Informa.com - Shareholder FAQs

How do I find out my shareholder reference/account number?

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You can call the company’s Registrar on 0870 707 4040 (calls to this number cost 10p per minute depending on the service provider; lines open 8.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday). The Computershare overseas helpline number is +44 (0)870 707 4040.

How can I invest in Informa’s shares?

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Informa plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a constituent of the FTSE 250. Potential investors should be able to acquire shares through their stockbroker. If you do not have a stockbroker, it is possible to buy shares from a reputable online share dealing service. A list of online trading services is available at http://www.about-online-trading.co.uk

On which stock exchange are Informa’s shares traded?

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Informa is listed on the London Stock Exchange.

What is the stock/ticker symbol for Informa?

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The symbol for Informa is INF.

How do I obtain historical share prices?

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Historical share prices can be found under share price within the Investor Relations section on this website.

How do I transfer my shares to another person?

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You will need to obtain a stock transfer form from the company’s Registrar, and return this together with your share certificate(s) to arrange the transfer of ownership. For further information and to obtain a stock transfer form, please contact the Registrar by writing to: Computershare Investor Services (Jersey) Limited, Queensway House, Hilgrove Street, St Helier, Jersey, JE1 1ES Or by calling 0870 707 4040 (calls to this number cost 10p per minutedepending on the service provider; lines open 8.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday). The Computershare overseas helpline number is +44 (0)870 707 4040 .

How do I check a shareholding?

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Shareholdings can be checked online by going to http://www.investorcentre.co.uk/je or by contacting the Registrar at: Computershare Investor Services (Jersey) Limited, Queensway House, Hilgrove Street, St Helier, Jersey, JE1 1ES Or by calling 0870 707 4040 (calls to this number cost 10p per minutedepending on the service provider; lines open 8.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday). The Computershare overseas helpline number is +44 (0)870 707 4040 .

I have recently changed my name, what do I do?

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Write to the company’s Registrar giving full details of the following: • Your old name • Your new name • A copy of any legal documentation, such as marriage certificate or deed poll. Where your name has changed as a result of separation or divorce, and you wish to revert to your maiden name, a copy of any supporting documentation must be sent to the Registrar. All correspondence must be signed. Please send these to: Computershare Investor Services (Jersey) Limited, Queensway House, Hilgrove Street, St Helier, Jersey, JE1 1ES

What am I entitled to as a registered shareholder?

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As a shareholder in Informa you are entitled to: • Dividends • Attendance and voting at the AGM • Financial information on the company, including the annual report

How can I check Informa’s share price?

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You can check Informa’s share price by visiting the homepage of this website or the share price within the Investor Relations section.

I have a question about the tax on my shares/dividends – whom do I speak to?

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You need to speak to your financial advisor.

Can I consolidate my share accounts/share certificates?

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Yes, if you have several share accounts or share certificates, you may wish to consolidate these and have them replaced with one share account or share certificate. You should write and send your certificates to the company’s Registrar: Computershare Investor Services (Jersey) Limited, Queensway House, Hilgrove Street, St Helier, Jersey, JE1 1ES

I have lost my share certificate. How do I get a new one?

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You will need to advise the Registrar – in writing – which share certificate is lost and you will be sent a Letter of Indemnity for completion. You should sign and return this to the Registrar to enable a duplicate share certificate to be issued. You can contact the Registrar at: Computershare Investor Services (Jersey) Limited, Queensway House, Hilgrove Street, St Helier, Jersey, JE1 1ES. Or by calling 0870 707 4040 (calls to this number cost 10p per minutedepending on the service provider; lines open 8.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday). The Computershare overseas helpline number is +44 (0)870 707 4040 .

When does Informa pay dividends?

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Informa pays dividends twice a year, usually in May/June and September/October.

What does ‘ex-dividend’ mean?

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This is a description that is quoted next to a share price. It translates as ‘without dividend’ and means that the next dividend payment is not included in the price of the share. This is necessary because the dividend is paid to all shareholders who were on the register at close of trading on a specified date. Any shareholder buying shares who is registered after this day will not receive the dividend. To compensate for this, the market price usually drops by the amount of the dividend payment and to the description ‘xd’ is added to share price quotations to confirm that this has happened. To avoid confusion around this time, prices are sometimes quoted ‘cum dividend’ (meaning ‘with dividend’) which means that the buyer will be entitled to the next dividend payment and the share price has not been adjusted.

What is a tax credit on a dividend?

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A dividend is normally paid net of a portion of tax, referred to as a ‘tax credit’, which is then used by the company to pay the Corporation Tax that is charged on its profits. The portion of tax credit is currently fixed at one tenth of the gross dividend. The Registrar will send you a tax voucher on behalf of the company which shows the amount of tax credit paid on each dividend. You should keep this document as the Inland Revenue may ask you for the information. If you are a lower rate taxpayer, you cannot normally reclaim the tax credit but if you pay tax at the higher rate, you may have to pay a further liability. For more information on your personal tax position, you should contact your financial advisor. The Registrar can issue a replacement tax voucher. There is no charge if the request is made within one month of the payment. After this time, there is a charge for the first replacement and a secondary charge for additional replacement.

Can my dividend be reinvested and used to purchase more shares?

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You can elect to join the Dividend Reinvestment Plan (DRIP) whereby your cash dividend is used to purchase further shares in the company, thus increasing your shareholding. To join, contact the company’s Registrar at: Computershare Investor Services (Jersey) Limited, Queensway House, Hilgrove Street, St Helier, Jersey, JE1 1ES Or by calling 0870 707 4040 (calls to this number cost 10p per minutedepending on the service provider; lines open 8.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday). The Computershare overseas helpline number is +44 (0)870 707 4040 .

Can I have dividends paid directly to my bank account?

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Yes. You will need to complete a Bank Mandate Form which can be downloaded here at http://www.shareview.co.uk/HelpCentre/Pages/FormsArchive.aspx or write to the company’s Registrar at: Computershare Investor Services (Jersey) Limited, Queensway House Hilgrove Street St Helier Jersey. Or by calling 0870 707 4040 (calls to this number cost 10p per minutedepending on the service provider; lines open 8.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday). The Computershare overseas helpline number is +44 (0)870 707 4040 .

My dividend cheque is out of date, can I have it reissued?

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Yes but you must return your cheque to the company’s Registrar to be reissued. Cheques are valid for six months from the date of issue. The Registrar’s details are: Computershare Investor Services (Jersey) Limited Queensway House Hilgrove Street St Helier Jersey JE1 1ES.

I have not received my dividend monies/cheque, whom do I contact?

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Please contact the company’s Registrar at Computershare Investor Services (Jersey) Limited, Queensway House, Hilgrove Street, St Helier, Jersey, JE1 1ES. Or by calling 0870 707 4040 (calls to this number cost 10p per minutedepending on the service provider; lines open 8.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday). The Computershare overseas helpline number is +44 (0)870 707 4040 .

I live abroad – can I receive dividends in my local currency?

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Yes the Registrar’s Overseas Payment Service enables you to receive your dividend directly into your bank account in your local currency. Please note that the Registrar will deduct a payment charge form each dividend payment before converting it into your chosen currency. Your tax voucher will be despatched in the usual manner. This is a service that can be arranged in over 30 countries worldwide and it normally costs less than paying in a UK cheque. The dividend will be credited to your account automatically – normally just a few days after the company’s dividend payment date. For further information on this service, or to sign up for this service, please visit http://www.shareview.co.uk, click on ‘Shareholder Centre’ and then ‘Overseas Payment Service’ from the left hand menu. At the foot of this page click on ‘Countries and forms’ then choose your country of residence to download an application form and terms and conditions. Should you wish to sign up for this service, after reading the terms and conditions, please complete and return it to the relevant address.

Can I receive shareholder communications electronically?

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We send most shareholder communications electronically through our website. This includes the annual report. This includes all shareholders except those who have told us they wish to receive these communications via email or in paper form. Shareholders are informed when a new communication is available on the website. If you would prefer to receive shareholder communications via email, then you need to create an Investor Centre by visiting http://investorcentre.co.uk/je and register using your shareholder reference number.

Who will use my email address?

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Your email address will only be used by the company’s Registrar, Equiniti, for shareholder communications relating to Informa plc.

Why do I need to give you my shareholder details?

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This is for security reasons.

Can I change my mind?

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Yes you can stop receiving information by email by changing your election on your account in Shareview. Or by writing to: Equiniti (Jersey) Limited, PO Box 75, 26 New Street, St Helier, Jersey, Channel Islands. JE4 8PP.

How do I change my email address later if I need to?

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You can change your email address by selecting the ‘Address Change’ button at the right of the screen when you log on to your account in the Investor Centre.

What happens if the Registrar cannot contact me by email?

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You should make sure that your email address on your Investor Centre account is up to date. If the Registrar is unable to send your shareholder communications because the address you have given is not registered, they will send a paper copy of the email by post within 48 hours.

Shareholder FAQs

How do I find out my shareholder reference/account number?

Answer

How can I invest in Informa’s shares?

Answer

On which stock exchange are Informa’s shares traded?

Answer

What is the stock/ticker symbol for Informa?

Answer

How do I obtain historical share prices?

Answer

How do I transfer my shares to another person?

Answer

How do I check a shareholding?

Answer

I have recently changed my name, what do I do?

Answer

What am I entitled to as a registered shareholder?

Answer

How can I check Informa’s share price?

Answer

I have a question about the tax on my shares/dividends – whom do I speak to?

Answer

Can I consolidate my share accounts/share certificates?

Answer

I have lost my share certificate. How do I get a new one?

Answer

When does Informa pay dividends?

Answer

What does ‘ex-dividend’ mean?

Answer

What is a tax credit on a dividend?

Answer

Can my dividend be reinvested and used to purchase more shares?

Answer

Can I have dividends paid directly to my bank account?

Answer

My dividend cheque is out of date, can I have it reissued?

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I have not received my dividend monies/cheque, whom do I contact?

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I live abroad – can I receive dividends in my local currency?

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Can I receive shareholder communications electronically?

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Who will use my email address?

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Why do I need to give you my shareholder details?

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Can I change my mind?

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How do I change my email address later if I need to?

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What happens if the Registrar cannot contact me by email?

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