Ameriprise/Columbia report 1.98M shares (5.6%) in MEI
Methode Electronics, Inc. Schedule 13G reports that Ameriprise Financial, Inc. and Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC together hold 1,979,281 shares of Common Stock as of 03/31/2026, representing 5.6% of the class.
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Methode Electronics, Inc. Schedule 13G reports that Ameriprise Financial, Inc. and Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC together hold 1,979,281 shares of Common Stock as of 03/31/2026, representing 5.6% of the class. The filing states shared voting and dispositive power of 1,979,281 shares and disclaims sole beneficial ownership.
The Schedule lists filing addresses, CUSIP 591520200, and exhibits identifying the subsidiary and a joint filing agreement. Signatures are provided by Michael G. Clarke on 05/15/2026.
Insights
Passive institutional stake disclosed; standard Schedule 13G disclosure.
The filing shows shared voting and shared dispositive power over 1,979,281 shares, equating to 5.6% of the outstanding common stock as of 03/31/2026. The reporting persons disclaim sole beneficial ownership.
Such holdings are typical for investment managers; subsequent 13D/13G amendments or changes in voting power would be the primary items to monitor in later filings.
Key Figures
Reporting date:03/31/2026Shares beneficially owned:1,979,281 sharesPercent of class:5.6%+2 more
5 metrics
Reporting date03/31/2026Ownership reference date
Shares beneficially owned1,979,281 sharesCombined reported holdings by AFI/CMIA
Percent of class5.6%Percentage of outstanding common stock
CUSIP591520200Methode Electronics common stock identifier
Signature date05/15/2026Date signatures were executed on the filing
Key Terms
Schedule 13G, Beneficially owned, Shared Dispositive Power
3 terms
Schedule 13Gregulatory
"Item 1. (a) Name of issuer: Methode Electronics, Inc."
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 ownedregulatory
"Item 4. (a) Amount beneficially owned: Incorporated by reference"
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.
Shared Dispositive Powerregulatory
"Shared Dispositive Power 1,979,281.00"
FAQ
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What stake do Ameriprise and Columbia Management report in MEI?
They report 1,979,281 shares of Methode Electronics common stock, representing 5.6% of the class as of 03/31/2026. The filing attributes shared voting and dispositive power to the reporting persons.
Does the filing state who has sole control over the shares?
No. The Schedule states 0 sole voting and dispositive power and reports shared voting and shared dispositive power of 1,979,281 shares, and both reporting persons disclaim sole beneficial ownership.
What documents accompany this Schedule 13G filing for MEI?
The filing includes an Exhibit I identifying the subsidiary that acquired the securities and Exhibit II, a Joint Filing Agreement. Contact details and signatures by Michael G. Clarke are provided with dates of execution.
What CUSIP and filing date are listed on the Schedule 13G for MEI?
The Schedule lists CUSIP 591520200 for Methode Electronics common stock and shows the ownership reference date as 03/31/2026, with signatures dated 05/15/2026 on the filing.
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
SCHEDULE 13G
UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
Methode Electronics, Inc.
(Name of Issuer)
Common Stock
(Title of Class of Securities)
591520200
(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):
591520200
1
Names of Reporting Persons
Ameriprise Financial, 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
0.00
6
Shared Voting Power
1,979,281.00
7
Sole Dispositive Power
0.00
8
Shared Dispositive Power
1,979,281.00
9
Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person
1,979,281.00
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)
5.6 %
12
Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)
HC
SCHEDULE 13G
CUSIP Number(s):
591520200
1
Names of Reporting Persons
Columbia Management Investment Advisers, 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
MINNESOTA
Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:
5
Sole Voting Power
0.00
6
Shared Voting Power
1,979,281.00
7
Sole Dispositive Power
0.00
8
Shared Dispositive Power
1,979,281.00
9
Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person
1,979,281.00
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)
5.6 %
12
Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)
IA
SCHEDULE 13G
Item 1.
(a)
Name of issuer:
Methode Electronics, Inc.
(b)
Address of issuer's principal executive offices:
25650 West 11 Mile Road, Southfield, MI 48034
Item 2.
(a)
Name of person filing:
(a) Ameriprise Financial, Inc. ("AFI")
(b) Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC ("CMIA")
(b)
Address or principal business office or, if none, residence:
(a) 145 Ameriprise Financial Center, Minneapolis, MN 55474
(b) 290 Congress Street, Boston, MA 02210
(c)
Citizenship:
(a) Delaware
(b) Minnesota
(d)
Title of class of securities:
Common Stock
(e)
CUSIP Number(s):
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:
Incorporated by reference to Items (5)-(9) and (11) of the cover page pertaining to each reporting person.
AFI, as the parent company of CMIA, may be deemed to beneficially own the shares reported herein by CMIA. Accordingly, the shares reported herein by AFI include those shares separately reported herein by CMIA.
Each of AFI and CMIA disclaims beneficial ownership of any shares reported on this Schedule.
(b)
Percent of class:
The information required by Item 4(b) is set forth in Rows (5)-(9) and (11) of the cover page for each Reporting Person hereto and is incorporated herein by reference for each Reporting Person.
(c)
Number of shares as to which the person has:
(i) Sole power to vote or to direct the vote:
The information required by Item 4(c) is set forth in Rows (5)-(9) and (11) of the cover page for each Reporting Person hereto and is incorporated herein by reference for each Reporting Person.
(ii) Shared power to vote or to direct the vote:
The information required by Item 4(c) is set forth in Rows (5)-(9) and (11) of the cover page for each Reporting Person hereto and is incorporated herein by reference for each Reporting Person.
(iii) Sole power to dispose or to direct the disposition of:
The information required by Item 4(c) is set forth in Rows (5)-(9) and (11) of the cover page for each Reporting Person hereto and is incorporated herein by reference for each Reporting Person.
(iv) Shared power to dispose or to direct the disposition of:
The information required by Item 4(c) is set forth in Rows (5)-(9) and (11) of the cover page for each Reporting Person hereto and is incorporated herein by reference for each Reporting Person.
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.
Not Applicable
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.
AFI: See Exhibit I
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.
Ameriprise Financial, Inc.
Signature:
/s/ Michael G. Clarke
Name/Title:
Michael G. Clarke, Senior Vice President, North America Head of Operations & Investor Services
Date:
05/15/2026
Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC
Signature:
/s/ Michael G. Clarke
Name/Title:
Michael G. Clarke, Senior Vice President, North America Head of Operations & Investor Services
Date:
05/15/2026
Comments accompanying signature:
Contact Information
Charles Chiesa
VP Fund Treasurer Global Operations and Investor Services
Telephone: 617-385-9593
Exhibit Information
Exhibit Index
Exhibit I Identification and Classification of the Subsidiary which Acquired the Security Being Reported on by the Parent Holding Company.
Exhibit II Joint Filing Agreement
