8-K

CRH PUBLIC LTD CO 8-K Report (Aug 21, 2003)

Filed August 21, 2003For Securities:CRH

Summary

This 8-K filing from CRH Public Limited Company (CRH) reports a significant change in its shareholder structure. On August 21, 2003, CRH was notified that The Capital Group Companies, Inc. (CGC), through its various affiliates, acquired a substantial interest in the company. As of August 19, 2003, CGC held 24,877,842 ordinary shares, representing 4.72% of CRH's issued ordinary share capital.

Key Highlights

  • 1CRH Public Limited Company (CRH) filed an 8-K report on August 21, 2003.
  • 2The filing discloses a significant shareholder notification received on August 21, 2003.
  • 3The Capital Group Companies, Inc. (CGC), acting on behalf of its affiliates, notified CRH of its holdings.
  • 4As of August 19, 2003, CGC held an interest in 24,877,842 CRH Ordinary Shares.
  • 5This shareholding represents 4.72% of CRH's issued Ordinary Share Capital.
  • 6The notification was made pursuant to Section 67 of the Companies Act 1990.

Frequently Asked Questions

CGC is a global investment management firm. The notification specifies that their holdings were on behalf of their affiliates, including Capital International S.A., Capital International, Inc., Capital International Limited, and Capital Guardian Trust Company.

A 4.72% stake is a notable holding by a single entity. While not a controlling stake, it indicates substantial investment from a major institutional investor, which could influence market perception and potentially future corporate actions.

This section of the Irish Companies Act 1990 typically relates to requirements for substantial shareholders to notify the company when their holdings reach or exceed certain thresholds. It ensures transparency regarding significant ownership changes in public companies.

No, this 8-K filing specifically relates to a change in substantial shareholding. It does not contain information about any changes to CRH's management or board of directors.