SCHEDULE: FMR LLC Discloses 4.5% Stake in Albertsons
Beneficial Ownership Report (Amendment)
FMR LLC and Abigail P. Johnson report a 4.5% beneficial ownership in Albertsons Companies Inc. Class A Common Stock as of September 30, 2025.
Summary
- FMR LLC and Abigail P. Johnson beneficially own 25,308,448.23 shares of Albertsons Companies Inc. Class A Common Stock.
- This ownership represents 4.5% of the total outstanding Class A Common Stock.
- FMR LLC holds sole voting power over 25,099,227.63 shares and sole dispositive power over 25,308,448.23 shares.
- Abigail P. Johnson, as a Director, Chairman, and Chief Executive Officer of FMR LLC, is deemed to beneficially own the same shares.
- The Johnson family, including Abigail P. Johnson, are the predominant owners of FMR LLC's Series B voting common shares, representing 49% of the voting power, and may form a controlling group with respect to FMR LLC.
- The reporting persons certify that the securities were acquired and are held in the ordinary course of business and not for the purpose of changing or influencing control of Albertsons.
Sentiment
Score: 5
Explanation: This is a routine disclosure of beneficial ownership, indicating a neutral stance. The ownership percentage of 4.5% is below the 5% threshold for initial Schedule 13G filings, suggesting a potential reduction in stake from a previous filing, but the filing itself does not provide context for a change in sentiment.
Risks
- The reporting persons certify that the securities were acquired and are held in the ordinary course of business and not for the purpose of or with the effect of changing or influencing the control of Albertsons, mitigating concerns about potential activist investor actions.
Future Outlook
NA
Industry Context
NA
Stakeholder Impact
- Shareholders: Disclosure of a significant institutional investor's stake (though below 5%) provides transparency regarding the ownership structure.
Key Dates
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| January 3, 2023 | Power of Attorney effective for FMR LLC. |
| January 26, 2023 | Power of Attorney effective for Abigail P. Johnson. |
| September 30, 2025 | Date of event requiring the filing of this statement, reflecting the beneficial ownership. |
| November 4, 2025 | Date of joint filing agreement and signature date for the Schedule 13G. |
Keywords
Albertsons, ACI, FMR LLC, Abigail P. Johnson, beneficial ownership, Schedule 13G, Class A Common Stock, institutional ownership
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