FMR LLC amended its Schedule 13G to report beneficial ownership of 6,539,875.17 shares of Brady Corporation Class A Nonvoting Common Stock, representing 15.0% of that class as of 03/31/2026. The filing (Amendment No. 5) names Abigail P. Johnson as having dispositive power over the same shares. The filing also discloses that Strategic Advisers Fidelity U.S. Total Stock Fund held 2,234,059 shares (5.1%) as of 03/31/2026.
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Insights
Large passive stake disclosed by an institutional investor; neutral for immediate valuation impact.
FMR LLC reports a 15.0% beneficial position in Brady Corporation Class A shares (6,539,875.17 shares) as of 03/31/2026. The filing is an ownership disclosure under Schedule 13G/A rather than an active transaction notice.
Ownership papers show dispositive authority by Abigail P. Johnson and list a >5% holding by a Fidelity sub‑fund (2,234,059 shares, 5.1%). Subsequent filings would show any changes; timing and cash‑flow treatment are not stated here.
Key Figures
Beneficial ownership:6,539,875.17 sharesPercent of class:15.0%Fidelity sub‑fund holding:2,234,059 shares
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Beneficial ownership6,539,875.17 sharesAmount beneficially owned by FMR LLC as of 03/31/2026
Percent of class15.0%Percent of Brady Corporation Class A Nonvoting Common Stock
Fidelity sub‑fund holding2,234,059 sharesStrategic Advisers Fidelity U.S. Total Stock Fund holding as of 03/31/2026 (5.1%)
Key Terms
Schedule 13G/A, Beneficially owned, Dispositive power, Power of Attorney
4 terms
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 ownedfinancial
"Amount beneficially owned: 6539875.17"
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.
Dispositive powerregulatory
"Sole Dispositive Power 6,539,875.17"
Dispositive power is the authority to decide the final outcome of an asset, legal claim, contract, or corporate action — in effect the power to dispose of or resolve something. For investors it matters because whoever holds that authority can determine who gets paid, who controls an asset or vote, and how risks and returns are allocated; think of it like holding the key that lets you lock in the winner or loser in a deal.
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.
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
SCHEDULE 13G
UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
(Amendment No. 5)
BRADY CORPORATION
(Name of Issuer)
CLASS A NONVOTING COMMON STOCK
(Title of Class of Securities)
104674106
(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):
104674106
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
6,374,785.17
6
Shared Voting Power
0.00
7
Sole Dispositive Power
6,539,875.17
8
Shared Dispositive Power
0.00
9
Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person
6,539,875.17
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)
15.0 %
12
Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)
HC
SCHEDULE 13G
CUSIP Number(s):
104674106
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
6,539,875.17
8
Shared Dispositive Power
0.00
9
Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person
6,539,875.17
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)
15.0 %
12
Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)
IN
SCHEDULE 13G
Item 1.
(a)
Name of issuer:
BRADY CORPORATION
(b)
Address of issuer's principal executive offices:
6555 W GOOD HOPE RD,P O BOX 571,MILWAUKEE,WI,USA,53201-0571
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:
CLASS A NONVOTING COMMON STOCK
(e)
CUSIP No.:
104674106
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:
6539875.17
(b)
Percent of class:
15.0 %
(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:
6539875.17
(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 CLASS A NONVOTING COMMON STOCK of BRADY CORPORATION. The interest of Strategic Advisers Fidelity U.S. Total Stock Fund, in the CLASS A NONVOTING COMMON STOCK of BRADY CORPORATION, amounted to 2234059.00 shares or 5.1% of the total outstanding CLASS A NONVOTING COMMON STOCK at 03/31/2026.
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.
What stake does FMR LLC report in Brady Corporation (BRC)?
FMR LLC reports beneficial ownership of 6,539,875.17 shares, or 15.0%. The Schedule 13G/A (Amendment No. 5) lists this position as of 03/31/2026 with dispositive power attributed to Abigail P. Johnson.
Does the filing show who controls the FMR LLC votes in BRC?
The filing attributes dispositive power to Abigail P. Johnson. It shows sole dispositive power of 6,539,875.17 shares and lists voting/dispositive breakdowns on the cover information provided in the filing.
Is any other Fidelity fund a >5% holder of BRC according to this filing?
Yes: Strategic Advisers Fidelity U.S. Total Stock Fund held 2,234,059 shares, or 5.1%. That position is reported as of 03/31/2026 in Item 6 of the Schedule 13G/A amendment.
What does Amendment No. 5 to the Schedule 13G/A mean for BRC share disclosure?
Amendment No. 5 updates previously filed ownership information. It restates beneficial ownership figures and identifies persons with voting/dispositive power; it is a disclosure change rather than a transaction report.
Who signed the Schedule 13G/A amendment for FMR LLC?
The amendment is signed by Richard Bourgelas as a duly authorized representative. Signatures are dated 05/05/2026 and reference a power of attorney effective April 13, 2026.