LONDON - Britvic (LON:BVIC) plc, a renowned British producer of soft drinks, has publicly disclosed the total number of ordinary shares and voting rights in the company as of January 2, 2025. The announcement, made in compliance with the City Code on Takeovers and Mergers, indicates that Britvic has 248,907,262 ordinary shares in issue, each with a nominal value of 20 pence and an International Securities Identification Number (ISIN) of GB00B0N8QD54.
This figure is significant for shareholders as it allows them to ascertain their percentage holdings in the company's issued share capital. Additionally, it is crucial for adhering to the Financial Conduct Authority’s Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules, which mandate shareholders to notify their interest in, or changes to their interest in, the company.
In the same announcement, Britvic mentioned its American Depositary Receipts (ADRs) program, which is sponsored by the Bank of New York Mellon (NYSE:BK). The ADRs, which represent two ordinary shares of Britvic each, are traded on the OTCQX market under the trading symbol BTVCY and have an ISIN of US1111901047.
The disclosure is a routine regulatory requirement and comes amidst a backdrop where financial advisers and corporate brokers are actively engaged with the company. Morgan Stanley & Co (NYSE:MS). International plc and Europa Partners Limited are serving as financial advisers, with Linklaters LLP acting as legal adviser to Britvic.
This announcement is based on a press release statement from Britvic plc and is intended to provide shareholders and the market with transparent information regarding the company’s share capital and voting rights. It does not imply any offer or invitation to buy or sell shares or ADRs of Britvic plc.
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