PUBLICIS GROUP SA S/ADR - PUBGY STOCK NEWS

Publicis Groupe has reported liquidity contract updates with Kepler Cheuvreux as of June 30, 2022. The account holds 202,432 shares valued at €7,203,997.37. The buy side executed 9,750 transactions with a traded volume of 2,624,500 shares worth €145,487,112.37, while the sell side saw 9,316 transactions and a traded volume of 2,475,568 shares worth €138,749,306.99. Previous statements reflected a decrease in shares and liquidity, indicating evolving market activity.

Publicis Groupe S.A. (Euronext Paris: PUB) held its Combined General Shareholders' Meeting on July 4, 2022, with a quorum of 76%. All 31 resolutions were adopted, including the renewal of Élisabeth Badinter's term and the appointment of Tidjane Thiam to the Supervisory Board. A 20% increase in the dividend to €2.40 per share was approved, with payment set for July 6, 2022. CEO Arthur Sadoun reported strong results amid macroeconomic uncertainties and projected organic growth between 4% and 5% for 2022, reflecting the company's growth potential in a challenging environment.

Publicis Groupe has announced the acquisition of Profitero, a leading global SaaS ecommerce intelligence platform, aimed at enhancing online sales and profitability for brands.

With Profitero's data analytics capabilities, the combined entity will provide brands with actionable insights for over 70 million products across 700 retail websites in more than 50 countries.

Publicis plans to leverage Profitero's technology to create a unique commerce platform that optimizes product visibility, content, and pricing, ultimately driving growth for its clients.

The 2021 Universal Registration Document for Publicis Groupe S.A. has been filed with the French Financial Markets Regulatory Authority (AMF) on April 25, 2022. This document includes the annual financial report, Management Board's report, corporate governance report, and statutory auditors' reports. An English version will be released soon. The General Shareholders’ Meeting convening notice will be published on May 6, 2022, with necessary documents available for shareholders. Publicis Groupe operates globally, focusing on communication, marketing transformation, and technology.

Publicis Groupe will hold its General Meeting on May 25, 2022, at 10 a.m. in Paris to discuss business and financial results. Shareholders will vote on important resolutions, including the renewal of Élisabeth Badinter's term and the appointment of Tidjane Thiam to the Supervisory Board. A dividend of 2.40 euros per share is proposed, with an ex-dividend date of July 4, 2022. Thiam's appointment aims to enhance the board's international experience, following his tenure at major financial institutions.

Publicis Groupe reported a strong Q1 2022 performance with net revenue of €2,800 million, a 17.1% increase from €2,392 million in Q1 2021. Organic growth reached +10.5%, significantly exceeding expectations. Key drivers included an +18.5% growth at Publicis Sapient and robust performances in all regions: U.S. +8.0%, Europe +14.9%, and Asia +14.4%. The company confirmed its 2022 guidance, now targeting the upper range of +4 to +5% organic growth. Net debt increased to €718 million, while liquidity remains strong at €5.0 billion.

Publicis Groupe has announced the immediate cessation of its business and investments in Russia, transferring ownership of its agencies to local management led by Sergey Koptev. This decision follows the group's condemnation of the invasion of Ukraine, with a commitment to securing a future for its 1,200 employees in Russia. Publicis is also prioritizing the safety and support of its 350 employees in Ukraine, providing measures including financial aid and mental health support.

Publicis Groupe reported strong FY 2021 results with a revenue of €11,738 million, marking an 8.8% increase from 2020. Organic growth reached 10%, surpassing 2019 levels. The company achieved an operating margin of 17.5% and free cash flow of €1.4 billion. A proposed dividend of €2.40 reflects a payout ratio of 47.8%. Key growth drivers included Epsilon and Publicis Sapient, contributing significantly to performance. For 2022, the guidance projects 4-5% organic growth and stable margins. Publicis also emphasizes its commitment to ESG, achieving top ratings from leading agencies.

Publicis Groupe, traded on Euronext Paris as PUB, reported its liquidity account status as of December 31, 2021. It held 53,500 shares valued at €13,941,802.75. During the semester, it executed 8,877 buy trades and 8,581 sell trades, with buy volumes totaling approximately €113.4 million and sell volumes around €114.5 million. This contrasts with the previous half-year (June 30, 2021), where it held 61,000 shares worth €12,859,465.88, with higher trading volumes. The report aligns with AMF Decision N°2021-01 regarding liquidity contracts.