ICON PLC reports a Schedule 13G showing Invesco Ltd. beneficially owns 3,878,869 shares of Common Stock (5.1% of the class) as of 03/31/2026.
The filing states the shares are held of record by clients of Invesco Ltd.; listed subsidiaries (Invesco Advisers, Inc.; Invesco Asset Management Limited; Invesco Management S.A.; Invesco Capital Management LLC) are named as relevant investment-advising entities. Signature dated 05/06/2026.
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Insights
Invesco holds a 5.1% passive stake in ICON PLC at 3,878,869 shares.
The Schedule 13G certifies beneficial ownership of 3,878,869 shares representing 5.1% of the outstanding class as of 03/31/2026, held of record for clients. The filing lists multiple Invesco subsidiaries that manage or advise the holdings.
Ownership appears passive under 13G treatment; cash‑flow treatment and trading intent are not stated in the excerpt. Subsequent filings would show changes in position if they occur.
Key Figures
Shares beneficially owned:3,878,869 sharesPercent of class:5.1%Sole voting power:3,823,465 shares
3 metrics
Shares beneficially owned3,878,869 sharesreported as beneficially owned by Invesco Ltd.
Percent of class5.1%percent of common stock as stated in the filing
Sole voting power3,823,465 sharesshares for which Invesco Ltd. reports sole power to vote
Key Terms
Schedule 13G, beneficially owned, sole dispositive power
3 terms
Schedule 13Gregulatory
"Item 1. (a) Name of issuer: ICON PLC (b) ..."
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 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 powerregulatory
"Item 4. (c)(iii) Sole power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: 3,878,869"
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
ICON PLC
(Name of Issuer)
Common Stock
(Title of Class of Securities)
G4705A100
(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):
G4705A100
1
Names of Reporting Persons
Invesco Ltd.
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
BERMUDA
Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:
5
Sole Voting Power
3,823,465.00
6
Shared Voting Power
0.00
7
Sole Dispositive Power
3,878,869.00
8
Shared Dispositive Power
0.00
9
Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person
3,878,869.00
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)
5.1 %
12
Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)
HC, IA
SCHEDULE 13G
Item 1.
(a)
Name of issuer:
ICON PLC
(b)
Address of issuer's principal executive offices:
South County Business Park, Leopardstown, Dublin 18, Ireland
Item 2.
(a)
Name of person filing:
Invesco Ltd. ("Invesco Ltd.")
(b)
Address or principal business office or, if none, residence:
1331 Spring Street NW, Suite 2500, Atlanta, GA 30309
(c)
Citizenship:
Bermuda
(d)
Title of class of securities:
Common Stock
(e)
CUSIP Number(s):
G4705A100
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:
Invesco Ltd., in its capacity as a parent holding company to its investment advisers, may be deemed to beneficially own 3,878,869 shares of the Issuer which are held of record by clients of Invesco Ltd.
(b)
Percent of class:
5.1 %
(c)
Number of shares as to which the person has:
(i) Sole power to vote or to direct the vote:
3,823,465
(ii) Shared power to vote or to direct the vote:
0
(iii) Sole power to dispose or to direct the disposition of:
3,878,869
(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.
However, no one individual has greater than 5% economic ownership. The shareholders of the Fund have the right to receive or the power to direct the receipt of dividends and proceeds from the sale of securities listed above.
Item 7.
Identification and Classification of the Subsidiary Which Acquired the Security Being Reported on by the Parent Holding Company or Control Person.
If a parent holding company has filed this schedule, pursuant to Rule 13d-1(b)(ii)(G), so indicate under Item 3(g) and attach an exhibit stating the identity and the Item 3 classification of the relevant subsidiary. If a parent holding company has filed this schedule pursuant to Rule 13d-1(c) or Rule 13d-1(d), attach an exhibit stating the identification of the relevant subsidiary.
Invesco Advisers, Inc.
Invesco Asset Management Limited
Invesco Management S.A.
Invesco Capital Management LLC
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.
What stake does Invesco Ltd. report in ICON PLC (ICLR)?
Invesco Ltd. reports beneficial ownership of 3,878,869 shares, or 5.1% of ICON PLC's common stock. The filing states these shares are held of record by clients of Invesco Ltd. and identifies several Invesco subsidiaries involved in managing the positions.
As of what date is the ownership percentage reported for ICON PLC?
The percentage is reported as of 03/31/2026. The Schedule 13G lists the ownership amount and percent tied to that date and the document is signed on 05/06/2026 by Invesco's Global Head of Compliance.
Who holds voting and dispositive power for the shares Invesco reports?
Invesco Ltd. reports sole voting power for 3,823,465 shares and sole dispositive power for 3,878,869 shares. The filing shows zero shared voting or dispositive powers and attributes record ownership to client accounts.
Does the Schedule 13G indicate Invesco controls more than 5% on behalf of another party?
The filing notes shares are held for clients and that no single other person has >5% economic ownership. It explains that shareholder lists of registered investment companies or employee-benefit plans need not be provided and that no individual holds greater than 5%.
Which Invesco subsidiaries are identified in the ICON PLC 13G?
The filing lists Invesco Advisers, Inc.; Invesco Asset Management Limited; Invesco Management S.A.; Invesco Capital Management LLC. These entities are identified in the exhibit as the relevant subsidiaries involved in the reported holdings.
