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Tricor reports 23.45% stake in CPI Card

Tricor Pacific Capital reports a 23.45% beneficial stake in CPI Card Group after buying 525,000 additional shares in a secondary offering.

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SCHEDULE 13D/A

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

CPI Card Group Inc. (PMTS) is the subject of an amended Schedule 13D reporting that Tricor Pacific Capital Inc. and its wholly owned subsidiary Tricor PMT25 Holdings Inc. now beneficially own 2,701,056 shares23.45%11,520,159 shares outstanding as of June 30, 2026525,000 shares$21.50$11,287,500 in a registered secondary offering funded with Tricor’s working capital. Earlier, the subsidiary acquired 1,926,056 restricted shares on December 4, 2025 and already held 250,000 shares purchased in September 2024. Tricor’s subsidiary holds pro rata board nomination rights allowing it to nominate up to two CPI Card Group directors and maintain certain board committee representation, and also holds registration rights for its shares. The reporting persons state they currently have no specific plans for corporate actions but may change their investment in CPI Card Group depending on market and company conditions.

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Filing Explained

The September 14 purchase transferred existing shares to a 23.45% holder, increasing voting concentration without issuing new CPI shares.

As a Schedule 13D/A, this filing updates ownership above 5%: on September 14, 2026, Tricor PMT25 Holdings purchased 525,000 shares from selling funds in a registered secondary offering, making the disclosed event a completed transfer to the holder rather than an issuance by CPI.

The transaction changes which holders share voting and dispositive power, while transferring existing shares rather than increasing CPI’s share count through this purchase.

Tricor and Sub report shared voting and dispositive power over 2,701,056 shares; the filing also says Sub’s existing nomination arrangement permits it to nominate up to two directors and receive certain board-committee representation based on its ownership percentage.

The 525,000 additional shares are not subject to the lock-up, while the 1,926,056 restricted shares purchased on December 4, 2025 remain subject to a one-year lock-up. The reporting persons state that they have no present plan for the listed actions in Item 4, but reserve discretion to take other actions regarding the investment.

Beneficial ownership 2,701,056 shares Shares of CPI Card Group Inc. common stock beneficially owned by Tricor and its subsidiary
Ownership percentage 23.45% Portion of CPI Card Group Inc. outstanding common stock represented by Tricor’s holdings
Shares outstanding 11,520,159 shares CPI Card Group Inc. shares outstanding as of June 30, 2026, per Form 10-Q
Additional Shares purchased 525,000 shares Shares bought by Tricor’s subsidiary on September 14, 2026 in a secondary offering
Purchase price per share $21.50 per share Price paid for the 525,000 Additional Shares on September 14, 2026
Total consideration for Additional Shares $11,287,500 Aggregate price paid for the 525,000 Additional Shares
Restricted Shares acquired 1,926,056 shares Shares purchased in a privately negotiated transaction on December 4, 2025
Prior Shares held 250,000 shares Shares previously purchased in September 2024 and held by the subsidiary
Schedule 13D regulatory
"This statement is filed jointly by Tricor Pacific Capital Inc. ..."
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.
beneficially own financial
"Sub and Tricor beneficially own 2,701,056 Shares, representing 23.45% ..."
Beneficially own means having the economic rights and risks of a security—such as the right to receive dividends, sell the shares, or profit from price changes—whether or not your name appears on the official share register. Think of it like renting a car: you use it and reap the benefits even if the title lists someone else. Investors care because beneficial ownership determines who truly controls value, must be disclosed under securities rules, and can signal potential influence or trading activity that affects a stock’s price.
Director Nomination Agreement regulatory
"entered into a Director Nomination Agreement with the Issuer, dated as of December 4, 2025"
registration rights agreement regulatory
"became a party to that certain registration rights agreement dated October 15, 2015"
A registration rights agreement is a contract that gives investors the option to have their ownership stakes officially registered with the government, making it easier to sell their shares later. This agreement matters because it provides investors with a clearer path to cash out their investments if they choose, offering more liquidity and confidence in their ability to sell their holdings when desired.
Lock Up Agreement regulatory
"pursuant to a Lock Up Agreement dated as of December 4, 2025 with the Issuer"

FAQ

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How many CPI Card Group Inc. (PMTS) shares do the Tricor entities now beneficially own?

The Tricor entities report beneficial ownership of 2,701,056 shares23.45%11,520,159 shares

What recent CPI Card Group Inc. (PMTS) share purchase triggered this Schedule 13D/A amendment?

On September 14, 2026, Tricor’s subsidiary purchased 525,000 shares$21.50$11,287,500

What percentage of CPI Card Group Inc. (PMTS) does Tricor’s stake represent?

Tricor and its subsidiary state that their 2,701,056 shares23.45%11,520,159 shares

What board rights do the Tricor entities have at CPI Card Group Inc. (PMTS)?

Under a Director Nomination Agreement dated December 4, 2025, Tricor’s subsidiary has pro rata board nomination rights, currently entitling it to nominate up to two directors of CPI Card Group Inc. and providing certain rights to representation on board committees.

What earlier CPI Card Group Inc. (PMTS) share purchases did Tricor’s subsidiary make?

On December 4, 2025, the subsidiary purchased 1,926,056 restricted shares in a privately negotiated transaction, and it also held 250,000 prior shares that Tricor had purchased in September 2024.

Is any portion of Tricor’s CPI Card Group Inc. (PMTS) stake subject to a lock-up?

Yes. Under a Lock Up Agreement dated December 4, 2025, the subsidiary agreed not to sell the 1,926,056 restricted shares for a one-year period from the purchase date.

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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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Tricor Pacific Capital Inc.
Signature:/s/ Shawn Lewis
Name/Title:Shawn Lewis - Director
Date:09/15/2026
Tricor PMT25 Holdings Inc.
Signature:/s/ Shawn Lewis
Name/Title:Shawn Lewis - Director
Date:09/15/2026

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