FMR/Abigail P. Johnson Report 3.05M Shares (8.7%) of Methode Electronics

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Methode Electronics, Inc. Schedule 13G/A reports that FMR LLC and Abigail P. Johnson beneficially own the same block of common stock totaling 3,046,876.34 shares, representing 8.7% of the outstanding class. FMR LLC reports 3,043,574 shares of sole voting power and 3,046,876.34 shares of sole dispositive power; Abigail P. Johnson reports sole dispositive power for the same 3,046,876.34 shares. The filing states these securities are held in the ordinary course of business and not for the purpose of influencing control of the issuer. The statement includes referenced powers of attorney and an exhibit identifying related subsidiary/group arrangements.

Positive

• Transparent disclosure of a material >5% beneficial ownership position by FMR LLC and Abigail P. Johnson
• Certification that the shares are held in the ordinary course and not for the purpose of changing control

Negative

• Concentrated stake of 8.7% by a single institutional group could be material to investors even if currently passive

Insights

Financial Analyst

TL;DR: FMR LLC and Abigail Johnson hold a material passive stake of 8.7%, disclosed as not intended to influence control.

This 8.7% position is large enough to be material to investors because it exceeds the 5% reporting threshold and could affect trading liquidity or activist attention, yet the filer certifies the stake is held in the ordinary course and not to change control. Voting and dispositive power figures show FMR has near-complete voting control over the disclosed shares, which is relevant for potential proxy outcomes. The filing is routine but important for ownership transparency.

Corporate Governance Expert

TL;DR: Ownership disclosure is compliant and signals a significant passive holder without stated intent to pursue control.

The Schedule 13G/A identifies a single institutional holder and a related individual beneficial owner together holding 8.7% of the company. The certification that the position is not intended to influence control reduces immediate governance risk, but the concentration warrants monitoring for any future amendment to a Schedule 13D or changes in voting intentions. The included power of attorney exhibits support proper signature authority.

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

SCHEDULE 13G

UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

(Amendment No. 4)

METHODE ELECTRONICS INC

(Name of Issuer)

COMMON STOCK

(Title of Class of Securities)

591520200

(CUSIP Number)

08/29/2025

(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)

SCHEDULE 13G

CUSIP No. 591520200

1

Names of Reporting Persons

FMR LLC

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 3,043,574.00
6	Shared Voting Power 0.00
7	Sole Dispositive Power 3,046,876.34
8	Shared Dispositive Power 0.00

9

Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person

3,046,876.34

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)

8.7 %

12

Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)

HC

SCHEDULE 13G

CUSIP No. 591520200

1

Names of Reporting Persons

Abigail P. Johnson

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

UNITED STATES

Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:

5	Sole Voting Power 0.00
6	Shared Voting Power 0.00
7	Sole Dispositive Power 3,046,876.34
8	Shared Dispositive Power 0.00

9

Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person

3,046,876.34

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)

8.7 %

12

Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)

IN

SCHEDULE 13G

Item 1.
(a)	Name of issuer: METHODE ELECTRONICS INC
(b)	Address of issuer's principal executive offices: 8750 WEST BRYN MAWR AVENUE,SUITE 100,CHICAGO,IL,USA,60631
Item 2.
(a)	Name of person filing: FMR LLC
(b)	Address or principal business office or, if none, residence: 245 Summer Street, Boston, Massachusetts 02210
(c)	Citizenship: Not applicable
(d)	Title of class of securities: COMMON STOCK
(e)	CUSIP No.: 591520200
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: 3046876.34
(b)	Percent of class: 8.7 %
(c)	Number of shares as to which the person has:
	(i) Sole power to vote or to direct the vote: Please see the responses to Items 5 and 6 on the cover page.
	(ii) Shared power to vote or to direct the vote: 0.00
	(iii) Sole power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: 3046876.34
	(iv) Shared power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: 0.00
Item 5.	Ownership of 5 Percent or Less of a Class.
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. One or more other persons are known to have the right to receive or the power to direct the receipt of dividends from, or the proceeds from the sale of, the COMMON STOCK of METHODE ELECTRONICS INC. No one other person's interest in the COMMON STOCK of METHODE ELECTRONICS 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 attached 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.

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:	09/05/2025

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:	09/05/2025

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

How many shares of MEI does FMR LLC and Abigail P. Johnson beneficially own?

They beneficially own 3,046,876.34 shares of Methode Electronics common stock.

What percentage of MEI does the disclosed stake represent?

The position represents 8.7% of the outstanding class of common stock.

What voting and dispositive power are reported for FMR LLC?

FMR LLC reports 3,043,574 shares of sole voting power and 3,046,876.34 shares of sole dispositive power.

Does the filing indicate the stake is intended to change control of MEI?

No. The filing certifies the securities are held in the ordinary course of business and not to change or influence control of the issuer.

Are there exhibits or powers of attorney referenced in the filing?

Yes. The filing references powers of attorney incorporated by reference and an Exhibit 99 for related agreements.