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On April 26, 2022, Danone held its Shareholders' Meeting, attended by 66.98% of its shareholders. All resolutions proposed by the Board were approved, including the financial statements for 2021 and a dividend distribution of €1.94 per share, payable on May 12, 2022. The meeting also confirmed the appointment of new Board members. Additionally, the Board agreed to cancel 13.2 million treasury shares and continue an Employee Share Subscription Plan, allowing eligible employees to subscribe to new shares at a 30% discount.
Danone reported net sales of €6.236 billion in Q1 2022, marking a 7.1% like-for-like increase, attributed to a 4.9% price rise and 2.2% volume/mix growth. All regions showed positive performance: Europe up 5.7%, North America 5.5%, and China/North Asia 15.3%. Despite significant supply challenges and mid-teens inflation, Danone reiterated its 2022 guidance for a 3-5% like-for-like sales growth and an operating margin above 12%. The company continues to focus on product mix management and productivity improvements.
DANONE has released an update regarding its total number of shares and voting rights as of March 31, 2022. The company reports a total of 687,682,489 shares outstanding. The total theoretical voting rights are 712,802,904, while the total exercisable voting rights are 663,211,305. This information is disclosed in compliance with the French Commercial Code and the Financial Markets Authority regulations, ensuring transparency for shareholders and stakeholders.
Danone has announced its Combined Shareholders’ Meeting set for April 26, 2022, at 2:30 PM Paris time at the Maison de la Mutualité.
The preliminary notice was published on February 28, with the official notice released on April 4. Shareholders can find detailed participation and voting information on Danone’s website.
Notably, shareholders holding 0.8% of the company’s capital have requested the inclusion of a draft resolution in the agenda.
Danone has restated its 2020 and 2021 key financial indicators to align with new operating segments: Europe, North America, China & Oceania, and Rest of the World. Key figures show a total net sales of €23.6 billion in 2020 and €24.3 billion in 2021. The recurring operating margin remained stable at approximately 14%. Like-for-like sales growth varied across regions, with North America showing a positive growth trend, while Europe and China faced declines. The company plans to report organic sales growth differently, reflecting new volume and mix disclosures.
Danone has filed its 2021 Universal Registration Document with the French Financial Markets Authority on March 16, 2022. The document includes key components such as:
- Annual Financial Report
- Board of Directors’ corporate governance report
- Description of the share buyback program
- Management report featuring a non-financial performance statement
This document is publicly accessible on Danone's website under the Investors section.
Danone S.A. has reported its total number of shares and voting rights as of February 28, 2022. The company has 687,682,489 shares outstanding. The total theoretical voting rights stand at 712,874,930, while the total exercisable voting rights are 663,283,331. This information is provided to comply with French regulations regarding transparency and shareholder rights.
Danone has announced the availability of its 2021 consolidated financial statements and the statutory auditors’ report. These documents, detailing the company’s financial performance for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021, are accessible online through their website.
For more information, the materials can be found in the Investors section under Regulated Information at www.danone.com.
Danone's new CEO, Antoine de Saint-Affrique, unveiled the "Renew Danone" strategic plan at a Capital Market Event aimed at restoring growth and enhancing value creation. The plan focuses on four pillars: restoring competitiveness, selective expansion, future growth avenues, and active portfolio rotation. Targets for 2022 include price-led sales growth between +3% and +5% and a recurring operating margin above 12%. The strategy emphasizes capital discipline, increased investments, and prioritizing consumer needs, aiming for a sustainable growth model.
Danone announces the proposal of three independent Directors for its Board, subject to shareholder approval during the 2022 Shareholders’ Meeting. The candidates include Patrice Louvet, CEO of Ralph Lauren; Géraldine Picaud, CFO of Holcim; and Susan Roberts, a nutrition expert at Tufts University. This move is part of Danone's ongoing Board renewal strategy, aiming for 80% independence and gender parity by 2023, alongside a blend of global experience in Consumer Goods, Health, and Sustainability.
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