[SCHEDULE 13G/A] NETGEAR, INC. Amended Passive Investment Disclosure
Dimensional reports 1.11M shares (4.0%) of NETGEAR
Dimensional Fund Advisors filed Amendment No. 1 to a Schedule 13G/A reporting beneficial ownership of 1,112,860 shares of NETGEAR Inc common stock, representing 4.0% of the class.
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Dimensional Fund Advisors filed Amendment No. 1 to a Schedule 13G/A reporting beneficial ownership of 1,112,860 shares of NETGEAR Inc common stock, representing 4.0% of the class. The filing shows sole voting power for 1,079,105 shares and sole dispositive power for 1,112,860 shares. The shares are held by investment funds managed or advised by Dimensional, which disclaims beneficial ownership of the securities. The amendment is signed by the Global Chief Compliance Officer on 04/09/2026.
Insights
Large asset manager reports a passive 4.0% stake held in client funds.
Dimensional reports ownership of 1,112,860 shares with voting power over 1,079,105 shares; the filing follows Schedule 13G/A disclosure norms for passive institutional investors. The filing clarifies that the securities are owned by various Funds advised by Dimensional and that Dimensional disclaims beneficial ownership.
Implications are administrative: this documents a notable institutional position but does not signal an active takeover intent. Subsequent filings would show changes in holdings or a shift to Schedule 13D if activism or control intent appears.
Key Figures
Beneficial ownership:1,112,860 sharesPercent of class:4.0%Sole voting power:1,079,105 shares+1 more
4 metrics
Beneficial ownership1,112,860 sharesas of 03/31/2026
Percent of class4.0%reported on Schedule 13G/A
Sole voting power1,079,105 sharesvoting power reported
Filing signature date04/09/2026Amendment No. 1 signature date
Key Terms
Schedule 13G/A, sole dispositive power, disclaims beneficial ownership
3 terms
Schedule 13G/Aregulatory
"Amendment No. 1 to Schedule 13G/A reporting beneficial ownership"
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.
sole dispositive powerfinancial
"Sole power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: 1,112,860"
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.
disclaims beneficial ownershipregulatory
"Dimensional disclaims beneficial ownership of such securities"
FAQ
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What stake does Dimensional Fund Advisors report in NETGEAR (NTGR)?
Dimensional reports beneficial ownership of 1,112,860 shares, equal to 4.0% of NETGEAR's common stock. The filing lists sole voting power for 1,079,105 shares and sole dispositive power for 1,112,860 shares.
Are the shares owned directly by Dimensional or its funds for NTGR?
The shares are owned by investment companies, commingled funds, group trusts and separate accounts managed or advised by Dimensional. The filing explicitly states that Dimensional disclaims beneficial ownership and reports the holdings on behalf of those Funds.
Does this Schedule 13G/A indicate Dimensional plans to influence NETGEAR (NTGR)?
No. A Schedule 13G/A filing by an investment adviser typically indicates a passive institutional holding. The filing contains no statement of intent to influence control and continues to reflect advisory relationships with the Funds holding the shares.
When was the amendment to the Schedule 13 filed for NTGR?
The Schedule 13G/A Amendment No. 1 was signed by Dimensional's Global Chief Compliance Officer on 04/09/2026. The cover shows an as of date of 03/31/2026 for the reported ownership figures.
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
SCHEDULE 13G
UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
(Amendment No. 1)
NETGEAR Inc
(Name of Issuer)
Common Stock
(Title of Class of Securities)
64111Q104
(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):
64111Q104
1
Names of Reporting Persons
Dimensional Fund Advisors LP
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
1,079,105.00
6
Shared Voting Power
0.00
7
Sole Dispositive Power
1,112,860.00
8
Shared Dispositive Power
0.00
9
Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person
1,112,860.00
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)
4.0 %
12
Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)
IA
SCHEDULE 13G
Item 1.
(a)
Name of issuer:
NETGEAR Inc
(b)
Address of issuer's principal executive offices:
350 East Plumeria Drive, San Jose, CA 95134
Item 2.
(a)
Name of person filing:
Dimensional Fund Advisors LP
(b)
Address or principal business office or, if none, residence:
6300 Bee Cave Road, Building One, Austin, TX 78746
(c)
Citizenship:
Delaware Limited Partnership
(d)
Title of class of securities:
Common Stock
(e)
CUSIP No.:
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:
1,112,860 ** see Note 1 **
** Note 1 ** Dimensional Fund Advisors LP, an investment adviser registered under Section 203 of the Investment Advisors Act of 1940, furnishes investment advice to four investment companies registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, and serves as investment manager or sub-adviser to certain other commingled funds, group trusts and separate accounts (such investment companies, trusts and accounts, collectively referred to as the "Funds"). In certain cases, subsidiaries of Dimensional Fund Advisors LP may act as an adviser or sub-adviser to certain Funds. In its role as investment advisor, sub-adviser and/or manager, Dimensional Fund Advisors LP or its subsidiaries (collectively, "Dimensional") may possess voting and/or investment power over the securities of the Issuer that are owned by the Funds, and may be deemed to be the beneficial owner of the shares of the Issuer held by the Funds. However, all securities reported in this schedule are owned by the Funds. Dimensional disclaims beneficial ownership of such securities. In addition, the filing of this Schedule 13G shall not be construed as an admission that the reporting person or any of its affiliates is the beneficial owner of any securities covered by this Schedule 13G for any other purposes than Section 13(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
(b)
Percent of class:
4.0 %
(c)
Number of shares as to which the person has:
(i) Sole power to vote or to direct the vote:
1,079,105** see Note 1 **
(ii) Shared power to vote or to direct the vote:
0
(iii) Sole power to dispose or to direct the disposition of:
1,112,860** see Note 1 **
(iv) Shared power to dispose or to direct the disposition of:
0
Item 5.
Ownership of 5 Percent or Less of a Class.
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.
The Funds described in Note 1 above have the right to receive or the power to direct the receipt of dividends from, or the proceeds from the sale of the securities held in their respective accounts. To the knowledge of Dimensional, the interest of any one such Fund does not exceed 5% of the class of securities. Dimensional Fund Advisors LP disclaims beneficial ownership of all such securities.
Item 7.
Identification and Classification of the Subsidiary Which Acquired the Security Being Reported on by the Parent Holding Company or Control Person.
Not Applicable
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.
