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Ariel Investments reports 6.11M Madison Square Garden shares (NYSE: MSGE)

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SCHEDULE 13G/A

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp reports that Ariel Investments, LLC beneficially owns 6,105,583 shares of Class A common stock, representing 15.1% of the class as disclosed in this Amendment No. 6 filing.

The filing states Ariel has sole voting power over 5,518,647 shares and sole dispositive power over 6,105,583 shares. It notes adviser clients have rights to dividends/proceeds and that Ariel Fund holds 2,377,565 shares as an economic interest in excess of 5%.

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Insights

Large passive stake disclosed; ownership concentrated in one adviser.

Ariel Investments reports a 15.1% beneficial holding of Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp, with 6,105,583 shares listed as beneficially owned. The filing clarifies voting and dispositive counts, showing concentrated control metrics useful for shareholder structure analysis.

Timing and trading intent are not included; subsequent filings or amendments would show changes. Future disclosures may show whether this holding is passive under Schedule 13G rules or has changed in nature.

Adviser-client arrangements and >5% economic holder are highlighted.

The schedule notes that Ariel's adviser clients have the right to receive dividends or proceeds for the reported shares. The disclosure also identifies Ariel Fund with 2,377,565 shares, meeting the >5% economic-interest threshold.

These facts clarify beneficial ownership paths relevant for voting blocs and proxy considerations; any governance implications depend on subsequent voting disclosures.

Beneficially owned 6,105,583 shares Amount beneficially owned reported in Amendment No. 6
Percent of class 15.1% Percent of Class A common stock reported
Sole voting power 5,518,647 shares Number with sole power to vote or direct the vote
Sole dispositive power 6,105,583 shares Number with sole power to dispose or direct disposition
Ariel Fund economic interest 2,377,565 shares Ariel Fund, a series of Ariel Investment Trust, holds this economic interest
Schedule 13G/A regulatory
"Amendment No. 6 and header identifying the filing type"
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.
Beneficially owned financial
"Item 4(a) Amount beneficially owned: 6,105,583"
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
"Item 4(c)(iii) Sole power to dispose: 6,105,583"
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.





558256103

(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





SCHEDULE 13G



Ariel Investments, LLC
Signature:James Prescott
Name/Title:Vice President, Compliance
Date:05/14/2026

FAQ

How many MSGE shares does Ariel Investments report owning?

Ariel Investments reports beneficial ownership of 6,105,583 shares of MSGE common stock. This equals a 15.1% stake in the class as stated in the Amendment No. 6 filing for the reporting period.

What voting power does Ariel Investments hold in MSGE?

Ariel Investments reports sole voting power over 5,518,647 shares of MSGE common stock. The filing lists voting and dispositive figures separately to show control and disposition authorities.

Does Ariel hold shares on behalf of a fund with >5% interest in MSGE?

Yes. The filing identifies Ariel Fund, a series of Ariel Investment Trust, as owning 2,377,565 shares, representing an economic interest above the 5% threshold for that fund.

Does the filing state whether Ariel's stake is passive or active?

The schedule discloses beneficial ownership and adviser-client rights but does not state whether the position is passive or active. The filing focuses on voting and dispositive powers rather than investment intent.