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Orbis group discloses 11.8% stake in Bruker Corp (BRKR)

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Form Type
SCHEDULE 13G/A

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Bruker Corp reports that Orbis Investment Management Ltd, Allan Gray Australia Pty Ltd and Orbis Investment Management (U.S.), L.P. together beneficially own 17,940,076 shares of Common Stock, equal to 11.8% of the class as disclosed in this Schedule 13G/A amendment.

The filing breaks down voting and dispositive power: Orbis Investment Management Ltd holds 16,852,868 shares of sole voting and dispositive power; Orbis Investment Management (U.S.), L.P. holds 1,058,886 shares; Allan Gray Australia Pty Ltd holds 28,322 shares. The reporting persons state they do not treat themselves as a Section 13(d)(3) group and each disclaims ownership of shares reported by the others.

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Large passive stake disclosed: 11.8% beneficial ownership by Orbis-related reporting persons.

The filing shows a combined position of 17,940,076 shares representing 11.8% of common stock, with the bulk held by Orbis Investment Management Ltd (sole voting power on 16,852,868 shares). This identifies a sizeable institutional holder visible in public ownership records.

Key dependencies include any future amendments or sale notices; subsequent Form 13D/13G amendments would update percent ownership and voting power changes.

Filing follows Schedule 13G/A format and includes required disclosure and certifications.

The amendment includes Itemized disclosures: names, addresses, citizenship, CUSIP 116794108, and the ownership table with voting and dispositive powers. It also contains the comparability certification for non-U.S. institutions and the signatures of an attorney-in-fact.

Watch for any future attestations or group-status changes; the filing expressly disclaims Section 13(d)(3) group membership.

Beneficial ownership 17,940,076 shares aggregate reported in Item 4(a)
Percent of class 11.8% percent of common stock reported in Item 4(a)
Orbis Ltd sole voting power 16,852,868 shares sole voting/dispositive power held by Orbis Investment Management Ltd
Orbis (U.S.) holdings 1,058,886 shares sole voting/dispositive power held by Orbis Investment Management (U.S.), L.P.
Allan Gray holdings 28,322 shares sole voting/dispositive power held by Allan Gray Australia Pty Ltd
CUSIP 116794108 identified in Item 3(b)
Schedule 13G/A regulatory
"Item 1. (a) Name of issuer: BRUKER CORP"
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 owned financial
"Item 4. (a) Amount beneficially owned: 17,940,076"
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.
sole dispositive power financial
"7 | Sole Dispositive Power 16,852,868.00"
Sole dispositive power is the exclusive legal authority to decide what happens to a security — for example, whether to sell, transfer, or retain shares — without needing anyone else’s permission. Investors care because it signals who truly controls the economic outcome of an investment: like holding the only key to a safe, the holder can realize gains or losses and may trigger regulatory reporting, insider rules, or influence over corporate ownership.
Section 13(d)(3) group regulatory
"none of the Reporting Persons represents that it is a member of a group for the purposes of Section 13(d)(3)"
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116794108

(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





SCHEDULE 13G





SCHEDULE 13G





SCHEDULE 13G



ORBIS INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT LTD
Signature:Matthew Gaarder
Name/Title:Attorney-in-Fact
Date:05/15/2026
Allan Gray Australia Pty Ltd
Signature:Matthew Gaarder
Name/Title:Attorney-in-Fact
Date:05/15/2026
Orbis Investment Management (U.S.) L.P.
Signature:Matthew Gaarder
Name/Title:Secretary
Date:05/15/2026

FAQ

What stake in BRKR does Orbis report?

The filing states a combined beneficial ownership of 17,940,076 shares, representing 11.8% of Bruker Corp common stock. This figure is the aggregate reported by the named Reporting Persons in Item 4(a).

Who holds the voting power within the reported position?

Orbis Investment Management Ltd is reported to hold sole voting and dispositive power over 16,852,868 shares. Orbis (U.S.), L.P. holds sole voting/dispositive power for 1,058,886 shares and Allan Gray holds 28,322 shares.

Does the filing declare a group under Section 13(d)(3)?

No. The Reporting Persons state they are filing together but explicitly decline to represent that they form a group for purposes of Section 13(d)(3) and each disclaims beneficial ownership of shares reported by the others.

What CUSIP and class are disclosed in the amendment?

The amendment identifies the securities as Bruker Corp Common Stock with CUSIP 116794108. That identifier and class appear in Item 1 and Item 3 of the Schedule 13G/A.

Are any other parties entitled to dividends or proceeds on these shares?

The filing states that other persons have the right to receive dividends or proceeds with respect to shares beneficially owned by each Reporting Person, and notes that such rights exist for the shares reported by Orbis entities and Allan Gray.