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FMR LLC discloses 10.9% First Watch stake (FWRG) in 13G/A

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SCHEDULE 13G/A

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

FMR LLC has disclosed a significant ownership position in First Watch Restaurant Group, Inc. In this amended Schedule 13G, FMR LLC reports beneficial ownership of 6,664,673.92 shares of First Watch common stock, representing 10.9% of the class as of the January 30, 2026 event date.

Abigail P. Johnson is also reported as a beneficial owner of the same 6,664,673.92 shares, with sole dispositive power but no voting power. The filing states that the securities were acquired and are held in the ordinary course of business and not for the purpose of changing or influencing control of First Watch.

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FMR LLC reports a 10.9% passive stake in First Watch.

FMR LLC reports beneficial ownership of 6,664,673.92 First Watch Restaurant Group common shares, equal to 10.9% of the class as of the January 30, 2026 event. This crosses the 5% threshold that triggers institutional disclosure.

The filing is on Schedule 13G, which is used for holdings certified as passive. It states the shares were acquired and are held in the ordinary course of business and not to change or influence control, indicating a non-activist posture based on the disclosed information.

Abigail P. Johnson is listed as a reporting person with sole dispositive power over the same 6,664,673.92 shares but no voting power, reflecting control relationships within the FMR structure. Subsequent ownership updates, if any, would appear in later beneficial ownership reports.






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)






SCHEDULE 13G





SCHEDULE 13G





SCHEDULE 13G



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:02/05/2026
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:02/05/2026

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.
Exhibit Information

Please see Exhibit 99 for 13d-1(k) (1) agreement.

FAQ

What percentage of First Watch (FWRG) does FMR LLC currently own?

FMR LLC reports beneficial ownership of 6,664,673.92 First Watch common shares, representing 10.9% of the outstanding class. This level of ownership makes FMR a significant institutional holder and requires ongoing disclosure through beneficial ownership filings when positions change materially.

Is FMR LLC’s stake in First Watch (FWRG) an activist or passive investment?

The filing uses Schedule 13G and certifies the stake is held in the ordinary course of business and not to change or influence control. This language indicates a passive investment posture under the rules referenced in the ownership certification section.

How many First Watch (FWRG) shares does Abigail P. Johnson beneficially own?

Abigail P. Johnson is reported as beneficially owning 6,664,673.92 shares of First Watch common stock, the same amount reported by FMR LLC. She has sole dispositive power over these shares and no voting power, reflecting her role within the ownership structure.

What voting and dispositive powers does FMR LLC report over FWRG shares?

FMR LLC reports sole voting power over 6,660,798 First Watch shares and sole dispositive power over 6,664,673.92 shares. It reports no shared voting or dispositive power, clarifying how control over voting and sale decisions is allocated internally.

When did the ownership event for FMR LLC’s First Watch (FWRG) stake occur?

The ownership event that triggered this amended Schedule 13G is dated January 30, 2026. That date is used in the filing to anchor when the reported 10.9% beneficial ownership level in First Watch common stock became relevant for disclosure purposes.

Does any other person hold more than 5% of FWRG through FMR’s structure?

The filing states that one or more other persons may receive dividends or sale proceeds from First Watch stock held by FMR-related entities, but that no single such person has an interest in more than 5% of the outstanding common stock.
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