FAQ's

Why has Wolseley decided to delist from the New York Stock Exchange?

This decision is entirely consistent with our objective of simplification as it reduces costs and complexity without in any way detracting from the integrity of our governance and control procedures.  The process of deregistering has been simplified following the new rules introduced by the SEC in June of this year.  

As only around one per cent of our shares are held in the ADR programme and the average trading volume for the year ended 31 July 2007 was less than one per cent, we do not believe it is appropriate from a cost and administrative perspective to continue with the reporting obligations under the Exchange Act. Our business strategy remains the same and North America is, and will continue to be, a key market for Wolseley; it currently accounts for approximately 50% of Group revenue.

What is the address of your company headquarters?

Our Registered Office is at  Parkview 1220, Arlington Business Park, Theale, Reading RG7 4GA in the United Kingdom.

How do I contact someone in the company for further information?

If you need to speak to someone, both the Media Centre and Investor Relations areas of this site have named contacts and telephone numbers. Or if you do not need an instant response, use the form in the Contact Us area of this website.

Who could advise me on the value of my shares?

Shareholders can register on-line to view their Wolseley plc shareholding details using Shareview, a service offered by our registrars, Equiniti (formerly Lloyds TSB Registrars).

To access the service, you should log on to the Equiniti website  and complete the simple on-screen registration process. You will then need to enter your surname, postcode, e-mail address and shareholder reference number (which is detailed on the form of proxy accompanying the Wolseley Annual Report).

By logging on to www.shareview.co.uk, you will be able to do all of the following at the click of a mouse:

• check your shareholding in Wolseley plc 24 hours a day;
• register your e-mail and mailing preference (post or electronic) for future shareholder mailings;
• gain easy access to a variety of shareholder information including indicative valuations and payment instruction details;
• access the share dealing facility; and
• use the internet to appoint a proxy for you at general meetings of the shareholders.

Can you tell me what Wolseley’s dividend payment will be this year?

For the full year ended 31 July 2007, we declared the dividend per share to be 32.40 pence per share, a 10.2% increase on the prior period.

I would like to have information on purchasing shares. How & where do I buy them?

Contact your bank, or independent financial advisor

How do I advise you of my change of address?

In regards to a shareholding please contact the Shareholder helpline:
From the UK: 0870 241 3934
From outside the UK: +44 121 415 7047
In regards to your customer account please contact your local operating company. Details are available through their websites which you can find by using the search facilities on the home page of this site.

Is the Annual Report & accounts available in different languages?

The Annual Report is currently only available in English

Can you add me to your mailing list?

To receive our annual report in hard copy format please click here.. You can see the Annual Report and Accounts online within the Investor Relations area of this website.

Can you explain the differences between Wolseley shares in the UK & the US?

Wolseley plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange and the company recently made the decision to delist from the New York Stock Exchange.Wolseley intends to maintain its ADR facility as a Level I programme, which means that Wolseley's ADRs will be traded on the over-the-counter market (OTC) in the United States, under the symbol WOSLY. More information can be seen in our announcement of January 2, 2008.

When is Wolseley’s next trading statement or results announcement?

Our Financial Calendar in the Investor Centre has detailed  information about the timings of financial announcements.

What is the best way to keep up to date with the latest Wolseley information?

To register for automatic updates on this site

How has Wolseley performed over the past five years in terms of growth in revenues, profits, dividends and shareholder returns?

You'll find details in the latest annual report and accounts

Which accounting firm is the auditor of Wolseley?

Pricewaterhouse Coopers LLP

How does Wolseley seek to build shareholder value?

See the Investor Centre section of this site, where our strategy and performance is explained.

Where can I get a copy of the latest financial results announced by Wolseley?

The most recent results are available on this site, along with interviews with the leadership team, and an archive of results and presentations. Please follow the Financial Information link to the left, and then click on Results.

Who are Wolseley’s advisors?

Wolseley's advisors are as follows:
Corporate brokers: UBS Warburg and Hoare Govett;
Auditors: PricewaterhouseCoopers
Solicitors: Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer

How do I obtain a copy of the latest Report and Accounts?

To receive our annual report in hard copy format please click here.. You can see the Annual Report and Accounts online within the Investor Relations area of this website.

When do you report your financial results?

Our Financial Calendar in the Investor Centre has detailed  information about the timings of financial announcements.

When does Wolseley's fiscal year end?

Our fiscal year end is 31 July. Please look at our Financial Calendar in the Investor Centre for more detailed  information.