Shareholder FAQ

How can I claim a refund on Austrian Withholding Tax on dividends?

Beneficial holders wishing to claim a refund from Austrian Withholding Taxes should take the following steps:

 

  1. Open the web-form, duly fill it in and submit it electronically (the “advance notification”). The relevant online form can be found at the following link: 

https://www.formularservice.gv.at/site/fsrv/user/formular.aspx?pid=09e05dcbe1f84f51afb7b482d272accb&pn=B9d218f001088468a9727ec6fffd85b1b&lang=en

  1. Print out the advance notification as submitted (including the transaction number) and sign it.
  2. Approach the tax authority of your state of residence and have the advance notification certified by them.
  3. Send the advance notification (including the certification by your tax authority) by post to the responsible tax office/authority. Please note that transmission by facsimile is not permissible.

 

For further information please visit the following website:

https://www.bmf.gv.at/en/topics/taxation/double-taxation-agreements/relief-from-austrian-withholding-taxes-under-dtc.html

Where is the Company incorporated?

RHI Magnesita is a public company with limited liability under Dutch law and was incorporated on June 20, 2017. It has its corporate seat in Arnhem, the Netherlands.

Where is the Company registered?

RHI Magnesita administrative seat is in Vienna, Austria and its registered office at Kranichberggasse 6, 1120 Vienna, Austria. The Company is registered with the Dutch Trade Register of the Chamber of Commerce under the number 68991665.

How can I buy / sell shares in RHIM?

You can purchase shares in RHIM through a stock broker, bank or a financial institution that provides brokerage services.

The London Stock Exchange has a “Locate a broker” service.

Can you explain the implications for shareholders in RHI AG / Magnesita shareholders as a result of the merger? Are my RHI AG / Magnesita share certificates still valid?

Only a very limited number of our investors directly hold shares in their own name and qualify as a Shareholder and only CREST Members qualify as Depositary Interest Holders. Almost all of our investors, including former RHI AG shareholders, hold their interest through a broker, bank or nominee (or in a similar manner) and are neither a Shareholder nor a Depositary Interest Holder.

How do I manage my shareholding?

You should contact your bank, broker or nominee who will administer your shareholding on your behalf.  The share structure for RHI means there are no share certificates with all investment being held through a bank, broker or nominee.  This may be in the form of Depositary Interests or shares held through Euroclear Netherlands.

What are the tax implications when I a) receive dividends b) sell shares?

The Issuer is considered tax resident in Austria under the tax rules of Austria and under the double taxation treaty between Austria and the Netherlands.

We recommend you obtain independent financial advice.

When is the next AGM?

For more information about the upcoming Annual General Meeting, please visit our website.

I hold my shares through a nominee account; can I vote at the AGM?

If you hold your interest through a broker, bank or nominee (or similar) you should normally receive directions from such broker, bank or nominee (or similar) on how to attend and vote at the AGM or how to give a proxy or voting instructions. These directions should be followed. If you have not received such directions, it would be advisable to contact your broker, bank or nominee (or similar) as soon as possible.

How can I obtain a hard copy of the annual report?

To request a hard copy of our annual report, please email us at investor.relations@rhimagnesita.com. Simply let us know you’d like a printed copy, and we’ll be happy to send it to you by post.

Depositary Interests

The shares traded on the London Stock Exchange for RHI are settled as Depositary Interests.  Depositary Interests for RHI are issued by our Depositary, Computershare Investor Services plc, who can be contacted using the below details:

Computershare Investor Services PLC

The Pavilions,

Bridgwater Road

Bristol BS99 6ZZ

United Kingdom

Website: https://www-uk.computershare.com

T: +44 (0) 370 702 0000

How should one respond to unsolicited investment advice?

RHI Magnesita advises that if shareholders are suspicious, they should report it to the FCA on 0800 111 6768 or through www.fca.org.uk.