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Klarna Group plc (KLAR) CCO David Sykes details shares, warrants and options

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Klarna Group plc executive David Sykes, Chief Commercial Officer, has filed an initial statement of ownership showing both ordinary shares and a large package of derivatives tied to Klarna ordinary shares.

He directly holds 135,464 Klarna Group plc ordinary shares. In addition, he holds multiple warrant awards over Larkan IV, Larkan V and Larkan X subsidiaries that are convertible into Klarna ordinary shares, including warrants over 881,544, 856,236, 385,968, 17,280 and 13,824 underlying Klarna shares, with vesting schedules running through August 27, 2027 and expirations as late as November 30, 2028. He also holds Klarna options over 442,344 and 983,340 underlying shares with exercise prices of 748.5000 and 1122.7500 and expirations on September 5, 2029. Footnotes state that, in addition to the ordinary shares reported, he also beneficially owns an unspecified number of Klarna Class B shares, which carry ten votes per share.

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Insider Sykes David
Role Chief Commercial Officer
Type Security Shares Price Value
holding Larkan AB Restricted Stock Units -- -- --
holding Larkan SPV Warrants L4:1 -- -- --
holding Larkan SPV Warrants L4:2 -- -- --
holding Larkan SPV Warrant L5:1 -- -- --
holding Larkan SPV Warrant L5:2 -- -- --
holding Larkan SPV Warrants L10:2 -- -- --
holding Klarna Group plc Options -- -- --
holding Klarna Group plc Options -- -- --
holding Klarna Group plc Ordinary Shares -- -- --
Holdings After Transaction: Larkan AB Restricted Stock Units — 0 shares (Direct); Larkan SPV Warrants L4:1 — 881,544 shares (Direct); Larkan SPV Warrants L4:2 — 13,824 shares (Direct); Larkan SPV Warrant L5:1 — 17,280 shares (Direct); Larkan SPV Warrant L5:2 — 856,236 shares (Direct); Larkan SPV Warrants L10:2 — 385,968 shares (Direct); Klarna Group plc Options — 442,344 shares (Direct); Klarna Group plc Ordinary Shares — 135,464 shares (Direct)
Footnotes (1)
  1. Represents 19,033 restricted stock units in Larkan AB (Larkan), an indirect subsidiary of Klarna Group plc (the Issuer). Once shares of Larkan are delivered in settlement of the restricted stock units, approximately four shares of Larkan are convertible into one Klarna Group plc ordinary share (Shares). Restricted Stock Units in Larkan vest quarterly, at a total vesting of 25% of the initial grant per year. Represents warrants to acquire 73,462 shares of Larkan IV AB, a direct subsidiary of the Issuer. Each underlying share of Larkan IV AB is convertible into approximately twelve Shares based on a formula set forth in the applicable award agreement, resulting in 881,544 Shares being subject to the warrant, that is vesting annually by 20% for a period of four years with an additional 20% vesting on August 27, 2027. This is in SEK. Represents warrants to acquire 1,152 shares of Larkan IV AB, a direct subsidiary of the Issuer. Each underlying share of Larkan IV AB is convertible into approximately twelve Shares based on a formula set forth in the applicable award agreement, resulting in 13,824 Shares being subject to the warrant, that is vesting annually by 20% for a period of four years with an additional 20% vesting on August 27, 2027. Represents warrants to acquire 1,440 shares of Larkan V AB, a direct subsidiary of the Issuer. Each underlying share of Larkan V AB is convertible into approximately twelve Shares based on a formula set forth in the applicable award agreement, resulting in 17,280 Shares being subject to the warrant, that is vesting annually by 20% for a period of four years with an additional 20% vesting on August 27, 2027. Represents warrants to acquire 71,353 shares of Larkan V AB, a direct subsidiary of the Issuer. Each underlying share of Larkan V AB is convertible into approximately twelve Shares based on a formula set forth in the applicable award agreement, resulting in 856,236 Shares being subject to the warrant, that is vesting annually by 20% for a period of four years with an additional 20% vesting on August 27, 2027. Represents warrants to acquire 32,164 shares of Larkan X AB, a direct subsidiary of the Issuer. Each underlying share of Larkan X AB is convertible into approximately twelve Shares based on a formula set forth in the applicable award agreement, resulting in 385,968 Shares being subject to the warrant, that is vesting annually in equal installments. Represents an option to acquire Shares that vest in four equal annual installments beginning on the first anniversary of the grant date. In addition to the ordinary shares reported in this Form 3 the reporting person beneficially owns a number of the Klarna Group plcs Class B shares. Each Class B share is entitled to 10 votes per share.
SEC Form 3
FORM 3 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

INITIAL STATEMENT OF BENEFICIAL OWNERSHIP OF SECURITIES

Filed pursuant to Section 16(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
or Section 30(h) of the Investment Company Act of 1940
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1. Name and Address of Reporting Person*
Sykes David

(Last) (First) (Middle)
10 YORK ROAD

(Street)
LONDON X0 SE1 7ND

(City) (State) (Zip)
2. Date of Event Requiring Statement (Month/Day/Year)
03/17/2026
3. Issuer Name and Ticker or Trading Symbol
Klarna Group plc [ KLAR ]
4. Relationship of Reporting Person(s) to Issuer
(Check all applicable)
Director 10% Owner
X Officer (give title below) Other (specify below)
Chief Commercial Officer
5. If Amendment, Date of Original Filed (Month/Day/Year)
6. Individual or Joint/Group Filing (Check Applicable Line)
X Form filed by One Reporting Person
Form filed by More than One Reporting Person
Table I - Non-Derivative Securities Beneficially Owned
1. Title of Security (Instr. 4) 2. Amount of Securities Beneficially Owned (Instr. 4) 3. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 5) 4. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 5)
Klarna Group plc Ordinary Shares 135,464(9) D
Table II - Derivative Securities Beneficially Owned
(e.g., puts, calls, warrants, options, convertible securities)
1. Title of Derivative Security (Instr. 4) 2. Date Exercisable and Expiration Date (Month/Day/Year) 3. Title and Amount of Securities Underlying Derivative Security (Instr. 4) 4. Conversion or Exercise Price of Derivative Security 5. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 5) 6. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 5)
Date Exercisable Expiration Date Title Amount or Number of Shares
Larkan AB Restricted Stock Units (1) (1) Klarna Group plc ordinary shares (1) (1) D
Larkan SPV Warrants L4:1 09/01/2027 11/15/2027 Klarna Group plc ordinary shares 881,544(2) $6,885.33(3) D
Larkan SPV Warrants L4:2 09/01/2027 11/15/2027 Klarna Group plc ordinary shares 13,824(4) $2,295.11(3) D
Larkan SPV Warrant L5:1 09/01/2027 11/15/2027 Klarna Group plc ordinary shares 17,280(5) $2,295.11(3) D
Larkan SPV Warrant L5:2 09/01/2027 11/15/2027 Klarna Group plc ordinary shares 856,236(6) $6,885.33(3) D
Larkan SPV Warrants L10:2 09/01/2028 11/30/2028 Klarna Group plc ordinary shares 385,968(7) $6,885.33(3) D
Klarna Group plc Options 03/05/2026 09/05/2029 Klarna Group plc ordinary shares 442,344(8) $748.5(3) D
Klarna Group plc Options 03/05/2026 09/05/2029 Klarna Group plc ordinary shares 983,340(8) $1,122.75(3) D
Explanation of Responses:
1. Represents 19,033 restricted stock units in Larkan AB (Larkan), an indirect subsidiary of Klarna Group plc (the Issuer). Once shares of Larkan are delivered in settlement of the restricted stock units, approximately four shares of Larkan are convertible into one Klarna Group plc ordinary share (Shares). Restricted Stock Units in Larkan vest quarterly, at a total vesting of 25% of the initial grant per year.
2. Represents warrants to acquire 73,462 shares of Larkan IV AB, a direct subsidiary of the Issuer. Each underlying share of Larkan IV AB is convertible into approximately twelve Shares based on a formula set forth in the applicable award agreement, resulting in 881,544 Shares being subject to the warrant, that is vesting annually by 20% for a period of four years with an additional 20% vesting on August 27, 2027.
3. This is in SEK.
4. Represents warrants to acquire 1,152 shares of Larkan IV AB, a direct subsidiary of the Issuer. Each underlying share of Larkan IV AB is convertible into approximately twelve Shares based on a formula set forth in the applicable award agreement, resulting in 13,824 Shares being subject to the warrant, that is vesting annually by 20% for a period of four years with an additional 20% vesting on August 27, 2027.
5. Represents warrants to acquire 1,440 shares of Larkan V AB, a direct subsidiary of the Issuer. Each underlying share of Larkan V AB is convertible into approximately twelve Shares based on a formula set forth in the applicable award agreement, resulting in 17,280 Shares being subject to the warrant, that is vesting annually by 20% for a period of four years with an additional 20% vesting on August 27, 2027.
6. Represents warrants to acquire 71,353 shares of Larkan V AB, a direct subsidiary of the Issuer. Each underlying share of Larkan V AB is convertible into approximately twelve Shares based on a formula set forth in the applicable award agreement, resulting in 856,236 Shares being subject to the warrant, that is vesting annually by 20% for a period of four years with an additional 20% vesting on August 27, 2027.
7. Represents warrants to acquire 32,164 shares of Larkan X AB, a direct subsidiary of the Issuer. Each underlying share of Larkan X AB is convertible into approximately twelve Shares based on a formula set forth in the applicable award agreement, resulting in 385,968 Shares being subject to the warrant, that is vesting annually in equal installments.
8. Represents an option to acquire Shares that vest in four equal annual installments beginning on the first anniversary of the grant date.
9. In addition to the ordinary shares reported in this Form 3 the reporting person beneficially owns a number of the Klarna Group plcs Class B shares. Each Class B share is entitled to 10 votes per share.
Boudien Moerman, as attorney-in-fact 03/17/2026
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FAQ

What does Klarna (KLAR) Chief Commercial Officer David Sykes report in this Form 3?

David Sykes reports direct ownership of 135,464 Klarna ordinary shares, plus substantial derivative positions in warrants and options over Klarna Group plc ordinary shares. These derivative awards vest over several years and extend to expirations in 2028 and 2029.

How many Klarna ordinary shares underlie David Sykes’ warrant holdings in KLAR?

David Sykes’ warrants are linked to 881,544, 856,236, 385,968, 17,280 and 13,824 underlying Klarna ordinary shares. These arise from warrants in Larkan IV, Larkan V and Larkan X subsidiaries that convert into Klarna shares under award-specific formulas.

What option awards on Klarna (KLAR) shares does David Sykes hold?

He holds two Klarna option grants over 442,344 and 983,340 underlying ordinary shares. The options have exercise prices of 748.5000 and 1122.7500, respectively, and expire on September 5, 2029, vesting in four equal annual installments.

How do the Larkan subsidiary warrants convert into Klarna Group plc (KLAR) shares?

Footnotes explain each warrant covers shares of Larkan IV, Larkan V or Larkan X AB, which are direct or indirect Klarna subsidiaries. Each underlying Larkan share converts into approximately twelve Klarna ordinary shares, producing the stated underlying share amounts for each warrant award.

Does David Sykes hold any Klarna (KLAR) Class B shares according to this Form 3?

Yes. A footnote states that, in addition to the ordinary shares reported, David Sykes beneficially owns an unspecified number of Klarna Group plc Class B shares. Each Class B share carries 10 votes per share, providing enhanced voting power relative to ordinary shares.

Are any new purchases or sales of Klarna (KLAR) shares reported for David Sykes?

No new purchases or sales are shown. The Form 3 presents David Sykes’ existing holdings as of the reporting date, including ordinary shares, options and warrants, rather than reporting new buy or sell transactions in Klarna Group plc securities.