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Hestia cuts Pitney Bowes (NYSE: PBI) ownership to about 4.6%

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Form Type
SCHEDULE 13D/A

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Hestia Capital and Kurtis J. Wolf report reduced ownership in Pitney Bowes, falling below the 5% threshold for major shareholders. As of an outstanding share count of 135,441,425 on April 24, 2026, Hestia Capital directly owns 5,638,798 shares, or about 4.2%.

Hestia Capital Management and related entities may be deemed to beneficially own up to 6,002,651 shares, while Mr. Wolf is deemed to beneficially own 6,297,055 shares, or about 4.6%. Hestia plans to distribute approximately 1.5 million shares to limited partners, including about 1.1 million shares to Mr. Wolf, and notes recent trades were executed under a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan.

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Hestia’s Pitney Bowes stake drops below 5%, easing activist overhang.

Hestia Capital and Kurtis J. Wolf now report beneficial ownership below the 5% level in Pitney Bowes, with Wolf at about 4.6%. This marks a shift from large‑holder status while still leaving a meaningful position.

The group cites portfolio diversification and sizing as reasons for distributions and sales, and all recent trades were made under a Rule 10b5-1 Trading Plan. Future ownership will depend on completion of the planned transfer of about 1.5 million shares, including roughly 1.1 million to Wolf.

Hestia Capital shares 5,638,798 shares Directly owned by Hestia Capital; approx. 4.2% of Pitney Bowes
Hestia LLC beneficial stake 6,002,651 shares Beneficially owned through Hestia Capital and SMAs; approx. 4.4%
Kurtis J. Wolf beneficial stake 6,297,055 shares Includes direct holdings and options; approx. 4.6% of shares
Shares outstanding 135,441,425 shares Pitney Bowes shares outstanding as of April 24, 2026
Hestia Capital purchase cost $33,389,578 Aggregate purchase price for 5,638,798 directly owned shares
SMA purchase cost $1,306,159 Aggregate purchase price for 363,853 shares held in SMAs
Planned distribution 1.5 million shares Shares Hestia LLC plans to distribute to limited partners
Wolf planned receipt 1.1 million shares Approximate shares in distribution expected to go to Kurtis J. Wolf
Schedule 13D regulatory
"If the filing person has previously filed a statement on Schedule 13G to report the acquisition"
A Schedule 13D is a legal document that investors file with regulators when they buy a large enough stake in a company to potentially influence its management or decisions. It provides details about the investor’s intention, ownership stake, and plans, helping other investors understand who is gaining control and what their motives might be.
beneficial owner regulatory
"may be deemed the beneficial owner of the 5,638,798 Shares directly owned by Hestia Capital"
A beneficial owner is the person who ultimately owns or controls a financial asset or property, even if their name isn't directly on official documents. Think of it like someone who secretly holds the keys to a safe deposit box—others may appear to have access, but the true owner is the one who benefits from what's inside. Identifying beneficial owners helps ensure transparency and prevent illegal activities like money laundering or fraud.
Rule 10b5-1 Trading Plan regulatory
"The transactions in the Shares ... during the past 60 days, which were executed pursuant to a Rule 10b5-1 Trading Plan"
A Rule 10b5-1 trading plan is a pre-arranged schedule that allows company insiders to buy or sell stock at specific times, even if they have inside information. It helps prevent accusations of unfair trading by making these transactions look planned and transparent, rather than sneaky or illegal.
separately managed accounts financial
"363,853 Shares were held in SMAs. As the investment manager of each of Hestia Capital and the SMAs"
A separately managed account is an investment portfolio owned by a single investor but professionally managed to that investor’s specific goals and preferences, rather than pooled with other clients’ money. It matters to investors because it offers greater customization, tax control and transparency—like hiring a personal chef instead of eating from a shared buffet—though it often requires higher minimums and can have different fee and liquidity implications.
par value financial
"Common Stock, $1 par value per share"
Par value is the fixed amount printed on a bond or stock that represents its original value when issued. It’s like the face value of a coin or bill—what the issuer promises to pay back or the starting price of a stock—though it often doesn’t change with market prices. It matters because it helps determine certain financial details, like how much the company will pay back at maturity.
aggregate purchase price financial
"The aggregate purchase price of the 5,638,798 Shares directly owned by Hestia Capital is approximately $33,389,578"
The aggregate purchase price is the total amount a buyer pays to acquire a company, assets or securities, including the headline payment plus any assumed debt, fees, taxes and contractually required adjustments. It matters to investors because it shows the true cost of a deal and how much value must be realized after the sale — like knowing the full price of a house once you add closing costs, repairs and outstanding mortgage obligations.





724479100

(CUSIP Number)
KURTIS J. WOLF
HESTIA CAPITAL MANAGEMENT, LLC, 8050 Rowan Road, Suite 300
Cranberry Township, PA, 16066
724-687-7842

(Name, Address and Telephone Number of Person Authorized to Receive Notices and Communications)
05/11/2026

(Date of Event Which Requires Filing of This Statement)


If the filing person has previously filed a statement on Schedule 13G to report the acquisition that is the subject of this Schedule 13D, and is filing this schedule because of §§ 240.13d-1(e), 240.13d-1(f) or 240.13d-1(g), check the following box.

The information required on the remainder of this cover page shall not be deemed to be "filed" for the purpose of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 ("Act") or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section of the Act but shall be subject to all other provisions of the Act (however, see the Notes).




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HESTIA CAPITAL PARTNERS LP
Signature:/s/ Kurtis J. Wolf
Name/Title:Kurtis J. Wolf, Managing Member of Hestia Capital Management, LLC, its Investment Manager
Date:05/11/2026
HESTIA CAPITAL PARTNERS GP, LLC
Signature:/s/ Kurtis J. Wolf
Name/Title:Kurtis J. Wolf, Managing Member
Date:05/11/2026
Hestia Capital Management, LLC
Signature:/s/ Kurtis J. Wolf
Name/Title:Kurtis J. Wolf, Managing Member
Date:05/11/2026
Wolf Kurt James
Signature:/s/ Kurtis J. Wolf
Name/Title:Kurtis J. Wolf
Date:05/11/2026

FAQ

What stake does Hestia Capital now hold in Pitney Bowes (PBI)?

Hestia Capital directly owns 5,638,798 Pitney Bowes shares, representing about 4.2% of outstanding stock. Through its role with separately managed accounts, related entities may be deemed to beneficially own 6,002,651 shares in total, according to the updated Schedule 13D/A disclosure.

How many Pitney Bowes shares is Hestia LLC planning to distribute?

Hestia LLC plans to distribute approximately 1.5 million Pitney Bowes shares to its limited partners. This planned distribution includes about 1.1 million shares going to Kurtis J. Wolf, reflecting a portfolio rebalancing toward diversification and position sizing while maintaining a significant personal stake.

What percentage of Pitney Bowes shares does Kurtis J. Wolf beneficially own?

Kurtis J. Wolf is deemed to beneficially own 6,297,055 Pitney Bowes shares, or about 4.6% of the company. This includes 64,695 shares held directly, 229,709 shares underlying options vesting within 60 days, plus interests through Hestia entities and separately managed accounts.

How were Hestia’s Pitney Bowes share purchases financed?

The 5,638,798 shares directly owned by Hestia Capital were bought for about $33,389,578 using working capital. Purchases may have included ordinary-course margin loans, while 363,853 shares in separately managed accounts cost approximately $1,306,159, both figures including brokerage commissions.

Were recent Pitney Bowes share trades by Hestia pre-planned?

Yes. Transactions in Pitney Bowes shares over the past 60 days by the reporting persons and separately managed accounts were executed pursuant to a Rule 10b5-1 Trading Plan. Specific trade details are provided in an exhibit incorporated by reference in the amended filing.