Business Context and Reporting Period
This Form 6-K filing by Smith & Nephew plc is dated August 22, 2025. The document serves as a notification and public disclosure of transactions by persons discharging managerial responsibilities (PDMR) and persons closely associated with them, specifically regarding the purchase of ordinary shares by a Non-Executive Director.
Key Financial Metrics
The filing does not contain financial performance data such as revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity metrics. It is a regulatory disclosure of a specific share transaction.
| Transaction Date | Instrument | Price per Share | Volume | Place of Transaction |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 20, 2025 | Ordinary Shares (USD 0.20) | £13.91 | 1,520 | London Stock Exchange (XLON) |
Material Changes
No material changes to the company's financial position or operations are reported in this filing. The document solely details a single share purchase transaction by Sybella Stanley, Non-Executive Director, executed on August 20, 2025.
Guidance, Outlook, and Management Commentary
The filing contains no guidance, outlook, or management commentary regarding future business performance. The transaction was executed in line with the company's Remuneration Policy to pay part of the Non-Executive Director's fees in shares, net of tax and expenses.
Investor Verification Checklist
- Verify the total shareholding of Sybella Stanley following this transaction to assess alignment with company interests.
- Confirm the current market price of Smith & Nephew plc shares relative to the £13.91 transaction price.
- Review the company's Remuneration Policy to understand the structure of Non-Executive Director fees paid in shares.
- Note that this filing provides no data on the company's operational or financial health for the period.