BlackRock reports 13.4% stake in Laureate

BlackRock, Inc. reports beneficial ownership of Class A common stock of Laureate Education, Inc. The Schedule 13G/A states 19,165,245 shares were beneficially owned, representing 13.4% of the class as of 03/31/2026.

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

BlackRock, Inc. reports beneficial ownership of Class A common stock of Laureate Education, Inc. The Schedule 13G/A states 19,165,245 shares were beneficially owned, representing 13.4% of the class as of 03/31/2026. The filing lists sole voting power 18,970,451 and sole dispositive power 19,165,245. The filing notes that iShares Core S&P Small-Cap ETF holds an interest exceeding 5% of Laureate common stock. The report is signed by a BlackRock Managing Director on 04/07/2026.

Key Figures

Beneficially owned shares: 19,165,245 shares Percent of class: 13.4% Sole voting power: 18,970,451 shares +1 more

4 metrics

Beneficially owned shares 19,165,245 shares Amount beneficially owned as of 03/31/2026

Percent of class 13.4% Percent of Class A stock represented by BlackRock's holdings

Sole voting power 18,970,451 shares Shares with sole power to vote reported on Schedule 13G/A

Sole dispositive power 19,165,245 shares Shares with sole power to dispose reported on Schedule 13G/A

Key Terms

beneficially owned, sole dispositive power, Schedule 13G/A, Reporting Business Units

4 terms

beneficially owned regulatory

"this reflects the securities beneficially owned, or deemed to be beneficially owned"

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 power regulatory

"Sole power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: 19165245"

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.

Schedule 13G/A regulatory

"Item 1. | (a) | Name of issuer: LAUREATE EDUCATION, INC."

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.

Reporting Business Units other

"beneficially owned by certain business units (collectively, the "Reporting Business Units")"

FAQ

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What stake does BlackRock report in LAUR?

BlackRock reports beneficial ownership of 19,165,245 shares, equal to 13.4% of Class A common stock. This percentage and share count are stated as of 03/31/2026 on the Schedule 13G/A filing and signed on 04/07/2026.

What voting and dispositive powers does BlackRock claim for LAUR shares?

The filing lists sole voting power of 18,970,451 shares and sole dispositive power of 19,165,245 shares. Shared voting and dispositive powers are reported as 0 in the Schedule 13G/A excerpt.

Does the Schedule 13G/A name other large holders of LAUR?

Yes. The filing identifies iShares Core S&P Small-Cap ETF as holding an interest greater than 5% of the common stock. No specific share count for that ETF is provided in the excerpt.

What entity filed the Schedule 13G/A for Laureate (LAUR)?

The Schedule 13G/A was filed by BlackRock, Inc., reporting holdings held by certain "Reporting Business Units" of BlackRock and its affiliates, with the filing signed by Spencer Fleming, Managing Director.

As of what date are the ownership figures reported for LAUR?

The ownership figures in the excerpt are reported as of 03/31/2026. The signature date on the filing is 04/07/2026, which appears after the reporting date shown on the cover.

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Accepted by SEC EDGAR 04/07/2026 - 12:39 PM Learn about SEC filing dates

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

SCHEDULE 13G

UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

(Amendment No. 5)

LAUREATE EDUCATION, INC.

(Name of Issuer)

Class A Stock

(Title of Class of Securities)

518613203

(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): 518613203

1

Names of Reporting Persons

BlackRock, 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 18,970,451.00
6	Shared Voting Power 0.00
7	Sole Dispositive Power 19,165,245.00
8	Shared Dispositive Power 0.00

9

Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person

19,165,245.00

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)

13.4 %

12

Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)

HC

SCHEDULE 13G

Item 1.
(a)	Name of issuer: LAUREATE EDUCATION, INC.
(b)	Address of issuer's principal executive offices: PMB 1158, 1000 BRICKELL AVE., SUITE 715 MIAMI FL 33131
Item 2.
(a)	Name of person filing: BlackRock, Inc. In accordance with SEC Release No. 34-39538 (January 12, 1998), this Schedule 13G reflects the securities beneficially owned, or deemed to be beneficially owned, by certain business units (collectively, the "Reporting Business Units") of BlackRock, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates. It does not include securities, if any, beneficially owned by other business units whose beneficial ownership of securities are disaggregated from that of the Reporting Business Units in accordance with such release.
(b)	Address or principal business office or, if none, residence: BlackRock, Inc., 50 Hudson Yards New York, NY 10001
(c)	Citizenship: See Item 4 of Cover Page
(d)	Title of class of securities: Class A Stock
(e)	CUSIP No.:
Item 4.	Ownership
(a)	Amount beneficially owned: 19165245
(b)	Percent of class: 13.4 %
(c)	Number of shares as to which the person has:
	(i) Sole power to vote or to direct the vote: 18970451
	(ii) Shared power to vote or to direct the vote: 0
	(iii) Sole power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: 19165245
	(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. The interest of 1 such person, iShares Core S&P Small-Cap ETF, in the common stock of LAUREATE EDUCATION, INC. is more than five percent of the total outstanding common stock.
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. See Exhibit 99
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.

BlackRock, Inc.

Signature:	Spencer Fleming
Name/Title:	Managing Director
Date:	04/07/2026

Exhibit Information

Exhibit 24: Power of Attorney Exhibit 99: Item 7