Diginex Limited reports that HBM IV, Inc. and affiliated Hearst entities beneficially own 17,799,044 ordinary shares, equal to 7.65% of the class based on 232,557,527 shares outstanding as disclosed March 30, 2026.
The filing states HBM IV is the direct holder of the 17,799,044 shares; Hearst Communications, Hearst Holdings, The Hearst Corporation and The Hearst Family Trust each report shared voting and shared dispositive power over those shares.
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Schedules a passive, shared beneficial ownership position at 7.65%
The filing reports that HBM IV, Inc. directly holds 17,799,044 Ordinary Shares and that four affiliated Hearst entities and a trust share voting and dispositive power. The percent is calculated on 232,557,527 shares outstanding as of March 30, 2026.
Ownership is presented under Rule 13d-3 attribution; the filing does not allege control actions or changes in rights. Subsequent disclosures may identify any change in ownership or voting arrangements.
Position size and attribution are clearly stated; no transaction or offering is reported
The statement quantifies a 7.65% stake via 17,799,044 shares and ties the denominator to a March 30, 2026 Form 6-K public outstanding share count. It lists shared voting and dispositive powers across related entities.
This is a disclosure of beneficial ownership rather than a market action; cash‑flow treatment and any trading intent are not included in the excerpt.
Key Figures
Shares beneficially owned:17,799,044 sharesPercent of class:7.65%Shares outstanding (denominator):232,557,527 shares+1 more
4 metrics
Shares beneficially owned17,799,044 sharesreported for HBM IV and attributed to affiliated Hearst entities
Percent of class7.65%calculated on 232,557,527 shares outstanding
Shares outstanding (denominator)232,557,527 sharesas disclosed in issuer's Form 6-K <date>March 30, 2026</date>
CUSIPG28687104Diginex Ordinary Shares, par value $0.00005
Key Terms
beneficially own, shared voting power, Schedule 13G/A, Form 6-K
4 terms
beneficially ownregulatory
"HBM IV is the beneficial owner of 17,799,044 Ordinary Shares"
Beneficially own means having the economic rights and risks of a security—such as the right to receive dividends, sell the shares, or profit from price changes—whether or not your name appears on the official share register. Think of it like renting a car: you use it and reap the benefits even if the title lists someone else. Investors care because beneficial ownership determines who truly controls value, must be disclosed under securities rules, and can signal potential influence or trading activity that affects a stock’s price.
shared voting powergovernance
"Shared Voting Power 17,799,044.00"
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.
Schedule 13G/Aregulatory
"This Statement is filed on behalf of each of the following persons"
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.
Form 6-Kregulatory
"as disclosed in the Issuer's Form 6-K filed March 30, 2026"
A Form 6-K is a report that companies listed in certain countries file to provide important updates, such as financial results, corporate changes, or other significant information, to regulators and investors. It functions like an official company update or news release, helping investors stay informed about developments that could affect their investment decisions.
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
SCHEDULE 13G
UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
(Amendment No. 1)
Diginex Limited
(Name of Issuer)
Ordinary Shares, par value $0.00005 per share
(Title of Class of Securities)
G28687104
(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):
G28687104
1
Names of Reporting Persons
HBM IV, 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
17,799,044.00
7
Sole Dispositive Power
0.00
8
Shared Dispositive Power
17,799,044.00
9
Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person
17,799,044.00
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)
7.65 %
12
Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)
CO
Comment for Type of Reporting Person: calculated on the basis of there being 232,557,527 Ordinary Shares of the Issuer outstanding, as disclosed in the Issuer's Form 6-K filed March 30, 2026
SCHEDULE 13G
CUSIP Number(s):
G28687104
1
Names of Reporting Persons
Hearst Communications, 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
17,799,044.00
7
Sole Dispositive Power
0.00
8
Shared Dispositive Power
17,799,044.00
9
Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person
17,799,044.00
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)
7.65 %
12
Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)
CO
Comment for Type of Reporting Person: calculated on the basis of there being 232,557,527 Ordinary Shares of the Issuer outstanding, as disclosed in the Issuer's Form 6-K filed March 30, 2026
SCHEDULE 13G
CUSIP Number(s):
G28687104
1
Names of Reporting Persons
Hearst Holdings, 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
17,799,044.00
7
Sole Dispositive Power
0.00
8
Shared Dispositive Power
17,799,044.00
9
Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person
17,799,044.00
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)
7.65 %
12
Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)
CO
Comment for Type of Reporting Person: calculated on the basis of there being 232,557,527 Ordinary Shares of the Issuer outstanding, as disclosed in the Issuer's Form 6-K filed March 30, 2026
SCHEDULE 13G
CUSIP Number(s):
G28687104
1
Names of Reporting Persons
The Hearst Corporation
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
17,799,044.00
7
Sole Dispositive Power
0.00
8
Shared Dispositive Power
17,799,044.00
9
Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person
17,799,044.00
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)
7.65 %
12
Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)
CO
Comment for Type of Reporting Person: calculated on the basis of there being 232,557,527 Ordinary Shares of the Issuer outstanding, as disclosed in the Issuer's Form 6-K filed March 30, 2026
SCHEDULE 13G
CUSIP Number(s):
G28687104
1
Names of Reporting Persons
The Hearst Family Trust
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
CALIFORNIA
Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:
5
Sole Voting Power
0.00
6
Shared Voting Power
17,799,044.00
7
Sole Dispositive Power
0.00
8
Shared Dispositive Power
17,799,044.00
9
Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person
17,799,044.00
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)
7.65 %
12
Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)
OO
Comment for Type of Reporting Person: calculated on the basis of there being 232,557,527 Ordinary Shares of the Issuer outstanding, as disclosed in the Issuer's Form 6-K filed March 30, 2026
This Statement is filed on behalf of each of the following persons:
1. HBM IV, Inc., a Delaware corporation ("HBM IV");
2. Hearst Communications, Inc., a Delaware corporation ("HCI");
3. Hearst Holdings, Inc., a Delaware corporation ("HHI");
4. The Hearst Corporation, a Delaware corporation ("THC"); and
5. The Hearst Family Trust, a testamentary trust (the "Trust").
(b)
Address or principal business office or, if none, residence:
The principal business office of each of HBM IV, HCI, HHI, THC, and the Trust is 300 West 57th Street, New York, New York 10019.
(c)
Citizenship:
Each of HBM IV, HCI, HHI and THC is a Delaware corporation. The Trust is a testamentary trust that was probated in California.
(d)
Title of class of securities:
Ordinary Shares, par value $0.00005 per share
(e)
CUSIP No.:
G28687104
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:
HBM IV is the beneficial owner of 17,799,044 Ordinary Shares of the Issuer. Pursuant to the definition of "beneficial owner" set forth in Rule 13d-3 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, each of HBM IV, HCI, HHI, THC and the Trust may be deemed to beneficially own such securities. HCI has the power to direct the voting and disposition of the Ordinary Shares of the Issuer held by HBM IV as the controlling stockholder of HBM IV. HHI has the power to direct the voting and disposition of the Ordinary Shares of the Issuer held by HBM IV as the controlling stockholder of HCI. THC has the power to direct the voting and disposition of the Ordinary Shares of the Issuer held by HBM IV as the controlling stockholder of HHI. The Trust has the power to direct the voting and disposition of the Ordinary Shares of the Issuer held by HBM IV as the controlling stockholder of THC. Accordingly, for purposes of this Statement, (i) HBM IV is reporting that it shares the power to direct the voting and disposition of the Ordinary Shares of the Issuer directly owned by it and (ii) HCI, HHI, THC and the Trust are reporting that they share the power to direct the voting and disposition of the Ordinary Shares of the Issuer held by HBM IV.
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.
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 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.
HBM IV, Inc.
Signature:
/s/ Tracey Perini
Name/Title:
Tracey Perini, Executive Vice President
Date:
05/14/2026
Hearst Communications, Inc.
Signature:
/s/ Mitchell I. Scherzer
Name/Title:
Mitchell I. Scherzer, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Date:
05/14/2026
Hearst Holdings, Inc.
Signature:
/s/ Mitchell I. Scherzer
Name/Title:
Mitchell I. Scherzer, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Date:
05/14/2026
The Hearst Corporation
Signature:
/s/ Mitchell I. Scherzer
Name/Title:
Mitchell I. Scherzer, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
HBM IV beneficially holds 17,799,044 shares, representing 7.65% of the outstanding ordinary shares. The percentage is calculated on 232,557,527 shares outstanding as disclosed on March 30, 2026.
Which Hearst entities are reported as sharing power over Diginex shares?
The filing lists Hearst Communications, Hearst Holdings, The Hearst Corporation and The Hearst Family Trust as sharing voting and dispositive power over the 17,799,044 shares reported by HBM IV.
Does this Schedule 13G/A report any share purchases or sales?
No; the filing discloses beneficial ownership and shared voting/dispositive power but does not report any purchases, sales, or transactions in the provided excerpt.
How was the 7.65% ownership percentage calculated?
The percentage is calculated on a denominator of 232,557,527 ordinary shares outstanding, referenced to Diginex's Form 6-K filed on March 30, 2026, per the filing's comment.
Who signed the Schedule 13G/A for the reporting persons?
The statement is signed by Tracey Perini, Executive Vice President and Mitchell I. Scherzer in multiple capacities, including Executive Vice President, CFO, and Trustee, dated May 14, 2026.
