CHARLES RIVER LABORATORIES INTERNATIONAL, INC. (CRL) has a significant shareholder reported on an amended Schedule 13G.
FMR LLC and Abigail P. Johnson report beneficial ownership of 4,865,628.13 shares of CRL common stock, representing 10.2% of the class as of August 31, 2026. FMR LLC reports sole voting power over 4,813,779.74 shares and sole dispositive power over 4,865,628.13 shares, with no shared voting or dispositive power. The filing notes that one or more other persons may have rights to receive dividends or sale proceeds from these shares, but no single other person’s interest exceeds five percent of CRL’s outstanding common stock.
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Key Figures
Beneficially owned shares:4,865,628.13 sharesPercent of class:10.2%Sole voting power:4,813,779.74 shares+4 more
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Beneficially owned shares4,865,628.13 sharesCommon stock of CHARLES RIVER LABORATORIES INTERNATIONAL, INC. as of August 31, 2026
Percent of class10.2%Portion of CRL common stock beneficially owned by FMR LLC and Abigail P. Johnson
Sole voting power4,813,779.74 sharesShares of CRL common stock over which FMR LLC has sole voting power
Shared voting power0.00 sharesShares of CRL common stock over which FMR LLC has shared voting power
Sole dispositive power (FMR LLC)4,865,628.13 sharesCRL shares over which FMR LLC may dispose or direct disposition
Sole dispositive power (Abigail P. Johnson)4,865,628.13 sharesCRL shares over which Abigail P. Johnson has sole dispositive power
Event dateAugust 31, 2026Date as of which the CRL ownership figures are reported
Key Terms
beneficially owned, Sole Voting Power, Sole Dispositive Power, Schedule 13G, +1 more
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 Voting Powerfinancial
"5 | Sole Voting Power 4,813,779.74"
Sole voting power is the exclusive right to cast votes attached to a shareholder’s stock without needing approval from anyone else. Like holding the only remote control for a TV, it lets that holder decide corporate matters such as board members, mergers, and policy changes, making it important to investors because it concentrates control and can strongly influence a company’s strategy and the value of its shares.
Sole Dispositive Powerfinancial
"7 | Sole Dispositive Power 4,865,628.13"
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.
Schedule 13Gregulatory
"Please see Exhibit 99 for 13d-1(k) (1) agreement."
A Schedule 13G is a formal document that investors file with the government when they acquire a large ownership stake in a company, usually for investment purposes rather than control. It helps keep the public informed about who owns significant parts of a company's shares, which can influence how the company is managed and how investors make decisions. Filing this schedule is important for transparency and understanding the ownership landscape of publicly traded companies.
parent holding companyfinancial
"If a parent holding company has filed this schedule, pursuant to (ii)(G)"
FAQ
What percentage of CHARLES RIVER LABORATORIES (CRL) shares does FMR LLC report owning?
FMR LLC and Abigail P. Johnson report beneficial ownership of 10.2% of CHARLES RIVER LABORATORIES INTERNATIONAL, INC. common stock, based on 4,865,628.13 shares held as of August 31, 2026.
How many CRL shares does FMR LLC beneficially own according to this Schedule 13G/A?
FMR LLC reports beneficial ownership of 4,865,628.13 shares of CHARLES RIVER LABORATORIES INTERNATIONAL, INC. common stock, representing 10.2% of the class as of August 31, 2026.
What voting power does FMR LLC have over its CHARLES RIVER LABORATORIES (CRL) shares?
FMR LLC reports sole voting power over 4,813,779.74 shares of CRL common stock and shared voting power of 0.00 shares. It also reports sole dispositive power over 4,865,628.13 shares with no shared dispositive power.
What role does Abigail P. Johnson have in the ownership of CRL shares?
Abigail P. Johnson, a United States citizen, reports sole dispositive power over 4,865,628.13 shares of CHARLES RIVER LABORATORIES common stock and no sole or shared voting power. This corresponds to 10.2% of the outstanding common stock as of August 31, 2026.
Do other investors have rights to the CRL shares reported by FMR LLC?
The filing states that one or more other persons are known to have rights to receive dividends or sale proceeds from the CRL common stock, but no single other person has an interest exceeding 5% of the total outstanding common stock.
When is the ownership information for CRL by FMR LLC effective?
The beneficial ownership information is stated as of August 31, 2026, with the Schedule 13G/A signed on September 4, 2026 by Stephanie J. Brown under powers of attorney for FMR LLC and Abigail P. Johnson.
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
SCHEDULE 13G
UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
(Amendment No. 2)
CHARLES RIVER LABORATORIES INTERNATIONAL, INC.
(Name of Issuer)
COMMON STOCK
(Title of Class of Securities)
159864107
(CUSIP Number)
08/31/2026
(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):
159864107
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
4,813,779.74
6
Shared Voting Power
0.00
7
Sole Dispositive Power
4,865,628.13
8
Shared Dispositive Power
0.00
9
Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person
4,865,628.13
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)
10.2 %
12
Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)
HC
SCHEDULE 13G
CUSIP Number(s):
159864107
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
4,865,628.13
8
Shared Dispositive Power
0.00
9
Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person
4,865,628.13
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)
10.2 %
12
Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)
IN
SCHEDULE 13G
Item 1.
(a)
Name of issuer:
CHARLES RIVER LABORATORIES INTERNATIONAL, INC.
(b)
Address of issuer's principal executive offices:
251 Ballardvale St,Wilmington,MA,US,01887
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:
COMMON STOCK
(e)
CUSIP No.:
159864107
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:
4865628.13
(b)
Percent of class:
10.2 %
(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:
4865628.13
(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 COMMON STOCK of CHARLES RIVER LABORATORIES INTERNATIONAL, INC.. No one other person's interest in the COMMON STOCK of CHARLES RIVER LABORATORIES INTERNATIONAL, INC. is more than five percent of the total outstanding COMMON STOCK.
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:
Stephanie J. Brown
Name/Title:
Duly authorized under Power of Attorney effective as of January 3, 2023, by and on behalf of FMR LLC and its direct and indirect subsidiaries*
Date:
09/04/2026
Abigail P. Johnson
Signature:
Stephanie J. Brown
Name/Title:
Duly authorized under Power of Attorney effective as of January 26, 2023, by and on behalf of Abigail P. Johnson**
Date:
09/04/2026
Comments accompanying signature: * This power of attorney is incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 24 to the Schedule 13G filed by FMR LLC on January 10, 2023, accession number: 0000315066-23-000003.
** This power of attorney is incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 24 to the Schedule 13G filed by FMR LLC on January 31, 2023, accession number: 0000315066-23-000038.