BlackRock (OTEX) discloses 7.2% Open Text stake in 13G/A filing
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
BlackRock, Inc. filed an amended Schedule 13G showing it beneficially owns 18,146,281 shares of Open Text Corporation common stock, representing 7.2% of the class as of 12/31/2025. BlackRock reports sole voting power over 17,297,417 shares and sole dispositive power over 18,146,281 shares, with no shared voting or dispositive power.
The filing aggregates holdings of certain BlackRock business units and notes that various underlying clients have rights to dividends or sale proceeds, but no single client holds more than five percent of Open Text’s outstanding common shares. BlackRock certifies the shares were acquired and are held in the ordinary course of business and not for the purpose of changing or influencing control of Open Text.
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FAQ
What percentage of Open Text (OTEX) does BlackRock now report owning?
BlackRock, Inc. reports beneficial ownership of 7.2% of Open Text Corporation’s common stock, based on 18,146,281 shares beneficially owned as of 12/31/2025.
How many Open Text (OTEX) shares does BlackRock beneficially own?
BlackRock, Inc. states it beneficially owns 18,146,281 shares of Open Text Corporation common stock, representing 7.2% of the class.
What voting and dispositive powers does BlackRock have over OTEX shares?
BlackRock reports sole voting power over 17,297,417 shares and sole dispositive power over 18,146,281 shares of Open Text, with no shared voting or dispositive power.
Is BlackRock part of a group seeking control of Open Text (OTEX)?
No. BlackRock certifies the securities were acquired and are held in the ordinary course of business and not for the purpose of changing or influencing the control of Open Text.
Who ultimately benefits from the OTEX shares held by BlackRock?
The filing notes that various persons have rights to dividends or sale proceeds from the Open Text shares managed by BlackRock, and that no single person’s interest exceeds five percent of Open Text’s total outstanding common shares.
Why did BlackRock file an amended Schedule 13G/A on Open Text (OTEX)?
The amendment updates BlackRock’s beneficial ownership position in Open Text as of 12/31/2025, including share count, percentage of class, and its sole voting and dispositive powers.