Blue Bird Corp:FMR LLC filed Amendment No. 5 to a Schedule 13G/A reporting beneficial ownership of 2,541,382.50 shares of Blue Bird Corp common stock, representing 8.0% of the class as of 03/31/2026. The filing lists the issuer address as 3920 Arkwright Road, Macon, GA, and cites a power of attorney authorizing Richard Bourgelas to sign on behalf of FMR LLC and Abigail P. Johnson.
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FMR LLC reports an 8.0% stake in Blue Bird Corp as of 03/31/2026.
FMR LLC is disclosed as beneficial owner of 2,541,382.50 shares, with sole dispositive power reported. The filing is an amendment to Schedule 13G, indicating passive or qualifying institutional ownership rather than an active Section 13(d) activist position.
Cash‑flow treatment and any underlying fund-level beneficiaries are not detailed here; subsequent filings or exhibits (Exhibit 99, Exhibit 24 reference) may provide additional subsidiary or authority detail.
Signatures use a power of attorney; disclosure names an authorized representative.
The filing shows signatures by Richard Bourgelas dated 05/05/2026, executed under a Power of Attorney effective April 13, 2026. It references Exhibit 99 for a 13d-1(k)(1) agreement and Exhibit 24 for the power of attorney.
Investors seeking further attribution should review the referenced exhibits for subsidiary identification or beneficiary detail.
Key Figures
Form Type:SCHEDULE 13G/A (Amendment No. 5)Shares beneficially owned:2,541,382.50 sharesPercent of class:8.0%+2 more
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Form TypeSCHEDULE 13G/A (Amendment No. 5)Filing amendment for beneficial ownership
Shares beneficially owned2,541,382.50 sharesAmount reported by FMR LLC in Item 4
Percent of class8.0%Percent of common stock as reported, as of 03/31/2026
CUSIP095306106Blue Bird Corp common stock identifier on cover
As-of date03/31/2026Reporting date shown on the cover page
Key Terms
Schedule 13G/A, Beneficially owned, Power of Attorney, 13d-1(k)(1) agreement
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Schedule 13G/Aregulatory
"Amendment No. 5 to Schedule 13G/A reporting beneficial ownership"
A Schedule 13G/A is an amended public filing with the U.S. securities regulator that updates a previous Schedule 13G, disclosing when an individual or group holds a substantial (typically over 5%) stake in a company and is claiming a passive, non‑controlling intent. Investors monitor these updates because rising or falling holdings can signal changing confidence, potential future moves, or shifts in voting power — like watching a public ledger where large shareholders quietly adjust their positions.
Beneficially ownedregulatory
"Item 4. Amount beneficially owned: 2541382.50"
Beneficially owned describes securities or assets where a person has the economic rights and control—such as the right to receive dividends and to direct voting—even if legal title is held in another name. Think of it like having the keys and using a car that’s registered to someone else: you get the benefits and make decisions. Investors care because beneficial ownership reveals who truly controls value and voting power, affecting corporate decisions and takeover dynamics.
Power of Attorneylegal
"Duly authorized under Power of Attorney effective as of April 13, 2026"
A power of attorney is a legal document that allows one person to make decisions and act on behalf of another person, often in financial or legal matters. It’s like giving someone a trusted helper or agent the authority to handle important tasks if you are unable to do so yourself. This matters to investors because it can impact how their assets are managed or transferred if they become unable to oversee their affairs.
13d-1(k)(1) agreementregulatory
"Please see Exhibit 99 for 13d-1(k) (1) agreement"
What stake does FMR LLC report in Blue Bird Corp (BLBD)?
FMR LLC reports beneficial ownership of 2,541,382.50 shares, equal to 8.0% of common stock as of 03/31/2026. The Schedule 13G/A amendment lists sole dispositive power and references exhibits for further detail on attribution.
Does the filing indicate active control or passive ownership by FMR LLC?
The filing is an amended Schedule 13G, which typically reports passive institutional holdings rather than active Section 13(d) control. It identifies beneficial ownership and dispositive power but does not assert an activist intent in this excerpt.
Who signed the amendment on behalf of FMR LLC and Abigail P. Johnson?
Richard Bourgelas signed on behalf of both FMR LLC and Abigail P. Johnson under a Power of Attorney effective April 13, 2026, with signatures dated 05/05/2026. The filing references Exhibit 24 for the power of attorney text.
Where can I find more detail on the parties or subsidiary attribution?
The amendment references Exhibit 99 for a 13d-1(k)(1) agreement and cites Exhibit 24 for the power of attorney. These exhibits should identify any subsidiary or beneficiary relationships and additional attribution details.
What is the issuer address listed in the filing for Blue Bird Corp?
The filing lists the issuer's principal executive offices as 3920 Arkwright Road, Suite 200, Macon, GA 31210. This address appears in Item 1(b) of the Schedule 13G/A amendment.
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
SCHEDULE 13G
UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
(Amendment No. 5)
BLUE BIRD CORP
(Name of Issuer)
COMMON STOCK
(Title of Class of Securities)
095306106
(CUSIP Number)
03/31/2026
(Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement)
Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Schedule is filed:
Rule 13d-1(b)
Rule 13d-1(c)
Rule 13d-1(d)
schemaVersion:
SCHEDULE 13G
CUSIP Number(s):
095306106
1
Names of Reporting Persons
FMR LLC
2
Check the appropriate box if a member of a Group (see instructions)
(a)
(b)
3
Sec Use Only
4
Citizenship or Place of Organization
DELAWARE
Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:
5
Sole Voting Power
2,537,765.00
6
Shared Voting Power
0.00
7
Sole Dispositive Power
2,541,382.50
8
Shared Dispositive Power
0.00
9
Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person
2,541,382.50
10
Check box if the aggregate amount in row (9) excludes certain shares (See Instructions)
11
Percent of class represented by amount in row (9)
8.0 %
12
Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)
HC
SCHEDULE 13G
CUSIP Number(s):
095306106
1
Names of Reporting Persons
Abigail P. Johnson
2
Check the appropriate box if a member of a Group (see instructions)
(a)
(b)
3
Sec Use Only
4
Citizenship or Place of Organization
UNITED STATES
Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:
5
Sole Voting Power
0.00
6
Shared Voting Power
0.00
7
Sole Dispositive Power
2,541,382.50
8
Shared Dispositive Power
0.00
9
Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person
2,541,382.50
10
Check box if the aggregate amount in row (9) excludes certain shares (See Instructions)
11
Percent of class represented by amount in row (9)
8.0 %
12
Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)
IN
SCHEDULE 13G
Item 1.
(a)
Name of issuer:
BLUE BIRD CORP
(b)
Address of issuer's principal executive offices:
3920 ARKWRIGHT ROAD,SUITE 200,MACON,GA,USA,31210
Item 2.
(a)
Name of person filing:
FMR LLC
(b)
Address or principal business office or, if none, residence:
245 Summer Street, Boston, Massachusetts 02210
(c)
Citizenship:
Not applicable
(d)
Title of class of securities:
COMMON STOCK
(e)
CUSIP No.:
095306106
Item 3.
If this statement is filed pursuant to §§ 240.13d-1(b) or 240.13d-2(b) or (c), check whether the person filing is a:
(a)
Broker or dealer registered under section 15 of the Act (15 U.S.C. 78o);
(b)
Bank as defined in section 3(a)(6) of the Act (15 U.S.C. 78c);
(c)
Insurance company as defined in section 3(a)(19) of the Act (15 U.S.C. 78c);
(d)
Investment company registered under section 8 of the Investment Company Act of 1940 (15 U.S.C. 80a-8);
(e)
An investment adviser in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(E);
(f)
An employee benefit plan or endowment fund in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(F);
(g)
A parent holding company or control person in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(G);
(h)
A savings associations as defined in Section 3(b) of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (12 U.S.C. 1813);
(i)
A church plan that is excluded from the definition of an investment company under section 3(c)(14) of the Investment Company Act of 1940 (15 U.S.C. 80a-3);
(j)
A non-U.S. institution in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(J). If filing as a non-U.S. institution in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(J),
please specify the type of institution:
(k)
Group, in accordance with Rule 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(K).
Item 4.
Ownership
(a)
Amount beneficially owned:
2541382.50
(b)
Percent of class:
8.0 %
(c)
Number of shares as to which the person has:
(i) Sole power to vote or to direct the vote:
Please see the responses to Items 5 and 6 on the cover page.
(ii) Shared power to vote or to direct the vote:
0.00
(iii) Sole power to dispose or to direct the disposition of:
2541382.50
(iv) Shared power to dispose or to direct the disposition of:
0.00
Item 5.
Ownership of 5 Percent or Less of a Class.
Not Applicable
Item 6.
Ownership of more than 5 Percent on Behalf of Another Person.
If any other person is known to have the right to receive or the power to direct the receipt of dividends from, or the proceeds from the sale of, such securities, a statement to that effect should be included in response to this item and, if such interest relates to more than 5 percent of the class, such person should be identified. A listing of the shareholders of an investment company registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940 or the beneficiaries of employee benefit plan, pension fund or endowment fund is not required.
One or more other persons are known to have the right to receive or the power to direct the receipt of dividends from, or the proceeds from the sale of, the COMMON STOCK of BLUE BIRD CORP. No one other person's interest in the COMMON STOCK of BLUE BIRD CORP is more than five percent of the total outstanding COMMON STOCK.
Item 7.
Identification and Classification of the Subsidiary Which Acquired the Security Being Reported on by the Parent Holding Company or Control Person.
If a parent holding company has filed this schedule, pursuant to Rule 13d-1(b)(ii)(G), so indicate under Item 3(g) and attach an exhibit stating the identity and the Item 3 classification of the relevant subsidiary. If a parent holding company has filed this schedule pursuant to Rule 13d-1(c) or Rule 13d-1(d), attach an exhibit stating the identification of the relevant subsidiary.
See attached Exhibit 99.
Item 8.
Identification and Classification of Members of the Group.
Not Applicable
Item 9.
Notice of Dissolution of Group.
Not Applicable
Item 10.
Certifications:
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.
SIGNATURE
After reasonable inquiry and to the best of my knowledge and belief, I certify that the information set forth in this statement is true, complete and correct.
FMR LLC
Signature:
Richard Bourgelas
Name/Title:
Duly authorized under Power of Attorney effective as of April 13, 2026, by and on behalf of FMR LLC and its direct and indirect subsidiaries*
Date:
05/05/2026
Abigail P. Johnson
Signature:
Richard Bourgelas
Name/Title:
Duly authorized under Power of Attorney effective as of April 13, 2026, by and on behalf of Abigail P. Johnson*
Date:
05/05/2026
Comments accompanying signature: *This power of attorney is incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 24 to the Schedule 13G filed by FMR LLC on April 29,2026, accession number: 0000315066-26-000738.
