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BlackRock (NYSE: EPAM) discloses 6.22M‑share, 11.9% holding in EPAM

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Form Type
SCHEDULE 13G/A

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

BlackRock, Inc. reports beneficial ownership of 6,217,584 shares of EPAM Systems common stock, representing 11.9% of the class as of 06/30/2026. The filing shows sole voting power over 6,093,914 shares and sole dispositive power over 6,217,584. It aggregates holdings of Reporting Business Units and notes iShares Core S&P Small‑Cap ETF as a holder with interest greater than 5%.

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Insights

BlackRock reports an 11.9% stake in EPAM via consolidated business units.

The schedule amendment discloses 6,217,584 shares beneficially owned as of 06/30/2026, with sole voting power over 6,093,914 shares. This reflects holdings aggregated across Reporting Business Units rather than a single fund.

Cash‑flow treatment and trading intent are not specified in the excerpt; subsequent filings or fund disclosures may detail which BlackRock vehicles hold these shares.

Beneficial ownership 6,217,584 shares Amount beneficially owned as of 06/30/2026
Percent of class 11.9% Percent of common stock outstanding as reported
Sole voting power 6,093,914 shares Sole power to vote or to direct the vote
Sole dispositive power 6,217,584 shares Sole power to dispose or to direct the disposition
Identified >5% holder iShares Core S&P Small‑Cap ETF Named as holding more than 5% on behalf of another person
Schedule 13G/A regulatory
"Amendment No. 6 ) EPAM SYSTEMS INC Common Stock"
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.
Beneficial ownership financial
"Amount beneficially owned: 6217584 (b) | Percent of class: 11.9 %"
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.
Sole dispositive power regulatory
"Sole power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: 6217584"
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.
Reporting Business Units financial
"aggregated across Reporting Business Units of BlackRock, Inc."
Investment Company Act regulatory
"investment company registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940"
The Investment Company Act is a law that sets rules for businesses whose main activity is managing and selling pooled money, such as mutual funds and other investment funds. It matters to investors because it requires clear reporting, limits managers from putting their own interests ahead of clients, and mandates safekeeping and oversight of assets—similar to safety inspections and traffic rules that help keep shared vehicles reliable and trustworthy.
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FAQ

What stake does BlackRock report in EPAM (EPAM)?

BlackRock reports beneficial ownership of 6,217,584 shares, equal to 11.9% of EPAM common stock as of 06/30/2026. The filing aggregates holdings of certain Reporting Business Units within BlackRock.

How many votes does BlackRock control in EPAM (EPAM)?

The filing shows BlackRock has sole voting power over 6,093,914 shares of EPAM common stock. Shared voting power is reported as 0 in the provided excerpt.

Does BlackRock report dispositive power for EPAM shares?

Yes. The schedule lists sole dispositive power over 6,217,584 shares of EPAM common stock and shared dispositive power as 0 as stated in the filing.

Is any other entity noted as a >5% holder of EPAM in the filing?

Yes. The filing identifies iShares Core S&P Small‑Cap ETF as having an interest in EPAM common stock that exceeds 5% of the total outstanding common stock.

What date does the Schedule 13G/A reflect for EPAM holdings?

The ownership figures in the amendment are shown with an effective date of 06/30/2026, and the schedule is signed on 07/08/2026 by a BlackRock Managing Director.





29414B104

(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)




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SCHEDULE 13G





SCHEDULE 13G



BlackRock, Inc.
Signature:Spencer Fleming
Name/Title:Managing Director
Date:07/08/2026
Exhibit Information

Exhibit 24: Power of Attorney Exhibit 99: Item 7