SCHEDULE 13G/A: FMR LLC and Abigail P. Johnson File Amendment No. 3, Disclosing 9.7% Stake in Spirit AeroSystems Holdings Inc.
Beneficial Ownership Report
FMR LLC and Abigail P. Johnson have filed an amended Schedule 13G (Amendment No. 3), reporting a beneficial ownership of 9.7% of Class A Common Stock in Spirit AeroSystems Holdings Inc. as of March 31, 2025.
Summary
- FMR LLC and Abigail P. Johnson collectively beneficially own 11,372,571.46 shares of Class A Common Stock in Spirit AeroSystems Holdings Inc.
- This ownership represents 9.7% of the total outstanding Class A Common Stock of the issuer.
- FMR LLC holds sole voting power over 8,941,706.11 shares and sole dispositive power over 11,372,571.46 shares.
- Abigail P. Johnson holds sole dispositive power over 11,372,571.46 shares.
- The reporting persons certify that the securities were acquired and are held in the ordinary course of business and not for the purpose of changing or influencing the control of Spirit AeroSystems Holdings Inc.
Sentiment
Score: 7
Explanation: The filing indicates a significant, stable ownership stake by a major institutional investor (Fidelity/FMR LLC) in Spirit AeroSystems, which can be viewed positively as a vote of confidence. The explicit statement that the holding is not for control purposes also suggests stability rather than potential disruptive activism.
Positives
- A significant institutional investor, FMR LLC (Fidelity), holds a substantial stake, which can be interpreted as a vote of confidence or a long-term investment strategy in Spirit AeroSystems Holdings Inc.
- The explicit statement that the shares are held in the ordinary course of business and not for control purposes suggests a stable, non-activist investment, potentially reducing uncertainty for the issuer.
Future Outlook
NA
Management Comments
- "By signing below I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, 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
NA
Stakeholder Impact
- Shareholders: The disclosure of a significant stake by a major institutional investor like FMR LLC can influence investor perception and potentially provide a degree of stability to the stock by indicating institutional confidence.
Key Dates
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| 2023-01-03 | Effective date of Power of Attorney for FMR LLC. |
| 2023-01-10 | FMR LLC's Power of Attorney incorporated by reference from Exhibit 24 to Schedule 13G. |
| 2023-01-26 | Effective date of Power of Attorney for Abigail P. Johnson. |
| 2023-01-31 | Abigail P. Johnson's Power of Attorney incorporated by reference from Exhibit 24 to Schedule 13G. |
| 2025-03-31 | Date of event which requires filing of this statement (reporting date for ownership). |
| 2025-05-06 | Date of filing of this Schedule 13G Amendment No. 3. |
Keywords
Spirit AeroSystems Holdings Inc., FMR LLC, Abigail P. Johnson, Beneficial Ownership, SEC Filing, Schedule 13G, Class A Common Stock, Institutional Investor, Aerospace
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