mandatory disclosure required under the UK Takeover Code when a person holding a 1% or greater interest in the relevant securities of an offeror or offeree deals or holds a position during an offer period. This type of disclosure relates to insider dealings or significant position changes during a takeover/merger scenario. This aligns most closely with M&A Activity (TAR) or Director's Dealing (DIRS), but since it specifically concerns dealings related to a takeover offer (as indicated by the reference to the Takeover Code and the structure of Form 8.3), it is a specific type of transaction disclosure related to M&A. However, looking at the provided codes, 'TAR' is for M&A Activity (proposals/bids), and 'DIRS' is for Director's Dealing (insider trades). Form 8.3 is a specific disclosure for parties involved in a takeover bid. Given the options, this is a disclosure related to a potential takeover/offer situation, making 'TAR' (M&A Activity) the most relevant category, as it details positions and dealings during an active offer period concerning Spirent Communications plc. If 'TAR' is interpreted strictly as the proposal/bid itself, then 'DIRS' (Director's Dealing) might be considered, but Form 8.3 is broader than just director dealings; it covers any person with a 1% interest. Since the context is clearly an ongoing offer scenario, TAR is the best fit among the choices for disclosures triggered by M&A events.
2024-10-25 English
Director/PDMR Shareholding
Director's Dealing Classification · 100% confidence The document is identified by the 'RNS Number' header and explicitly states it is provided by 'RNS, the news service of the London Stock Exchange'. The content details a 'DIRECTOR / PDMR SHAREHOLDING' transaction involving a CFO purchasing shares under an employee plan. This type of insider transaction report, especially when disseminated via RNS, falls under the category of Director's Dealing (DIRS). Although RNS is mentioned, the specific content is clearly about insider trading, making DIRS the most precise classification over the general RNS fallback.
2024-10-25 English
Holding(s) in Company
Major Shareholding Notification Classification · 99% confidence The document is explicitly labeled with 'RNS Number' and contains the standard header 'This information is provided by RNS, the news service of the London Stock Exchange.' The content details a 'TR-1: Standard form for notification of major holdings' regarding an acquisition of voting rights by UBS Group AG, crossing a threshold. This type of mandatory disclosure concerning changes in significant share ownership is best classified under Major Shareholding Notification (MRQ). Although it is distributed via RNS, the core subject matter is the change in holding, making MRQ more specific than the general RNS fallback.
2024-10-24 English

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