AQR Reports 7.28% Stake in BellRing Brands

BELLRING BRANDS, INC. ownership update: AQR Capital Management, LLC and parent AQR Capital Management Holdings, LLC report beneficial ownership of 8,533,460 shares, representing 7.28% of common stock.

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

BELLRING BRANDS, INC. ownership update: AQR Capital Management, LLC and parent AQR Capital Management Holdings, LLC report beneficial ownership of 8,533,460 shares, representing 7.28% of common stock. The filings show shared voting power 8,235,699 and shared dispositive power 8,533,460.

The schedule is filed as an amendment and states that AQR Capital Management, LLC is a wholly owned subsidiary of AQR Capital Management Holdings, LLC. The filing is signed by an authorized signatory on behalf of both entities.

Insights

Institutional Ownership Analyst

Large institutional holding reported; passive ownership disclosed.

The filing records a 7.28% beneficial stake held jointly by AQR entities with 8,533,460 shares of common stock. The disclosure lists specific voting and dispositive power allocations, with shared voting power of 8,235,699.

As an amended Schedule 13G, this reflects passive/institutional reporting rather than an active takeover intent; subsequent filings would show any material change in position.

Key Figures

Beneficial ownership: 8,533,460 shares Percent of class: 7.28% Shared voting power: 8,235,699 shares +1 more

4 metrics

Beneficial ownership 8,533,460 shares Amount beneficially owned (Schedule 13G/A)

Percent of class 7.28% Percent of common stock beneficially owned

Shared voting power 8,235,699 shares Shared power to vote or direct the vote

Shared dispositive power 8,533,460 shares Shared power to dispose or direct disposition

Key Terms

Schedule 13G/A, Beneficial ownership, Shared dispositive power

3 terms

Schedule 13G/A regulatory

"Amendment No. 1 ) BELLRING BRANDS, INC. (Schedule 13G/A)"

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.

Beneficial ownership financial

"Item 4. | Ownership (a) | Amount beneficially owned: 8,533,460"

Beneficial ownership means the person or entity that actually enjoys the benefits of owning shares or other assets — such as receiving dividends, voting rights, or price gains — even if the legal title is held in another name. For investors it matters because knowing who truly controls and profits from a company reveals who can influence decisions, exposes potential conflicts of interest or hidden concentration of power, and affects transparency and risk in the stock.

Shared dispositive power financial

"(iv) Shared power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: 8,533,460"

FAQ

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What stake does AQR report in BRBR?

AQR reports beneficial ownership of 8,533,460 shares, equal to 7.28% of BellRing Brands' common stock, as stated in the amended Schedule 13G/A.

How much voting power does AQR hold in BRBR?

The filing shows shared voting power of 8,235,699 shares for the AQR entities; sole voting power is reported as 0 shares in this amendment.

Who filed the Schedule 13G/A for BRBR?

The Schedule 13G/A was filed by AQR Capital Management, LLC and AQR Capital Management Holdings, LLC, with the subsidiary relationship disclosed in the exhibit.

Does the filing indicate active control or disposition plans?

The amendment lists shared dispositive power of 8,533,460 shares but does not state active takeover intent; it is filed under Schedule 13G/A, indicating passive/institutional reporting.

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Accepted by SEC EDGAR 05/14/2026 - 08:57 AM Learn about SEC filing dates

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

SCHEDULE 13G

UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

(Amendment No. 1)

BELLRING BRANDS, INC.

(Name of Issuer)

Common Stock, $0.01 par value per share

(Title of Class of Securities)

07831C103

(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): 07831C103

1

Names of Reporting Persons

AQR Capital Management, 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

UNITED STATES

Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:

5	Sole Voting Power 0.00
6	Shared Voting Power 8,235,699.00
7	Sole Dispositive Power 0.00
8	Shared Dispositive Power 8,533,460.00

9

Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person

8,533,460.00

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)

7.28 %

12

Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)

IA

SCHEDULE 13G

CUSIP Number(s): 07831C103

1

Names of Reporting Persons

AQR Capital Management Holdings, 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

UNITED STATES

Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:

5	Sole Voting Power 0.00
6	Shared Voting Power 8,235,699.00
7	Sole Dispositive Power 0.00
8	Shared Dispositive Power 8,533,460.00

9

Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person

8,533,460.00

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)

7.28 %

12

Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)

HC

SCHEDULE 13G

Item 1.
(a)	Name of issuer: BELLRING BRANDS, INC.
(b)	Address of issuer's principal executive offices: 1 N. BRENTWOOD BOULEVARD, SUITE 1550, CLAYTON, MISSOURI 63105
Item 2.
(a)	Name of person filing: AQR Capital Management, LLC AQR Capital Management Holdings, LLC
(b)	Address or principal business office or, if none, residence: ONE GREENWICH PLAZA SUITE 130 Greenwich, Connecticut 06830
(c)	Citizenship: AQR Capital Management, LLC - UNITED STATES AQR Capital Management Holdings, LLC - UNITED STATES
(d)	Title of class of securities: Common Stock, $0.01 par value per share
(e)	CUSIP No.: 07831C103
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: 8,533,460
(b)	Percent of class: 7.28 %
(c)	Number of shares as to which the person has:
	(i) Sole power to vote or to direct the vote: AQR Capital Management, LLC - 0 AQR Capital Management Holdings, LLC - 0
	(ii) Shared power to vote or to direct the vote: AQR Capital Management, LLC - 8,235,699 AQR Capital Management Holdings, LLC - 8,235,699
	(iii) Sole power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: AQR Capital Management, LLC - 0 AQR Capital Management Holdings, LLC - 0
	(iv) Shared power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: AQR Capital Management, LLC - 8,533,460 AQR Capital Management Holdings, LLC - 8,533,460
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.
	Not Applicable
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 Item 2(a) above.
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.

AQR Capital Management, LLC

Signature:	Henry Parkin
Name/Title:	Authorized Signatory
Date:	05/14/2026

AQR Capital Management Holdings, LLC

Signature:	Henry Parkin
Name/Title:	Authorized Signatory
Date:	05/14/2026

Exhibit Information

AQR Capital Management Holdings, LLC and AQR Capital Management, LLC hereby agree that this Schedule 13G is filed on behalf of each of the parties. AQR Capital Management, LLC is a wholly owned subsidiary of AQR Capital Management Holdings, LLC.