AQR Reports 6.45% Stake in Newell Brands

Newell Brands Inc. ownership disclosure: AQR Capital Management, LLC and AQR Capital Management Holdings, LLC report beneficial ownership of 27,397,786 shares of Newell Brands common stock, representing 6.45% of the class.

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Newell Brands Inc. ownership disclosure: AQR Capital Management, LLC and AQR Capital Management Holdings, LLC report beneficial ownership of 27,397,786 shares of Newell Brands common stock, representing 6.45% of the class.

The filing lists shared voting power of 26,223,965 shares and shared dispositive power of 27,397,786. AQR Capital Management, LLC is identified as a wholly owned subsidiary of AQR Capital Management Holdings, LLC; the amendment is signed by an authorized signatory on behalf of both entities.

Insights

Institutional Ownership Analyst

Large passive stake disclosed: 27,397,786 shares, 6.45%.

The filing documents that AQR holds 27,397,786 shares of Newell Brands as beneficial owner, with shared voting power on 26,223,965 shares. The record classifies holdings across a parent and its wholly owned subsidiary, and the amendment clarifies attribution.

Future filings may show changes; subsequent Schedule 13D/G amendments or Form 4s would provide updated position or transaction detail.

Key Figures

Beneficial ownership: 27,397,786 shares Percent of class: 6.45% Shared voting power: 26,223,965 shares +2 more

5 metrics

Beneficial ownership 27,397,786 shares Amount beneficially owned

Percent of class 6.45% Percent of common stock

Shared voting power 26,223,965 shares Shared power to vote or direct the vote

Shared dispositive power 27,397,786 shares Shared power to dispose or direct disposition

CUSIP 651229106 Issuer CUSIP for common stock

Key Terms

Schedule 13G/A, beneficially owned, shared dispositive power

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Schedule 13G/A regulatory

"Amendment No. 1 NEWELL BRANDS INC."

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 regulatory

"Item 4. | Ownership (a) | Amount beneficially owned: 27,397,786"

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 power regulatory

"Shared Dispositive Power 27,397,786.00"

FAQ

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What stake does AQR report in Newell Brands (NWL)?

AQR reports beneficial ownership of 27,397,786 shares, representing 6.45% of Newell Brands' common stock. The filing attributes shared voting power on 26,223,965 shares and shared dispositive power on 27,397,786 shares.

Which AQR entities filed the Schedule 13G/A for NWL?

AQR Capital Management, LLC and AQR Capital Management Holdings, LLC filed the amendment. The filing states that AQR Capital Management, LLC is a wholly owned subsidiary of AQR Capital Management Holdings, LLC.

Does the Schedule 13G/A show sole voting or dispositive power?

No. The disclosure reports 0 shares with sole voting power and 0 shares with sole dispositive power; voting and dispositive rights are reported as shared across the entities listed.

When was the Schedule 13G/A signed for Newell Brands?

The amendment is signed by an authorized signatory, Henry Parkin, with signature dates shown as 05/14/2026 on behalf of the reporting entities in the filing.

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Accepted by SEC EDGAR 05/14/2026 - 08:51 AM EDT Learn about SEC filing dates

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

SCHEDULE 13G

UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

(Amendment No. 1)

NEWELL BRANDS INC.

(Name of Issuer)

Common stock, $1 par value per share

(Title of Class of Securities)

651229106

(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): 651229106

1

Names of Reporting Persons

AQR Capital Management, 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

UNITED STATES

Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:

5	Sole Voting Power 0.00
6	Shared Voting Power 26,223,965.00
7	Sole Dispositive Power 0.00
8	Shared Dispositive Power 27,397,786.00

9

Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person

27,397,786.00

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)

6.45 %

12

Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)

IA

SCHEDULE 13G

CUSIP Number(s): 651229106

1

Names of Reporting Persons

AQR Capital Management Holdings, 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

UNITED STATES

Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:

5	Sole Voting Power 0.00
6	Shared Voting Power 26,223,965.00
7	Sole Dispositive Power 0.00
8	Shared Dispositive Power 27,397,786.00

9

Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person

27,397,786.00

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)

6.45 %

12

Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)

HC

SCHEDULE 13G

Item 1.
(a)	Name of issuer: NEWELL BRANDS INC.
(b)	Address of issuer's principal executive offices: 5 CONCOURSE PARKWAY NE, 8TH FLOOR, ATLANTA, GEORGIA 30328
Item 2.
(a)	Name of person filing: AQR Capital Management, LLC AQR Capital Management Holdings, LLC
(b)	Address or principal business office or, if none, residence: ONE GREENWICH PLAZA SUITE 130 Greenwich, Connecticut 06830
(c)	Citizenship: AQR Capital Management, LLC - UNITED STATES AQR Capital Management Holdings, LLC - UNITED STATES
(d)	Title of class of securities: Common stock, $1 par value per share
(e)	CUSIP No.: 651229106
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: 27,397,786
(b)	Percent of class: 6.45 %
(c)	Number of shares as to which the person has:
	(i) Sole power to vote or to direct the vote: AQR Capital Management, LLC - 0 AQR Capital Management Holdings, LLC - 0
	(ii) Shared power to vote or to direct the vote: AQR Capital Management, LLC - 26,223,965 AQR Capital Management Holdings, LLC - 26,223,965
	(iii) Sole power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: AQR Capital Management, LLC - 0 AQR Capital Management Holdings, LLC - 0
	(iv) Shared power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: AQR Capital Management, LLC - 27,397,786 AQR Capital Management Holdings, LLC - 27,397,786
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. See Item 2(a) above.
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.

AQR Capital Management, LLC

Signature:	Henry Parkin
Name/Title:	Authorized Signatory
Date:	05/14/2026

AQR Capital Management Holdings, LLC

Signature:	Henry Parkin
Name/Title:	Authorized Signatory
Date:	05/14/2026

Exhibit Information

AQR Capital Management Holdings, LLC and AQR Capital Management, LLC hereby agree that this Schedule 13G is filed on behalf of each of the parties. AQR Capital Management, LLC is a wholly owned subsidiary of AQR Capital Management Holdings, LLC.