[SCHEDULE 13G/A] Burford Capital Ltd Amended Passive Investment Disclosure
Ameriprise reports 8.4% stake in Burford Capital
Ameriprise Financial, Inc. and Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC filed Amendment No. 4 to a Schedule 13G for Burford Capital Ltd common stock.
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Ameriprise Financial, Inc. and Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC filed Amendment No. 4 to a Schedule 13G for Burford Capital Ltd common stock. The reporting group shows shared voting power over 17,561,640 shares and shared dispositive power over 18,474,414 shares.
These positions represent 8.4% of Burford Capital’s outstanding common stock for each reporting person. Ameriprise, as parent of Columbia Management, may be deemed to beneficially own the shares reported by Columbia, but both entities disclaim beneficial ownership of the reported shares.
Key Figures
Shared voting power:17,561,640 sharesShared dispositive power:18,474,414 sharesPercent of class:8.4%
3 metrics
Shared voting power17,561,640 sharesShares of Burford Capital common stock with shared voting power reported by each person
Shared dispositive power18,474,414 sharesShares of Burford Capital common stock with shared dispositive power reported
Percent of class8.4%Portion of Burford Capital common stock beneficially owned by each reporting person
"AFI, as the parent company of CMIA, may be deemed to beneficially own the shares"
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.
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"Shared Voting Power 17,561,640.00"
Shared voting power occurs when two or more parties jointly have the right to vote or decide how a block of company shares is cast, like co-owners who must agree before moving a piece of furniture. Investors care because who controls voting rights affects board elections, major corporate decisions and takeover outcomes, and shared control can alter regulatory disclosures and the practical influence any holder has over a company’s direction and value.
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"Shared Dispositive Power 18,474,414.00"
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"If a parent holding company has filed this schedule, pursuant to (ii)(G)"
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What ownership stake in BUR does Ameriprise Financial report on this Schedule 13G/A?
Ameriprise Financial reports beneficial ownership of 18,474,414 Burford Capital shares, representing 8.4% of the company’s common stock, based on shared voting and dispositive power reported together with its subsidiary, Columbia Management.
How many BUR shares does Columbia Management Investment Advisers control under this filing?
Columbia Management Investment Advisers reports shared voting power over 17,561,640 Burford Capital shares and shared dispositive power over 18,474,414 shares, equating to an 8.4% ownership position in Burford Capital’s common stock.
Do Ameriprise Financial and Columbia Management disclaim beneficial ownership of BUR shares?
Yes. The filing states that both Ameriprise Financial and Columbia Management disclaim beneficial ownership of any Burford Capital shares reported on the Schedule 13G, even though Ameriprise may be deemed to own shares through its parent relationship.
What type of securities in BUR are covered by this Schedule 13G/A amendment?
The Schedule 13G/A covers Burford Capital Ltd common stock identified by CUSIP G17977110. The filing reports the aggregate number of common shares over which the reporting persons have shared voting and dispositive power.
Who signed the BUR Schedule 13G/A on behalf of Ameriprise and Columbia?
The amendment is signed by Michael G. Clarke, identified as Senior Vice President, North America Head of Operations & Investor Services, acting for the reporting entities on the dates shown in the signature block.
What is the relationship between Ameriprise Financial and Columbia Management in this BUR filing?
The filing states that Ameriprise Financial is the parent company of Columbia Management Investment Advisers. As a result, Ameriprise may be deemed to beneficially own the Burford Capital shares reported by Columbia, subject to both entities’ ownership disclaimers.
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
SCHEDULE 13G
UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
(Amendment No. 4)
Burford Capital Ltd
(Name of Issuer)
Common Stock
(Title of Class of Securities)
G17977110
(CUSIP Number)
06/30/2026
(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):
G17977110
1
Names of Reporting Persons
Ameriprise Financial, Inc.
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
0.00
6
Shared Voting Power
17,561,640.00
7
Sole Dispositive Power
0.00
8
Shared Dispositive Power
18,474,414.00
9
Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person
18,474,414.00
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)
8.4 %
12
Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)
HC
SCHEDULE 13G
CUSIP Number(s):
G17977110
1
Names of Reporting Persons
Columbia Management Investment Advisers, 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
MINNESOTA
Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:
5
Sole Voting Power
0.00
6
Shared Voting Power
17,561,640.00
7
Sole Dispositive Power
0.00
8
Shared Dispositive Power
18,474,414.00
9
Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person
18,474,414.00
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)
8.4 %
12
Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)
IA
SCHEDULE 13G
Item 1.
(a)
Name of issuer:
Burford Capital Ltd
(b)
Address of issuer's principal executive offices:
Oak House, Hirzel Street, St. Peter Port, Guernsey, GY1 2NP
Item 2.
(a)
Name of person filing:
(a) Ameriprise Financial, Inc. ("AFI")
(b) Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC ("CMIA")
(b)
Address or principal business office or, if none, residence:
(a) 145 Ameriprise Financial Center, Minneapolis, MN 55474
(b) 290 Congress Street, Boston, MA 02210
(c)
Citizenship:
(a) Delaware
(b) Minnesota
(d)
Title of class of securities:
Common Stock
(e)
CUSIP No.:
G17977110
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:
Incorporated by reference to Items (5)-(9) and (11) of the cover page pertaining to each reporting person.
AFI, as the parent company of CMIA, may be deemed to beneficially own the shares reported herein by CMIA. Accordingly, the shares reported herein by AFI include those shares separately reported herein by CMIA.
Each of AFI and CMIA disclaims beneficial ownership of any shares reported on this Schedule.
(b)
Percent of class:
The information required by Item 4(b) is set forth in Rows (5)-(9) and (11) of the cover page for each Reporting Person hereto and is incorporated herein by reference for each Reporting Person.
(c)
Number of shares as to which the person has:
(i) Sole power to vote or to direct the vote:
The information required by Item 4(c) is set forth in Rows (5)-(9) and (11) of the cover page for each Reporting Person hereto and is incorporated herein by reference for each Reporting Person.
(ii) Shared power to vote or to direct the vote:
The information required by Item 4(c) is set forth in Rows (5)-(9) and (11) of the cover page for each Reporting Person hereto and is incorporated herein by reference for each Reporting Person.
(iii) Sole power to dispose or to direct the disposition of:
The information required by Item 4(c) is set forth in Rows (5)-(9) and (11) of the cover page for each Reporting Person hereto and is incorporated herein by reference for each Reporting Person.
(iv) Shared power to dispose or to direct the disposition of:
The information required by Item 4(c) is set forth in Rows (5)-(9) and (11) of the cover page for each Reporting Person hereto and is incorporated herein by reference for each Reporting Person.
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.
AFI: See Exhibit I
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.
Ameriprise Financial, Inc.
Signature:
/s/ Michael G. Clarke
Name/Title:
Michael G. Clarke, Senior Vice President, North America Head of Operations & Investor Services
Date:
08/14/2026
Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC
Signature:
/s/ Michael G. Clarke
Name/Title:
Michael G. Clarke, Senior Vice President, North America Head of Operations & Investor Services
Date:
08/14/2026
Comments accompanying signature:
Contact Information
Charles Chiesa
VP Fund Treasurer Global Operations and Investor Services
Telephone: 617-385-9593
Exhibit Information
Exhibit Index
Exhibit I Identification and Classification of the Subsidiary which Acquired the Security Being Reported on by the Parent Holding Company.
Exhibit II Joint Filing Agreement
