Vanguard Holds 11.16M Bumble Shares; Reports Passive 10.73% Stake

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

The Vanguard Group reported owning 11,164,004 shares of Bumble Inc. common stock, equal to 10.73% of the outstanding class as of the filing. Vanguard discloses it holds 10,478,698 shares with sole dispositive power and shares voting power over 598,649 shares; the filing states these holdings are managed on behalf of its clients and were acquired in the ordinary course of business, not to change or influence control.

The statement is a Schedule 13G amendment filed for the 09/30/2025 event date and signed on 10/06/2025. It clarifies that no single outside person known to Vanguard has more than 5% of the class via these holdings, and no group or subsidiary classification applies.

Positive

• Large, passive institutional stake of 10.73% signals broad investor interest
• Clear breakdown of sole and shared dispositive and voting powers increases transparency
• Certification of passive intent reduces immediate likelihood of an unsolicited control contest

Negative

• Concentration risk: a single institutional holder controls over 10% of the class
• Potential for future changes in holdings due to client flows or fund rebalancing that could affect share supply

Insights

Shareholder Relations Analyst

Vanguard holds a passive, sizable 10.73% stake in Bumble, reported under Schedule 13G.

Vanguard reports beneficial ownership of 11,164,004 shares with predominant dispositive authority shown as 10,478,698 in sole dispositive power; shared voting power is reported at 598,649. The filing states the position is held in the ordinary course of business and not for control purposes, which is consistent with passive institutional ownership reporting under the Schedule 13G framework.

Key dependency is that these shares are held for clients across Vanguard's funds and managed accounts; changes in client flows or portfolio rebalancing could alter the stake over a standard investment horizon (months to quarters). Investors may monitor subsequent amendments or Schedule 13D filings for any shift to active intent.

Regulatory Compliance Specialist

The filing meets 13G disclosure norms and includes the required certification of passive intent.

The statement includes the required identification, ownership breakdown (voting vs dispositive powers), and a signed certification dated 10/06/2025. It also notes no single client of Vanguard is reported as holding over 5% via these holdings, addressing Item 6 disclosure expectations for managed-account structures.

Watch for timely amendments if Vanguard's ownership crosses thresholds or its intent changes; any move toward control or coordinated action would trigger a different disclosure form and faster reporting cadence within days rather than the 45-day timeframe that governs many 13G filings.

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

SCHEDULE 13G

UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

(Amendment No. 3)

Bumble Inc

(Name of Issuer)

Common Stock

(Title of Class of Securities)

12047B105

(CUSIP Number)

09/30/2025

(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)

SCHEDULE 13G

CUSIP No. 12047B105

1

Names of Reporting Persons

The Vanguard Group

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

PENNSYLVANIA

Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:

5	Sole Voting Power 0.00
6	Shared Voting Power 598,649.00
7	Sole Dispositive Power 10,478,698.00
8	Shared Dispositive Power 685,306.00

9

Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person

11,164,004.00

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)

10.73 %

12

Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)

IA

SCHEDULE 13G

Item 1.
(a)	Name of issuer: Bumble Inc
(b)	Address of issuer's principal executive offices: 1105 West 41st Street, Austin, TX, 78756
Item 2.
(a)	Name of person filing: The Vanguard Group
(b)	Address or principal business office or, if none, residence: 100 Vanguard Blvd., Malvern, PA 19355
(c)	Citizenship: PA
(d)	Title of class of securities: Common Stock
(e)	CUSIP No.: 12047B105
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: 11164004
(b)	Percent of class: 10.73 %
(c)	Number of shares as to which the person has:
	(i) Sole power to vote or to direct the vote: 0
	(ii) Shared power to vote or to direct the vote: 598649
	(iii) Sole power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: 10478698
	(iv) Shared power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: 685306
Item 5.	Ownership of 5 Percent or Less of a Class.
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. The Vanguard Group, Inc.'s clients, including investment companies registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940 and other managed accounts, have the right to receive or the power to direct the receipt of dividends from, or the proceeds from the sale of, the securities reported herein. No one other person's interest in the securities reported herein is more than 5%.
Item 7.	Identification and Classification of the Subsidiary Which Acquired the Security Being Reported on by the Parent Holding Company or Control Person.
	Not Applicable
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.

The Vanguard Group

Signature:	Ashley Grim
Name/Title:	Head of Global Fund Administration
Date:	10/06/2025

FAQ

What stake does Vanguard report in Bumble Inc. (BMBL)?

Vanguard reports beneficial ownership of 11,164,004 shares, equal to 10.73% of Bumble's common stock.

How much of Vanguard's holding has sole dispositive power?

The filing shows 10,478,698 shares as shares over which Vanguard has sole power to dispose.

Does Vanguard claim voting control over Bumble shares?

Vanguard reports 0 shares with sole voting power and 598,649 shares with shared voting power.

Was the position reported as passive or active?

The filing includes a certification that the holdings were acquired and are held in the ordinary course of business and not to change or influence control, consistent with a passive Schedule 13G filing.

When was the Schedule 13G amendment signed?

The filing is signed by Ashley Grim on 10/06/2025.