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Capital Group (RYAAY) boosts Ryanair voting stake to 16.08% of shares

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Ryanair Holdings plc reports a change in major shareholdings after The Capital Group Companies, Inc. crossed a key ownership threshold. As of 07 Jul 2026, Capital Group’s total holding reached 16.08% of Ryanair’s voting rights, up from 15.07% previously. This stake is held entirely through shares, with no additional exposure via financial instruments.

The position includes voting rights linked to 142,429,392 depository receipts and 24,633,421 ordinary shares

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Capital Group’s Ryanair stake rises above 16%, reinforcing concentrated institutional ownership without leverage.

Ryanair Holdings discloses that The Capital Group Companies, Inc. increased its holding to 16.08% of voting rights, entirely via shares rather than derivatives or other financial instruments. This indicates straightforward equity exposure instead of synthetically structured positions.

The stake comprises depository receipts and ordinary shares and sits within a full chain of controlled undertakings, led by Capital Research and Management Company. Actual market impact depends on Capital Group’s long-term intentions, which are not detailed in this notification.

Future ownership disclosures in company communications may clarify whether this level of institutional concentration remains stable or changes, but no specific timing is indicated in the disclosed data.

Capital Group voting stake 16.08% of voting rights Resulting situation on 07 Jul 2026
Previous Capital Group stake 15.07% of voting rights Position of previous notification
Total Ryanair voting rights 1,039,188,893 voting rights Issuer total voting rights
Depository receipts held 142,429,392 depository receipts US7835132033 voting rights attached to shares
Ordinary shares held 24,633,421 ordinary shares IE00BYTBXV33 voting rights attached to shares
Total voting rights held 167,062,813 voting rights Subtotal A, voting rights attached to shares
American Funds stake 3.65% of voting rights American Funds Fundamental Investors share of total
Financial instruments exposure 0.00% of voting rights Through financial instruments (B.1 + B.2)
voting rights financial
"Total number of voting rights of issuer Resulting situation on the date..."
Voting rights are the ability of shareholders to have a say in important company decisions, like choosing leaders or approving big changes. They matter because they give owners a voice in how the company is run, similar to how voters influence elections, ensuring the company acts in shareholders’ interests.
financial instruments financial
"% of voting rights through financial instruments (total of 9.B.1 + 9.B.2)"
Financial instruments are assets or contracts that hold monetary value and can be bought, sold, or traded. They serve as tools for investors to grow, protect, or transfer money, much like how a ticket or voucher can be used to access goods or services. These instruments help individuals and organizations manage financial goals and risks across different markets and economic conditions.
Depository Receipt financial
"US7835132033 Depository Receipt | | 142,429,392 | | 13.71%"
A depository receipt is a bank-issued certificate that represents ownership of shares in a foreign company and can be bought and sold on a local stock market without directly trading on the foreign exchange. Think of it like a local receipt for a foreign product that lets you shop at home; it makes cross-border investing simpler and more liquid, but still carries risks from the underlying foreign shares and currency movements.
Ordinary Shares financial
"IE00BYTBXV33 Ordinary Shares | | 24,633,421 | | 2.37%"
Ordinary shares are a type of ownership stake in a company, giving shareholders a right to participate in the company’s profits and decision-making through voting. They are similar to owning a piece of a business, and their value can rise or fall based on the company's performance. Investors buy ordinary shares to potentially earn dividends and benefit from the company's growth over time.
full chain of controlled undertakings financial
"Full chain of controlled undertakings through which the voting rights..."
Regulation 17(1)(a) regulatory
"Financial Instruments according to Regulation 17(1)(a) of the Regulations"

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FAQ

What change in ownership does Ryanair (RYAAY) report from Capital Group?

Ryanair reports that The Capital Group Companies, Inc. increased its holding to 16.08% of total voting rights, up from 15.07%. This reflects a higher institutional stake, entirely via voting shares rather than financial instruments.

When did Capital Group cross the 16% voting rights threshold in Ryanair (RYAAY)?

Capital Group crossed the 16% voting rights threshold in Ryanair on 07 Jul 2026. Ryanair was notified on 08 Jul 2026, and the updated position is reported in this filing.

How many Ryanair voting rights does Capital Group now control?

Capital Group now controls 16.08% of Ryanair’s voting rights, corresponding to 167,062,813 voting rights. The issuer’s total voting rights are reported as 1,039,188,893 in this disclosure.

What securities make up Capital Group’s Ryanair (RYAAY) holdings?

Capital Group’s Ryanair position is split between 142,429,392 depository receipts and 24,633,421 ordinary shares. Together these instruments represent 167,062,813 voting rights, equivalent to 16.08% of Ryanair’s total voting rights.

Does Capital Group hold Ryanair exposure through financial instruments or only shares?

The notification shows 0.00% of voting rights through financial instruments. Capital Group’s 16.08% position in Ryanair is held entirely through shares, not through options, swaps, or similar derivative instruments.

Which Capital Group entity is the main holder of Ryanair voting rights?

The filing identifies Capital Research and Management Company as holding 16.08% of voting rights in Ryanair. It appears within a full chain of controlled undertakings headed by The Capital Group Companies, Inc.

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
 
 
 
Washington, D.C. 20549
 
 
FORM 6-K
 
 
Report of Foreign Private Issuer
 
 
Pursuant to Rule 13a-16 or 15d-16
of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
 
 
 
For the month of July 2026
 
RYANAIR HOLDINGS PLC
(Translation of registrant's name into English)
 
c/o Ryanair Ltd Corporate Head Office
Dublin Airport
County Dublin Ireland
(Address of principal executive offices)
 
 
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant files or will file annual
reports under cover Form 20-F or Form 40-F.
 
Form 20-F..X.. Form 40-F 
 
 
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant by furnishing the information
contained in this Form is also thereby furnishing the information to the
Commission pursuant to Rule 12g3-2(b) under the Securities Exchange
Act of 1934.
 
 
Yes   No ..X..
 
 
If "Yes" is marked, indicate below the file number assigned to the registrant
in connection with Rule 12g3-2(b): 82- ________
 
 
 
Standard Form TR-1
 
Standard form for notification of major holdings
 
NOTIFICATION OF MAJOR HOLDINGS (to be sent to the relevant issuer and to the Central Bank of Ireland)
 
 
1. Identity of the issuer or the underlying issuer of existing shares to which voting rights are attached: 
 
Ryanair Holdings PLC
 
2. Reason for the notification (please tick the appropriate box or boxes):
 
[X] An acquisition or disposal of voting rights
[ ] An acquisition or disposal of financial instruments
[ ] An event changing the breakdown of voting rights
[ ] Other (please specify):
 
3. Details of person subject to the notification obligation:
 
Name:
 
The Capital Group Companies, Inc.
 
City and country of registered office (if applicable):
 
Los Angeles, USA
4. Full name of shareholder(s) (if different from 3.):
 
See Box 10
 
5. Date on which the threshold was crossed or reached:
 
07 Jul 2026
 
6. Date on which issuer notified:
 
08 Jul 2026
 
7. Threshold(s) that is/are crossed or reached:
 
The Capital Group Companies, Inc. increased above 16.00% of total voting rights outstanding. Capital Research and Management Company increased above 16.00% of total voting rights outstanding.
 
 

8. Total positions of person(s) subject to the notification obligation:
 
 
% of voting rights attached to shares
(total of 9.A)
 
% of voting rights through financial instruments
(total of 9.B.1 + 9.B.2)
Total of both in % (9.A + 9.B)
Total number of voting rights of issuer
Resulting situation on the date on which threshold was crossed or reached
16.08%
0.00%
16.08%
1,039,188,893
 
Position of previous notification (if applicable)
15.07%
0.00%
15.07%
 
 
 
 
9. Notified details of the resulting situation on the date on which the threshold was crossed or reached:
 
A: Voting rights attached to shares
 
Class/type of shares ISIN code (if possible)
Number of voting rights
% of voting rights
 
Direct
Indirect
Direct
Indirect
 
US7835132033
Depository Receipt
 
 
142,429,392
 
13.71%
IE00BYTBXV33
Ordinary Shares
 
 
24,633,421
 
2.37%
 
 
 
 
 
 
SUBTOTAL A
167,062,813
16.08%
 
 

B 1: Financial Instruments according to Regulation 17(1)(a) of the Regulations
 
Type of financial instrument
Expiration date
Exercise/ Conversion Period
Number of voting rights that may be acquired if the instrument is exercised/converted
 
% of voting rights
N/A
 
 
 
 
 
 
SUBTOTAL B.1
 
 
 
 
 
B 2: Financial Instruments with similar economic effect according to Regulation 17(1)(b) of the Regulations
 
 
Type of financial instrument
Expiration date
Exercise/ Conversion Period
Physical or cash settlement
Number of voting rights
% of voting rights
 
N/A
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
SUBTOTAL B.2
 
 
 
 

10. Information in relation to the person subject to the notification obligation (please tick the applicable box):
 
[ ] Person subject to the notification obligation is not controlled by any natural person or legal entity and does not control any other undertaking(s) holding directly or indirectly an interest in the (underlying) issuer.
 
[X] Full chain of controlled undertakings through which the voting rights and/or the financial instruments are effectively held starting with the ultimate controlling natural person or legal entity:
 
Name
% of voting rights if it equals or is higher than the notifiable threshold
% of voting rights through financial instruments if it equals or is higher than the notifiable threshold
 
Total of both if it equals or is higher than the notifiable threshold
Capital Research and Management Company
16.08%
 
16.08%
Capital International, Inc.
 
 
 
Capital International Sarl
 
 
 
Capital International Limited
 
 
 
Capital Group Private Client Services, Inc.
 
 
 
American Funds Fundamental Investors (a mutual fund managed by Capital Research and Management Company)
3.65%
 
3.65%
Total
16.08%
 
16.08%
 
 
11. In case of proxy voting: [name of the proxy holder] will cease to hold [% and number] voting rights as of [date].
 
 
 
12. Additional information:
 
The Capital Group Companies, Inc. (”CGC”) is the parent company of Capital Research and Management Company (”CRMC”) and Capital Bank & Trust Company (”CB&T”). CRMC is a U.S.-based investment management company that serves as investment manager to the American Funds family of mutual funds, other pooled investment vehicles, as well as individual and institutional clients. CRMC and its investment manager affiliates manage equity assets for various investment companies through three divisions, Capital Research Global Investors, Capital International Investors and Capital World Investors. CRMC is the parent company of Capital Group International, Inc. (”CGII”), which in turn is the parent company of six investment management companies (”CGII management companies”): Capital International, Inc., Capital International Limited, Capital International Sàrl, Capital International K.K., Capital Group Private Client Services Inc, and Capital Group Investment Management Private Limited. CGII management companies primarily serve as investment managers to institutional and high net worth clients. CB&T is a U.S.-based registered investment adviser and an affiliated federally chartered bank.
 
Neither CGC nor any of its affiliate’s own shares of the Issuer for its own account. Rather, the shares reported on this Notification are owned by accounts under the discretionary investment management of one or more of the investment management companies described above.
 
 
 
Done at Los Angeles on 08 Jul 2026.
 
SIGNATURES
 
 
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, hereunto duly authorized.
 
 
RYANAIR HOLDINGS PLC
 
 
 
 
Date: 09 July, 2026
 
 
By:___/s/ Juliusz Komorek____
 
 
 
Juliusz Komorek
 
Company Secretary