SCHEDULE: FMR LLC Reports 13.1% Stake in Elanco Animal Health
Beneficial Ownership Report
FMR LLC and Abigail P. Johnson have reported a 13.1% beneficial ownership stake in Elanco Animal Health Inc., totaling over 64 million shares.
Summary
- FMR LLC and Abigail P. Johnson collectively beneficially own 64,883,397.55 shares of Elanco Animal Health Inc. common stock.
- This aggregate amount represents 13.1% of the total outstanding common stock of Elanco Animal Health Inc.
- FMR LLC holds sole voting power over 52,674,688.49 shares and sole dispositive power over 64,883,397.55 shares.
- Abigail P. Johnson holds sole dispositive power over 64,883,397.55 shares, with no sole or shared voting power.
- The shares were acquired and are held in the ordinary course of business, not for the purpose of changing or influencing the control of Elanco Animal Health Inc.
- FMR LLC is classified as a parent holding company, and Abigail P. Johnson is classified as an individual.
- Several FMR LLC subsidiaries, including Fidelity Management & Research Company LLC, beneficially own shares, with Fidelity Management & Research Company LLC owning 5% or greater of the outstanding shares.
Sentiment
Score: 5
Explanation: This is a factual report of beneficial ownership and does not inherently convey positive or negative sentiment regarding the issuer's performance or outlook. It simply states a significant institutional holding.
Future Outlook
NA
Industry Context
This filing indicates a significant institutional investment in Elanco Animal Health, a major player in the animal health industry. Large stakes by prominent asset managers like FMR LLC can signal confidence in the company's long-term prospects within its sector, which includes pharmaceuticals, vaccines, and other products for livestock and companion animals.
Stakeholder Impact
- Shareholders: The disclosure of a significant 13.1% stake by a major institutional investor like FMR LLC can influence market perception and potentially provide a degree of stability or confidence in the stock due to a large, long-term holder.
Key Dates
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| 05/23/2023 | Effective date of Power of Attorney for Richard Bourgelas to sign on behalf of FMR LLC and Abigail P. Johnson. |
| 08/08/2023 | Date of previous Schedule 13G filing by FMR LLC, where the Power of Attorney was incorporated by reference. |
| 06/30/2025 | Date of event which requires filing of this statement, representing the beneficial ownership as of this date. |
| 08/05/2025 | Date of signing and filing of this Schedule 13G Amendment No. 2. |
Keywords
Elanco Animal Health, FMR LLC, Abigail P. Johnson, Beneficial Ownership, Common Stock, Institutional Investor, SEC Filing, Schedule 13G, Animal Health
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