Paradigm Capital reports 2.51M shares of Cerence (CRNC) on behalf of clients

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Cerence Inc. ownership disclosure: Paradigm Capital Management, Inc. reports beneficial ownership of 2,507,276 shares of Cerence common stock, representing 5.55% of the class as of 03/31/2026. The filing states the shares are owned by advisory clients and Paradigm has sole voting and dispositive power over these shares. The report was signed on 05/15/2026.

Insights

Institutional Ownership Analyst

Large advisory holding crosses the 5% reporting threshold.

Paradigm Capital Management reports 2,507,276 shares or 5.55% of Cerence common stock as beneficially owned as of 03/31/2026. The filing attributes sole voting and sole dispositive power to the adviser.

Because the filing notes the securities are owned by advisory clients, voting and disposition reflect client-directed advisory mandates; cash‑flow treatment and specific client identities are not disclosed in the excerpt. Subsequent filings may update holdings.

Regulatory Compliance Specialist

Disclosure aligns with Schedule 13G passive/investor reporting conventions.

The form lists issuer CUSIP 156727109 and includes the reporting person’s address and citizenship. The statement in Item 6 clarifies the shares are owned by advisory clients, consistent with passive reporting for institutional investors.

Watch for any amended filings if Paradigm’s percentage rises above reporting thresholds or if the firm switches to active reporting status; no such change is stated here.

Key Figures

Shares beneficially owned: 2,507,276 shares Percent of class: 5.55% CUSIP: 156727109 +1 more

4 metrics

Shares beneficially owned 2,507,276 shares Amount beneficially owned reported in Item 4

Percent of class 5.55% Percent of class reported in Item 4 as of 03/31/2026

CUSIP 156727109 Issuer CUSIP for Cerence common stock

Report signature date 05/15/2026 Signature date by CCO Richard Gimon

Key Terms

Schedule 13G, beneficially owned, sole dispositive power

3 terms

Schedule 13G regulatory

"Item 1: Name of issuer: Cerence Inc."

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.

beneficially owned financial

"Item 4: Amount beneficially owned: 2507276"

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 regulatory

"Item 4: (iii) Sole power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: 2507276"

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.

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

SCHEDULE 13G

UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

Cerence Inc.

(Name of Issuer)

Common Stock

(Title of Class of Securities)

156727109

(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): 156727109

1

Names of Reporting Persons

PARADIGM CAPITAL MANAGEMENT INC/NY

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

NEW YORK

Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:

5	Sole Voting Power 2,507,276.00
6	Shared Voting Power 0.00
7	Sole Dispositive Power 2,507,276.00
8	Shared Dispositive Power 0.00

9

Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person

2,507,276.00

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)

5.6 %

12

Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)

IA

SCHEDULE 13G

Item 1.
(a)	Name of issuer: Cerence Inc.
(b)	Address of issuer's principal executive offices: 25 MALL ROAD, SUITE 416, BURLINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS, 01803
Item 2.
(a)	Name of person filing: Paradigm Capital Management, Inc.
(b)	Address or principal business office or, if none, residence: 9 Elk Street Albany, NY 12207
(c)	Citizenship: New York S Corporation
(d)	Title of class of securities: Common Stock
(e)	CUSIP Number(s): 156727109
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: 2507276
(b)	Percent of class: 5.55%
(c)	Number of shares as to which the person has:
	(i) Sole power to vote or to direct the vote: 2507276
	(ii) Shared power to vote or to direct the vote: 0
	(iii) Sole power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: 2507276
	(iv) Shared power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: 0
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. All securities reported in this Schedule 13G Report are owned by advisory clients of the Reporting Person.
Item 7.	Identification and Classification of the Subsidiary Which Acquired the Security Being Reported on by the Parent Holding Company or Control Person.
	Not Applicable
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.

PARADIGM CAPITAL MANAGEMENT INC/NY

Signature:	Richard Gimon
Name/Title:	CCO
Date:	05/15/2026

FAQ

What stake does Paradigm Capital Management report in Cerence (CRNC)?

Paradigm reports beneficial ownership of 2,507,276 shares, equal to 5.55% of Cerence common stock as of 03/31/2026. The filing shows sole voting and dispositive power over these shares.

Are the Cerence shares held directly by Paradigm or on behalf of clients?

The filing states all securities reported are owned by advisory clients of Paradigm Capital Management. Paradigm reports sole voting and dispositive power but indicates ownership is for client accounts.

What CUSIP and filing date are shown in the Schedule 13G for Cerence?

The Schedule 13G lists CUSIP 156727109 and reports holdings "as of" 03/31/2026. The signature on the filing is dated 05/15/2026 by the reporting person’s CCO.

Does the filing show any shared voting power or shared dispositive power?

No. Item 4 reports 0 shares of shared voting power and 0 shares of shared dispositive power; Paradigm reports sole voting and dispositive power for the 2,507,276 shares.

Will this Schedule 13G trigger further disclosure if Paradigm’s stake changes?

If Paradigm’s ownership crosses other regulatory thresholds or the firm’s status changes, amended filings are required. The excerpt does not state any planned amendments or changes in reporting status.