CMC Markets Plc (CMCX), the London-listed online trading and financial services provider, has disclosed that two persons discharging managerial responsibilities (PDMRs) acquired ordinary shares on 5 November 2026 under the company's UK Share Incentive Plan. David John Fineberg, Head of Global Strategic Partnerships, and Jonathan Bendall, Chief Operating Officer, each acquired 44 ordinary shares at a price of 692.00p per share. The transactions, both classified as initial notifications, were executed on the London Stock Exchange and filed in accordance with regulatory requirements governing PDMR dealings.

Key Points

  • CMC Markets Plc (CMCX), London-listed online trading and financial services group
  • Two PDMRs each acquired 44 ordinary shares of 25p each at 692.00p per share on 5 November 2026
  • Acquisitions made under the CMC Markets plc UK Share Incentive Plan, traded on XLON
  • Investors may watch for further PDMR activity and any updates to the company's broader share plan participation

David Fineberg and Jonathan Bendall Each Acquire 44 CMC Markets Shares at 692p

Both transactions were carried out at an identical price of 692.00p per ordinary share, with each executive acquiring 44 shares. David John Fineberg holds the position of Head of Global Strategic Partnerships, while Jonathan Bendall serves as Chief Operating Officer. The shares are ordinary shares of 25p each, identified under ISIN code GB00B14SKR37, and were acquired on the London Stock Exchange on 5 November 2026. The announcement states that both notifications are initial disclosures, with no amendments indicated. CMC Markets plc carries the Legal Entity Identifier 213800VB75KAZBFH5U07.

Acquisitions Made Through CMC Markets' UK Share Incentive Plan

The nature of both transactions is described in the announcement as an acquisition of shares under the CMC Markets plc UK Share Incentive Plan, a tax-advantaged employee share ownership scheme available in the United Kingdom. Such plans are commonly used by listed companies to align the interests of employees and senior management with those of shareholders. Participation by PDMRs at board and senior executive level is subject to mandatory regulatory disclosure under the UK Market Abuse Regulation. The announcement does not provide details regarding the total share holdings of either executive following these acquisitions.

CMC Markets' Business Profile and Regulatory Context for PDMR Disclosures

CMC Markets plc is a global provider of online trading services, offering contracts for difference and spread betting products to retail and institutional clients, as well as a stockbroking platform. The company operates across multiple international markets and is headquartered in London. PDMR transaction disclosures are a routine regulatory requirement and reflect ongoing obligations under market transparency rules. While the volumes involved in these transactions are modest, disclosure of senior management share acquisitions is closely monitored by investors as an indicator of internal confidence in the business. The company did not disclose any broader context for these transactions in the announcement.