SCHEDULE: G. Willi-Food International Ltd. Ownership Update

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Ownership Disclosure Amendment


G. Willi-Food International Ltd. reports an amendment to its Schedule 13D, clarifying ownership structures and confirming significant beneficial ownership by key individuals and entities.

Summary

  • This filing is an amendment (No. 52) to a Schedule 13D for G. Willi-Food International Ltd.
  • The amendment primarily provides additional disclosure regarding the ownership structure and shareholders of B.S.D. Crown Ltd.
  • It does not reflect any change in the beneficial ownership of G. Willi-Food International Ltd.'s Ordinary Shares by the reporting persons.
  • The reporting persons are Willi-Food Investments Ltd. (WIL), B.S.D Crown LTD. (B.S.D), Joseph Williger (JW), and Zwi Williger (ZW).
  • As of January 15, 2026, there were 13,906,412 Ordinary Shares outstanding.
  • Willi-Food Investments Ltd. (WIL) directly owns 8,200,542 Ordinary Shares, representing approximately 58.97% of the outstanding shares.
  • B.S.D Crown LTD. (B.S.D), the majority shareholder of WIL, is deemed to beneficially own these 8,200,542 shares.
  • Zwi Williger (ZW) directly owns 173,739 Ordinary Shares through a wholly-owned company.
  • Joseph Williger (JW) holds 50% of B.S.D shares, and ZW holds the other 50% through various entities.
  • Consequently, JW and ZW are each deemed to beneficially own 8,200,542 shares held by WIL and 173,739 shares held by ZW, totaling approximately 60.22% of the outstanding Ordinary Shares.
  • The reporting persons disclaim beneficial ownership beyond their pecuniary interest.
  • While JW and ZW are brothers and hold significant control, they disclaim the existence of a 'group' for Section 13(d) purposes, stating they have not acted in concert and have no voting or other arrangements regarding their holdings.

Sentiment

Score: 5

Explanation: StockSavvy.ai views this filing as neutral, as it is an administrative update clarifying ownership rather than announcing new financial results, strategic changes, or significant events that would typically impact sentiment.

Positives

  • Clarification of ownership structure provides transparency for investors.
  • Confirmation of substantial beneficial ownership by key individuals (JW and ZW) indicates continued control and commitment to the company.

Negatives

  • The disclaimer of a 'group' by JW and ZW, despite their familial relationship and shared control of B.S.D, might be scrutinized by regulators or investors seeking clearer governance structures.
  • The complex ownership structure involving multiple holding companies and entities could be perceived as opaque.

Risks

  • Potential for regulatory scrutiny regarding the 'group' definition under Section 13(d) of the Exchange Act, despite the disclaimer.
  • The concentration of ownership could limit the free float of shares and potentially impact liquidity.

Future Outlook

No specific forward-looking statements or guidance were provided in this amendment, which focuses on ownership disclosure.

Management Comments

  • Each Reporting Person disclaims beneficial ownership of any Ordinary Shares except to the extent of his or its pecuniary interest therein.
  • Neither the filing of this Amendment to Schedule 13D nor any of its contents shall be deemed to constitute an admission that any Reporting Person is the beneficial owner of the Ordinary Shares referred to herein for purposes of Section 13(d) of the Exchange Act or for any other purpose.
  • ZW and JW have not acted in concert in connection with the transactions described herein and have not been, nor are they currently, parties to any voting or other arrangement with respect to their holdings in B.S.D, WIL or the Issuer, and they disclaim the existence of any such group.

Industry Context

StockSavvy.ai notes that Schedule 13D filings are crucial for understanding significant ownership changes and control stakes in publicly traded companies. This amendment to G. Willi-Food International Ltd.'s filing primarily serves to update and clarify existing ownership details rather than signal new strategic shifts or financial performance.

Corporate Governance

Change TypeDescriptionEffective DateImpact Assessment
Joint Filing AgreementReporting persons have entered into a joint filing agreement for this Schedule 13D amendment.Prior to 08/03/2017 (as referenced by Amendment No. 31)Ensures coordinated reporting of beneficial ownership among related parties.

Related Party Transactions

  • The ownership structure involves transactions and control relationships between Joseph Williger (JW), Zwi Williger (ZW), B.S.D Crown LTD., and Willi-Food Investments Ltd. (WIL), all of which are reporting persons or entities controlled by them.

Stakeholder Impact

  • Shareholders: Increased transparency regarding the control group, though the disclaimer about not acting as a 'group' may raise questions.
  • Management: Reinforces the positions of JW (CEO) and ZW (Chairman) within the company's control structure.
  • Regulators: The filing is a compliance document, and its details may be reviewed for adherence to Section 13(d) regulations.

Next Steps

  • Continued monitoring of G. Willi-Food International Ltd.'s filings for any future changes in ownership or corporate actions.
  • Investors may seek further clarification on the relationship and coordination between JW and ZW regarding their control of the company.

Key Dates

DateDescription
05/28/2026Date of Event Which Requires Filing of This Statement (Amendment No. 52 filing date)
01/15/2026Date as of which Ordinary Shares outstanding were provided by the Issuer (13,906,412 shares)
08/03/2017Date of filing of Amendment No. 31 to Schedule 13D, which incorporated the Joint Filing Agreement.

Keywords

Schedule 13D, G. Willi-Food International Ltd., Beneficial Ownership, Ownership Structure, Willi-Food Investments Ltd., B.S.D Crown LTD., Joseph Williger, Zwi Williger, Ordinary Shares, SEC Filing, Amendment

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