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[6-K] Diageo plc Current Report (Foreign Issuer)

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William Blair Investment Management, LLC (WBIM) filed a Schedule 13G on 30 Jun 2025 disclosing ownership of 1,631,402 GeneDx Holdings Corp. (WGS) common shares, equal to 5.7 % of the outstanding class. The investment adviser has sole voting power over 1,491,038 shares and sole dispositive power over the full 1.63 million shares; no shared authority is reported. The filing was made under Rule 13d-1(b), indicating the position is held in the ordinary course of business rather than to influence control. No group membership, subsidiary involvement, or special arrangements are disclosed. Crossing the 5 % threshold requires initial reporting and signals the entrance of a mid-size institutional investor into the company’s shareholder base.

William Blair Investment Management, LLC (WBIM) ha presentato un modulo Schedule 13G il 30 giugno 2025, dichiarando la proprietà di 1.631.402 azioni ordinarie di GeneDx Holdings Corp. (WGS), pari al 5,7 % della classe in circolazione. Il consulente d'investimento detiene il pieno potere di voto su 1.491.038 azioni e il pieno potere dispositive sull'intero ammontare di 1,63 milioni di azioni; non è riportata alcuna autorità condivisa. La comunicazione è stata effettuata ai sensi della Regola 13d-1(b), indicando che la posizione è detenuta nell'ordinaria attività commerciale e non per influenzare il controllo. Non sono state dichiarate appartenenze a gruppi, coinvolgimenti di società controllate o accordi speciali. Superare la soglia del 5 % richiede una comunicazione iniziale e segnala l'ingresso di un investitore istituzionale di media dimensione nella base azionaria della società.

William Blair Investment Management, LLC (WBIM) presentó un Schedule 13G el 30 de junio de 2025, revelando la propiedad de 1,631,402 acciones ordinarias de GeneDx Holdings Corp. (WGS), equivalentes al 5.7 % de la clase en circulación. El asesor de inversiones tiene el poder exclusivo de voto sobre 1,491,038 acciones y el poder exclusivo dispositive sobre la totalidad de las 1.63 millones de acciones; no se reporta autoridad compartida. La presentación se realizó bajo la Regla 13d-1(b), indicando que la posición se mantiene en el curso ordinario del negocio y no para influir en el control. No se divulgan membresías de grupo, participación de subsidiarias ni acuerdos especiales. Cruzar el umbral del 5 % requiere un reporte inicial y señala la entrada de un inversor institucional de tamaño medio en la base accionaria de la compañía.

William Blair Investment Management, LLC (WBIM)는 2025년 6월 30일 Schedule 13G를 제출하여 GeneDx Holdings Corp. (WGS)의 보통주 1,631,402주를 보유하고 있음을 공개했으며, 이는 발행 주식의 5.7 %에 해당합니다. 투자 자문사는 1,491,038주에 대한 단독 의결권과 전체 163만 주에 대한 단독 처분 권한을 보유하고 있으며, 공동 권한은 보고되지 않았습니다. 이 제출은 규칙 13d-1(b)에 따라 이루어졌으며, 이는 해당 지분이 경영권에 영향을 미치기 위한 것이 아니라 정상적인 사업 활동의 일환임을 나타냅니다. 그룹 구성원, 자회사 참여 또는 특별한 합의는 공개되지 않았습니다. 5 % 임계치를 넘는 것은 최초 보고를 요구하며, 중형 기관투자자가 회사 주주 기반에 진입했음을 알립니다.

William Blair Investment Management, LLC (WBIM) a déposé un Schedule 13G le 30 juin 2025, révélant la détention de 1 631 402 actions ordinaires de GeneDx Holdings Corp. (WGS), représentant 5,7 % de la classe en circulation. Le conseiller en investissement détient le pouvoir de vote exclusif sur 1 491 038 actions et le pouvoir discrétionnaire exclusif sur l'intégralité des 1,63 million d'actions ; aucune autorité partagée n'est signalée. Le dépôt a été effectué conformément à la règle 13d-1(b), indiquant que la position est détenue dans le cours normal des affaires et non dans le but d'influencer le contrôle. Aucune appartenance à un groupe, implication de filiale ou arrangement spécial n'est divulgué. Le franchissement du seuil de 5 % nécessite une déclaration initiale et signale l'entrée d'un investisseur institutionnel de taille moyenne dans la base d'actionnaires de la société.

William Blair Investment Management, LLC (WBIM) reichte am 30. Juni 2025 ein Schedule 13G ein, in dem der Besitz von 1.631.402 Stammaktien von GeneDx Holdings Corp. (WGS) offengelegt wird, was 5,7 % der ausstehenden Klasse entspricht. Der Investmentberater hat alleinige Stimmrechte über 1.491.038 Aktien und alleinige Verfügungsgewalt über die gesamten 1,63 Millionen Aktien; keine gemeinsame Befugnis wird gemeldet. Die Meldung erfolgte gemäß Regel 13d-1(b), was darauf hinweist, dass die Position im gewöhnlichen Geschäftsverlauf gehalten wird und nicht zur Einflussnahme auf die Kontrolle dient. Es werden keine Gruppenmitgliedschaften, Tochtergesellschaftsbeteiligungen oder Sondervereinbarungen offengelegt. Das Überschreiten der 5 % Schwelle erfordert eine Erstmeldung und signalisiert den Eintritt eines mittelgroßen institutionellen Investors in die Aktionärsbasis des Unternehmens.

Positive
  • William Blair Investment Management disclosed a 5.7 % passive stake, adding a reputable institutional investor to WGS’s shareholder base.
Negative
  • None.

Insights

TL;DR: 5.7 % stake by WBIM adds credible institutional holder; impact modest but supportive.

WBIM’s disclosure introduces a respected active manager into WGS’s register. While 1.63 million shares is not large in absolute terms, it exceeds the 5 % reporting threshold, suggesting conviction in the issuer’s genomic-testing strategy. Sole voting and dispositive control imply WBIM can act quickly on buy/sell decisions, potentially adding to share-price volatility around fundamental catalysts. However, no activist intent is stated, keeping governance risk low. Overall, the filing marginally strengthens the shareholder mix and could improve liquidity, but it is unlikely to materially change the investment thesis on its own.

TL;DR: New mid-tier institution may widen coverage and liquidity; limited strategic implications.

From a portfolio-flow perspective, WBIM’s 5.7 % holding equates to roughly two weeks of typical WGS trading volume, meaning entry or exit can move the tape. The firm’s growth-equity bias aligns with WGS’s high-beta profile, potentially attracting peer managers once SEC visibility increases. Nevertheless, without board representation or activist language, this is a passive stake. Investors should view the news as a mild vote of confidence rather than a transformational event.

William Blair Investment Management, LLC (WBIM) ha presentato un modulo Schedule 13G il 30 giugno 2025, dichiarando la proprietà di 1.631.402 azioni ordinarie di GeneDx Holdings Corp. (WGS), pari al 5,7 % della classe in circolazione. Il consulente d'investimento detiene il pieno potere di voto su 1.491.038 azioni e il pieno potere dispositive sull'intero ammontare di 1,63 milioni di azioni; non è riportata alcuna autorità condivisa. La comunicazione è stata effettuata ai sensi della Regola 13d-1(b), indicando che la posizione è detenuta nell'ordinaria attività commerciale e non per influenzare il controllo. Non sono state dichiarate appartenenze a gruppi, coinvolgimenti di società controllate o accordi speciali. Superare la soglia del 5 % richiede una comunicazione iniziale e segnala l'ingresso di un investitore istituzionale di media dimensione nella base azionaria della società.

William Blair Investment Management, LLC (WBIM) presentó un Schedule 13G el 30 de junio de 2025, revelando la propiedad de 1,631,402 acciones ordinarias de GeneDx Holdings Corp. (WGS), equivalentes al 5.7 % de la clase en circulación. El asesor de inversiones tiene el poder exclusivo de voto sobre 1,491,038 acciones y el poder exclusivo dispositive sobre la totalidad de las 1.63 millones de acciones; no se reporta autoridad compartida. La presentación se realizó bajo la Regla 13d-1(b), indicando que la posición se mantiene en el curso ordinario del negocio y no para influir en el control. No se divulgan membresías de grupo, participación de subsidiarias ni acuerdos especiales. Cruzar el umbral del 5 % requiere un reporte inicial y señala la entrada de un inversor institucional de tamaño medio en la base accionaria de la compañía.

William Blair Investment Management, LLC (WBIM)는 2025년 6월 30일 Schedule 13G를 제출하여 GeneDx Holdings Corp. (WGS)의 보통주 1,631,402주를 보유하고 있음을 공개했으며, 이는 발행 주식의 5.7 %에 해당합니다. 투자 자문사는 1,491,038주에 대한 단독 의결권과 전체 163만 주에 대한 단독 처분 권한을 보유하고 있으며, 공동 권한은 보고되지 않았습니다. 이 제출은 규칙 13d-1(b)에 따라 이루어졌으며, 이는 해당 지분이 경영권에 영향을 미치기 위한 것이 아니라 정상적인 사업 활동의 일환임을 나타냅니다. 그룹 구성원, 자회사 참여 또는 특별한 합의는 공개되지 않았습니다. 5 % 임계치를 넘는 것은 최초 보고를 요구하며, 중형 기관투자자가 회사 주주 기반에 진입했음을 알립니다.

William Blair Investment Management, LLC (WBIM) a déposé un Schedule 13G le 30 juin 2025, révélant la détention de 1 631 402 actions ordinaires de GeneDx Holdings Corp. (WGS), représentant 5,7 % de la classe en circulation. Le conseiller en investissement détient le pouvoir de vote exclusif sur 1 491 038 actions et le pouvoir discrétionnaire exclusif sur l'intégralité des 1,63 million d'actions ; aucune autorité partagée n'est signalée. Le dépôt a été effectué conformément à la règle 13d-1(b), indiquant que la position est détenue dans le cours normal des affaires et non dans le but d'influencer le contrôle. Aucune appartenance à un groupe, implication de filiale ou arrangement spécial n'est divulgué. Le franchissement du seuil de 5 % nécessite une déclaration initiale et signale l'entrée d'un investisseur institutionnel de taille moyenne dans la base d'actionnaires de la société.

William Blair Investment Management, LLC (WBIM) reichte am 30. Juni 2025 ein Schedule 13G ein, in dem der Besitz von 1.631.402 Stammaktien von GeneDx Holdings Corp. (WGS) offengelegt wird, was 5,7 % der ausstehenden Klasse entspricht. Der Investmentberater hat alleinige Stimmrechte über 1.491.038 Aktien und alleinige Verfügungsgewalt über die gesamten 1,63 Millionen Aktien; keine gemeinsame Befugnis wird gemeldet. Die Meldung erfolgte gemäß Regel 13d-1(b), was darauf hinweist, dass die Position im gewöhnlichen Geschäftsverlauf gehalten wird und nicht zur Einflussnahme auf die Kontrolle dient. Es werden keine Gruppenmitgliedschaften, Tochtergesellschaftsbeteiligungen oder Sondervereinbarungen offengelegt. Das Überschreiten der 5 % Schwelle erfordert eine Erstmeldung und signalisiert den Eintritt eines mittelgroßen institutionellen Investors in die Aktionärsbasis des Unternehmens.

UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, DC 20549
 
FORM 6-K
 
REPORT OF FOREIGN PRIVATE ISSUER
PURSUANT TO RULE 13a-16 OR 15d-16 OF THE
SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
 
30 July 2025
 
Commission File Number:  001-10691
 
DIAGEO plc
(Translation of registrant’s name into English)
 
 
16 Great Marlborough Street, London, United Kingdom, W1F 7HS  
(Address of principal executive offices)
 
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant files or will file annual reports under cover Form 20-F or Form 40-F.
 
Form 20-F   X                                                                  Form 40-F  
 
 
 
Diageo announces Interim Chief Financial Officer appointment
 
Diageo today announces that Deirdre Mahlan has been appointed Interim Chief Financial Officer, effective 18 August 2025.
 
Ms Mahlan brings extensive spirits industry and Diageo knowledge as well as broad consumer goods experience in both Executive and Board positions. Ms Mahlan's career includes 27 years at Diageo and predecessor companies, including serving as Diageo plc's Chief Financial Officer from 2010 to 2015.  Most recently she served as Interim President, Chief Executive Officer and Chairperson of The Duckhorn Portfolio ahead of its sale to Butterfly Equity.
 
Nik Jhangiani, Interim Chief Executive Officer, said:
 
"Deirdre brings extensive spirits and functional expertise to the Interim Chief Financial Officer role, complemented with deep knowledge of Diageo and its operations. I am delighted that she has agreed to return on an interim basis and I have full confidence that she will provide invaluable guidance to our teams, and partner with me as we deliver on our Accelerate programme to drive long term sustainable growth."
 
ENDS
 
Notes to editors
 
As announced on 16 July 2025, Nik Jhangiani, Chief Financial Officer, assumed the role of Interim Chief Executive Officer with immediate effect, following the confirmation that Debra Crew was stepping down from this role and leaving the company by mutual agreement.
 
For further information, please contact:
 
Media relations:
Brendan O'Grady                        07812 183750
Rebecca Perry                             07590 809101
Clare Cavana                               07751 742072
press@diageo.com                            
 
Investor relations:
Sonya Ghobrial                            07392 784784
Andy Ryan                                   07803 854842
Grace Murphy                              07514 726167
investor.relations@diageo.com
 
About Diageo
 
Diageo is a global leader in beverage alcohol with an outstanding collection of brands across spirits and beer categories. These brands include Johnnie Walker, Crown Royal, J&B and Buchanan's whiskies, Smirnoff and Ketel One vodkas, Captain Morgan, Baileys, Don Julio, Tanqueray and Guinness.
 
Diageo is a global company, and our products are sold in nearly 180 countries around the world. The company is listed on both the London Stock Exchange (DGE) and the New York Stock Exchange (DEO).
 
For more information about Diageo, our people, our brands, and performance, visit us at www.diageo.com. Visit Diageo's global responsible drinking resource, www.DRINKiQ.com for information, initiatives, and ways to share best practice.
 
Celebrating life, every day, everywhere.
 
 
SIGNATURE
 
 
 
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.
 
 
Diageo plc
 
 
(Registrant)
 
 
 
Date: 30 July 2025
 
 
 
 
 
By:___/s/ James Edmunds
 
 
 
 
James Edmunds
 
 
Deputy Company Secretary
 

FAQ

How many GeneDx (WGS) shares does William Blair Investment Management own?

The firm reports beneficial ownership of 1,631,402 common shares.

What percentage of GeneDx’s outstanding shares does this represent?

The stake equals 5.7 % of the company’s common stock.

Does William Blair Investment Management have shared voting power in WGS?

No. The filing lists 0 shared voting and dispositive power; all authority is held solely.

Is the investment considered activist or passive?

The Schedule 13G was filed under Rule 13d-1(b), indicating a passive investment held in the ordinary course of business.

Why was the filing required on 30 June 2025?

Crossing the 5 % ownership threshold triggers a mandatory Schedule 13G filing within 10 days.
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