SCHEDULE: EARNEST Partners Boosts Cracker Barrel Stake to 5.5%

EARNEST Partners LLC has increased its beneficial ownership in Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Inc. to 5.5% of common stock.

Summary

• EARNEST Partners LLC, an investment adviser based in Delaware, has filed an Amendment No. 5 to Schedule 13G regarding its beneficial ownership in Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Inc.
• As of June 30, 2025, EARNEST Partners LLC beneficially owns an aggregate of 1,219,507 shares of Cracker Barrel Common Stock.
• This ownership represents 5.5% of the total class of Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Inc. Common Stock.
• EARNEST Partners LLC holds sole voting power over 825,777 shares and shared voting power over 114,285 shares.
• The firm has sole dispositive power over 1,219,507 shares and no shared dispositive power.
• The securities were acquired and are held in the ordinary course of business, not for the purpose of changing or influencing the control of the issuer.

Sentiment

Score: 5

Explanation: A Schedule 13G filing is a factual report of beneficial ownership and does not inherently convey positive or negative sentiment regarding the company's performance or outlook. It simply states an investment firm's stake.

Future Outlook

NA

Industry Context

This filing is a routine disclosure of beneficial ownership by an investment adviser, indicating a significant but passive investment in Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Inc. It does not provide specific insights into broader industry trends or competitive positioning beyond the investment itself.

Stakeholder Impact

• Shareholders: The filing indicates a significant institutional investment, which can be viewed as a vote of confidence by a large investor, potentially stabilizing the shareholder base.

Key Dates

Keywords

Cracker Barrel, CBRL, EARNEST Partners, Investment Adviser, Beneficial Ownership, Common Stock, SEC Filing, Schedule 13G