SCHEDULE: BlackRock Amends Nutrien Stake to 4.9%
Beneficial Ownership Amendment
BlackRock, Inc. filed an Amendment No. 1 to its Schedule 13G, disclosing a 4.9% beneficial ownership in Nutrien Ltd. common stock as of December 31, 2025.
Summary
- BlackRock, Inc. filed an Amendment No. 1 to its Schedule 13G regarding its beneficial ownership of Nutrien Ltd. common stock.
- As of December 31, 2025, BlackRock, Inc. beneficially owns an aggregate of 23,787,129 shares of Nutrien Ltd. common stock.
- This ownership represents 4.9% of the class of securities, placing it below the 5% reporting threshold for active influence.
- BlackRock, Inc. holds sole voting power over 22,161,123 shares and sole dispositive power over 23,787,129 shares.
- The securities were acquired and are held in the ordinary course of business, without the purpose or effect of changing or influencing control of Nutrien Ltd.
- The filing was made under Rule 13d-1(b), indicating BlackRock's status as a passive institutional investor.
- Nutrien Ltd.'s principal executive offices are located in Saskatoon, Canada.
Sentiment
Score: 5
Explanation: This is a routine regulatory filing disclosing beneficial ownership by a passive institutional investor, providing no direct positive or negative sentiment regarding the issuer's performance or outlook.
Future Outlook
NA
Management Comments
- 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 BlackRock, Inc.'s routine disclosure as a major institutional asset manager, holding a passive investment in Nutrien Ltd., a global leader in crop nutrients, potash, and nitrogen products. Such disclosures are common for large funds managing diverse portfolios across various industries, including agriculture.
Stakeholder Impact
- Shareholders: Provides transparency regarding a significant institutional investor's stake, confirming it is a passive investment below the 5% threshold.
- Company Management: Confirms a major institutional investor's position, indicating no immediate intent to influence control or strategic direction.
Key Dates
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| 2025-01-21 | Effective date of the updated Power of Attorney for BlackRock, Inc. executives to execute ownership or control-person reporting requirements. |
| 2025-12-31 | Date of event which requires filing of this statement, reflecting BlackRock's beneficial ownership of 4.9% in Nutrien Ltd. |
| 2026-01-21 | Signature date of the Schedule 13G/A filing by Spencer Fleming, Managing Director of BlackRock, Inc. |
Keywords
Nutrien, BlackRock, common stock, beneficial ownership, Schedule 13G, institutional investor, fertilizer, agriculture
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