8-K

CRH PUBLIC LTD CO 8-K Report (Jun 15, 2006)

Filed June 15, 2006For Securities:CRH

Summary

This 8-K filing from CRH Public Limited Company (CRH) primarily serves as a notification of director/PDMR shareholding transactions, specifically concerning Joseph McCullough, a person discharging managerial responsibilities. The key event reported is the purchase of American Depositary Receipts (ADRs) by Joseph McCullough, indicating a personal investment in the company. The filing details the number of ADRs acquired, the transaction price, and the total holding following this transaction. This information is important for investors as it provides insight into the insider's confidence and investment activity in CRH.

Key Highlights

  • 1Notification of Director/PDMR Shareholding Transaction filed by CRH Public Limited Company.
  • 2Joseph McCullough, a person discharging managerial responsibilities, purchased American Depositary Receipts (ADRs).
  • 320,000 ADRs were acquired by Joseph McCullough.
  • 4The purchase price per ADR was US$31.0296.
  • 5Joseph McCullough's total holding following the transaction is 158,609, including 24,093 ADRs.
  • 6The transaction was notified in accordance with Market Abuse Rules.
  • 7The issuer was informed of the transaction on June 14, 2006.

Frequently Asked Questions

Joseph McCullough is identified as a person discharging managerial responsibilities within CRH plc. The filing does not specify his exact title, but his involvement in share transactions indicates a senior position within the company.

Joseph McCullough purchased American Depositary Receipts (ADRs) representing ordinary shares of CRH plc.

This transaction is being reported as required by regulations concerning the disclosure of share dealings by directors and persons discharging managerial responsibilities. It provides transparency to investors regarding insider investment activities in the company.

The filing indicates a purchase of 20,000 ADRs, increasing Joseph McCullough's total holding to 158,609. While this is a personal investment, the significance relative to the total issued shares would require further context not provided in this specific filing. However, insider purchases generally signal positive sentiment.