SCHEDULE 13G/A: BlackRock Amends Stake in American Battery Technology Co
Beneficial Ownership Report
BlackRock, Inc. has filed an amended Schedule 13G, reporting a 4.8% beneficial ownership in American Battery Technology Co's common stock as of September 30, 2025.
Summary
- BlackRock, Inc. reported beneficial ownership of 5,661,527 shares of American Battery Technology Co's common stock.
- This represents 4.8% of the total outstanding common stock.
- BlackRock holds sole voting power over 5,554,720 shares and sole dispositive power over 5,661,527 shares.
- The filing is an Amendment No. 1 to a previous Schedule 13G.
- BlackRock certified that the securities were acquired and are held in the ordinary course of business and not for the purpose of changing or influencing the control of the issuer.
Sentiment
Score: 5
Explanation: The filing is a routine disclosure of beneficial ownership, indicating a neutral sentiment. It confirms BlackRock's passive stake but provides no new performance or strategic information about the issuer.
Positives
- BlackRock, a major institutional investor, maintains a significant, albeit passive, stake in American Battery Technology Co, indicating continued institutional interest.
Future Outlook
BlackRock, Inc. states 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 American Battery Technology Co.
Management Comments
- "By signing below I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, the securities referred to above were acquired and are held in the ordinary course of business and were not acquired and are not held for the purpose of or with the effect of changing or influencing the control of the issuer of the securities and were not acquired and are not held in connection with or as a participant in any transaction having that purpose or effect, other than activities solely in connection with a nomination under §§ 240.14a-11."
Industry Context
This filing reflects the ongoing investment activities of BlackRock, one of the world's largest asset managers, in companies within the battery technology sector, such as American Battery Technology Co. It signifies continued institutional interest in the company's market segment.
Stakeholder Impact
- Shareholders may view BlackRock's continued, albeit passive, investment as a positive signal of institutional confidence in American Battery Technology Co.
Key Dates
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| 2023-04-30 | Date of previously revoked Power of Attorney for BlackRock, Inc. |
| 2025-01-21 | Effective date of the new Power of Attorney for BlackRock, Inc. |
| 2025-09-30 | Date of event which requires the filing of this statement regarding beneficial ownership. |
| 2025-10-17 | Signature date of the Schedule 13G filing by BlackRock, Inc. |
Keywords
American Battery Technology Co, BlackRock, Schedule 13G, Beneficial Ownership, Common Stock, Institutional Investor, Passive Investment
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