8-K

CRH PUBLIC LTD CO 8-K Report (Sep 7, 2012)

Filed September 7, 2012For Securities:CRH

Summary

CRH Public Limited Company (CRH) filed an 8-K report on September 7, 2012, detailing an offer to shareholders regarding the interim dividend for the year ending December 31, 2012. The company is offering shareholders the option to receive new ordinary shares instead of cash for the interim dividend of 18.5 cents per share, payable on October 19, 2012. This 'Scrip Dividend Offer' allows investors to increase their stake in CRH without incurring additional dealing costs or stamp duty. The price for each new share under this offer is set at €14.27. The entitlement ratio for receiving new shares varies depending on whether dividend withholding tax applies. The company also outlined the basis of calculation for the new share price, referencing the average of high and low share prices over three business days commencing August 22, 2012, as quoted on the Irish Stock Exchange. This filing is important for shareholders to understand their options and make informed decisions regarding their dividend payouts.

Key Highlights

  • 1CRH is offering a Scrip Dividend Alternative for its interim dividend of 18.5 cents per share, payable on October 19, 2012.
  • 2Shareholders can elect to receive new ordinary shares instead of cash, avoiding dealing costs and stamp duty.
  • 3The price for new shares under the Scrip Dividend Offer is set at €14.27 per share.
  • 4Entitlement ratios for new shares depend on whether dividend withholding tax applies (1 new share per 96.418919 shares with tax, 1 new share per 77.135135 shares without tax).
  • 5The new shares issued will rank pari passu with existing ordinary shares and will be entitled to future dividends.
  • 6The latest date for shareholders to submit completed Election and Mandate Forms is October 4, 2012.
  • 7If all shareholders opted for new shares, it would represent a 1.30% increase in CRH's issued ordinary share capital.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to inform CRH shareholders about the option to receive new ordinary shares instead of a cash payment for the company's interim dividend. This is part of CRH's Scrip Dividend Scheme.

The interim dividend is 18.5 cent per ordinary share. The price for each new ordinary share offered under the Scrip Dividend Offer is €14.27.

Shareholders must carefully consider the terms and conditions of the Scrip Dividend Scheme, including potential tax implications outlined in Section 3 of the provided documentation. The decision depends on their investment strategy, tax situation, and desire to increase their shareholding in CRH without immediate transaction costs.

The latest date for receipt of completed Election and Mandate Forms to participate in the Scrip Dividend Offer for the interim dividend is 12 noon on October 4, 2012.