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Morgan Stanley holds 3.5% of LKQ (NASDAQ: LKQ) after amendment

Filing Impact
(Moderate)
Filing Sentiment
(Neutral)
Form Type
SCHEDULE 13G/A

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

LKQ CORP amendment reports that Morgan Stanley now beneficially owns 8,838,156 shares of LKQ Common Stock, representing 3.5% of the class as stated in the filing. The cover details shared voting power of 7,994,686 shares and shared dispositive power of 8,523,121.

The filing notes that, "As of the date hereof, Morgan Stanley has ceased to be the beneficial owner of more than five percent of the class of securities." The amendment is signed by an authorized Morgan Stanley signatory on 05/12/2026.

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Insights

Morgan Stanley reduced reported holdings below the 5% threshold.

The amendment to the Schedule 13G shows Morgan Stanley's aggregated reporting units hold 8,838,156 shares, equal to 3.5% of LKQ's common stock. The filing attributes holdings to MS reporting units per Release No. 34-39538.

Implications depend on MS's internal allocation and trading decisions; the filing states that MS "has ceased to be the beneficial owner of more than five percent of the class of securities." Timing and cash‑flow treatment are not included in the excerpt.

Beneficially owned shares 8,838,156 shares Amount beneficially owned stated in the amendment
Percent of class 3.5% Percent of common stock reported in Item 4(b)
Shared dispositive power 8,523,121 shares Shared dispositive power reported on cover page
Schedule 13G/A regulatory
"Amendment No. 1; filing identifies as SCHEDULE 13G/A"
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 owner regulatory
"As of the date hereof, Morgan Stanley has ceased to be the beneficial owner of more than five percent"
A beneficial owner is the person who ultimately owns or controls a financial asset or property, even if their name isn't directly on official documents. Think of it like someone who secretly holds the keys to a safe deposit box—others may appear to have access, but the true owner is the one who benefits from what's inside. Identifying beneficial owners helps ensure transparency and prevent illegal activities like money laundering or fraud.
Shared dispositive power financial
"Shared Dispositive Power 8,523,121.00"





501889208

(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)




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SCHEDULE 13G




Comment for Type of Reporting Person: As of the date hereof, Morgan Stanley has ceased to be the beneficial owner of more than five percent of the class of securities.


SCHEDULE 13G



Morgan Stanley
Signature:Claire Gordon
Name/Title:Authorized Signatory, Morgan Stanley
Date:05/12/2026

FAQ

What stake does Morgan Stanley report in LKQ Corp (LKQ)?

Morgan Stanley reports beneficial ownership of 8,838,156 shares, representing 3.5% of LKQ common stock. The filing lists shared voting power of 7,994,686 and shared dispositive power of 8,523,121 as of the amendment.

Why does the Schedule 13G/A say Morgan Stanley "ceased to be" a >5% owner?

The amendment states verbatim that "Morgan Stanley has ceased to be the beneficial owner of more than five percent of the class of securities." This indicates reported ownership moved below the 5% threshold triggering the amended filing.

Who signed the LKQ Schedule 13G/A amendment for Morgan Stanley?

The filing is signed by Claire Gordon as an Authorized Signatory for Morgan Stanley and dated 05/12/2026. The signature attests to the ownership figures reported for MS reporting units.

Does this filing show how Morgan Stanley acquired or sold its LKQ shares?

No. The amendment lists ownership counts and voting/dispositive powers but does not describe trading activity, acquisition dates, or counterparties. Transaction details and cash‑flow treatment are not provided in the excerpt.