SCHEDULE 13G/A: BlackRock Discloses 9.0% Passive Stake in MGIC Investment Corporation

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Beneficial Ownership Report 18 July 2025 12:12 AM

BlackRock, Inc. has disclosed a 9.0% beneficial ownership stake in MGIC Investment Corporation, holding 21,404,266 common shares as a passive investor.

Summary

BlackRock, Inc. reported beneficial ownership of 21,404,266 common shares of MGIC Investment Corporation.
This represents 9.0% of the class of securities.
BlackRock holds sole voting power over 20,558,945 shares and sole dispositive power over 21,404,266 shares.
The filing is an Amendment No. 5 to Schedule 13G, indicating an update to a previously reported stake.
BlackRock certifies that the shares are held in the ordinary course of business and not for the purpose of changing or influencing control of the issuer.
BlackRock Fund Advisors, a subsidiary of BlackRock, Inc., is identified as an entity that beneficially owns 5% or greater of the outstanding shares.

Sentiment

Score: 7

Explanation: The document is a routine disclosure of a significant passive ownership stake by a major institutional investor, BlackRock, Inc., in MGIC Investment Corporation. This indicates a substantial investment and a vote of confidence from a large asset manager, without any stated intent to influence control, which is generally viewed positively for corporate stability.

Positives

BlackRock, a major institutional investor, holds a significant 9.0% stake, indicating a substantial investment in MGIC Investment Corporation.
BlackRock's certification states the shares are held for investment purposes in the ordinary course of business, not to influence control, which suggests stability for MGIC's corporate governance and management.

Future Outlook

The filing indicates BlackRock's intent to hold its stake in MGIC Investment Corporation for investment purposes in the ordinary course of business, without the purpose or effect of changing or influencing control of the issuer.

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." (Spencer Fleming, Managing Director, BlackRock, Inc.)

Industry Context

This is a standard disclosure for large institutional investors. BlackRock is one of the world's largest asset managers, and holding significant passive stakes in publicly traded companies like MGIC Investment Corporation is part of its core business model for its various funds and clients. MGIC is a mortgage insurance company, and BlackRock's investment reflects its portfolio allocation decisions.

Comparison to Industry Standards

BlackRock's 9.0% stake in MGIC Investment Corporation is consistent with the investment strategies of large institutional asset managers, such as Vanguard or State Street, who frequently hold significant passive positions in publicly traded companies across various sectors for their index funds and client portfolios.
The filing adheres to the standard disclosure requirements for passive investors exceeding the 5% ownership threshold, aligning with regulatory expectations for transparency in significant shareholdings.

Corporate Governance

Change Type	Description	Effective Date	Impact Assessment
Internal Policy Update (Power of Attorney)	BlackRock, Inc. updated its Power of Attorney, revoking a previous one dated April 30, 2023, and establishing a new one effective January 21, 2025, authorizing specific individuals to execute SEC filings on its behalf.	01/21/2025	This is an internal administrative update for BlackRock, streamlining its compliance and filing processes for regulatory disclosures. It has no direct impact on MGIC Investment Corporation's corporate governance.

Stakeholder Impact

Shareholders: Provides transparency on a significant institutional holding, potentially reinforcing confidence due to BlackRock's substantial investment.
Management: Confirms a large passive investor, reducing immediate pressure for activist intervention and suggesting stability in the shareholder base.

Next Steps

BlackRock will continue to hold its investment in MGIC Investment Corporation in the ordinary course of business.
BlackRock will file future amendments to Schedule 13G if there are material changes to its beneficial ownership or investment intent.

Key Dates

Date	Description
04/30/2023	Date of the previously revoked Power of Attorney by BlackRock, Inc.
01/21/2025	Effective date of the new Power of Attorney executed by BlackRock, Inc.
06/30/2025	Date of event which requires the filing of this statement.
07/17/2025	Date of filing and signature of the Schedule 13G Amendment No. 5.

Recommendation

hold

Keywords

MGIC Investment Corporation, BlackRock, Schedule 13G, Common Stock, Beneficial Ownership, Institutional Investor, Passive Investment, Financial Services, Mortgage Insurance

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