8-K

CRH PUBLIC LTD CO 8-K Report (Nov 14, 2013)

Filed November 14, 2013For Securities:CRH

Summary

This 8-K filing from CRH Public Ltd Co (CRH) primarily serves as a notification of transactions by a Person Discharging Managerial Responsibility (PDMR) and related disclosure requirements under Irish Stock Exchange Listing Rule 6.10. The key event detailed is the purchase of 5,200 ordinary shares by Ernst Bärtschi, a PDMR, on November 12, 2013, at a price of €19.0578 per share. This transaction represents a minor increase in Mr. Bärtschi's direct shareholding and contributes to his total holding of 7,200 ordinary shares, representing approximately 0.000982% of the issued class. While the transaction size is small relative to the company's overall share count, it provides insight into insider activity and confidence in the company's stock.

Key Highlights

  • 1Notification of share purchase by a Person Discharging Managerial Responsibility (PDMR), Ernst Bärtschi.
  • 2Ernst Bärtschi acquired 5,200 ordinary shares of CRH plc.
  • 3The purchase price per share was €19.0578.
  • 4The transaction occurred on November 12, 2013.
  • 5Following the purchase, Mr. Bärtschi's total holding increased to 7,200 ordinary shares.
  • 6This holding represents approximately 0.000982% of the issued class of ordinary shares.
  • 7The filing also includes disclosures required by the Irish Stock Exchange Listing Rule 6.10.

Frequently Asked Questions

Ernst Bärtschi is identified as a Person Discharging Managerial Responsibility (PDMR) within CRH plc. Regulations require disclosure of transactions by such individuals to ensure transparency and inform investors about insider activity.

The transaction involves 5,200 shares, which is a relatively small number when compared to CRH's total outstanding shares. While it indicates insider buying, it does not represent a substantial change in the company's overall ownership structure or financial position.

The percentage of the issued class indicates the proportion of the company's total ordinary shares that Mr. Bärtschi's holding represents. In this case, his total holding of 7,200 shares is a very small fraction (0.000982%) of all CRH ordinary shares in circulation.

Yes, the filing also contains information required by the Irish Stock Exchange Listing Rule 6.10, which mandates the disclosure of interests in securities by directors, secretaries, or their connected persons. However, the primary event notified is the PDMR share purchase.