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MFS reports 4.7% stake in Ryanair (OTC: RYAAY) in Schedule 13G/A

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SCHEDULE 13G/A

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Massachusetts Financial Services Company filed Amendment No. 1 to a Schedule 13G/A reporting beneficial ownership in Ryanair Holdings plc. The filing states 49,549,637 shares of Common Stock, equal to 4.7% of the class as of 03/31/2026. The filer reports 45,892,845 shares of sole voting power and 49,549,637 shares of sole dispositive power. The filing is signed by the Compliance Director on 05/14/2026.

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MFS reports a 4.7% stake in Ryanair as an institutional holder.

MFS lists 49,549,637 shares beneficially owned as of 03/31/2026, with sole dispositive power over that position. This indicates control of voting decisions and disposition for the reported shares held in its investment portfolio.

Disclosure suggests passive institutional ownership reporting under Schedule 13G/A; subsequent filings would show any material changes in position or intent.

Voting and dispositive powers are specified separately, showing governance influence.

The filing shows 45,892,845 shares with sole voting power and 49,549,637 shares with sole dispositive power as of 03/31/2026. Those figures identify who can vote and who can sell the shares.

These mechanics are relevant for proxy voting and potential engagement; any change in voting or disposition authority would appear in later amendments.

Beneficial ownership 49,549,637 shares Common Stock as of 03/31/2026
Percent of class 4.7% Percent of Common Stock as of 03/31/2026
Sole voting power 45,892,845 shares Number of shares MFS has sole voting power over
Sole dispositive power 49,549,637 shares Number of shares MFS has sole dispositive power over
Signature date 05/14/2026 Amendment signed by Compliance Director
Schedule 13G/A regulatory
"Amendment No. 1 to Schedule 13G/A reporting beneficial ownership"
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.
Beneficial ownership financial
"Amount beneficially owned: 49,549,637 shares of Common Stock"
Beneficial ownership means the person or entity that actually enjoys the benefits of owning shares or other assets — such as receiving dividends, voting rights, or price gains — even if the legal title is held in another name. For investors it matters because knowing who truly controls and profits from a company reveals who can influence decisions, exposes potential conflicts of interest or hidden concentration of power, and affects transparency and risk in the stock.
Sole dispositive power financial
"Sole power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: 49,549,637"
Sole dispositive power is the exclusive legal authority to decide what happens to a security — for example, whether to sell, transfer, or retain shares — without needing anyone else’s permission. Investors care because it signals who truly controls the economic outcome of an investment: like holding the only key to a safe, the holder can realize gains or losses and may trigger regulatory reporting, insider rules, or influence over corporate ownership.
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783513203

(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)
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SCHEDULE 13G





SCHEDULE 13G



Massachusetts Financial Services Company
Signature:Deepu Pylee
Name/Title:Compliance Director
Date:05/14/2026

FAQ

What stake does MFS hold in Ryanair (RYAAY)?

MFS reports beneficial ownership of 49,549,637 shares, representing 4.7% of the class as of 03/31/2026. The filing lists both voting and dispositive power counts for that position.

Who has voting authority for the shares MFS reports?

The filing states MFS has sole voting power for 45,892,845 shares. That number represents the shares for which MFS alone may direct voting decisions as reported in the amendment.

Does MFS control the sale of the reported Ryanair shares?

Yes; the amendment reports MFS has sole dispositive power over 49,549,637 shares, indicating it can direct the disposition of those shares as of the reported date.

What dates are associated with this Schedule 13G/A amendment?

The filing lists the ownership snapshot as of 03/31/2026 and is signed by the Compliance Director on 05/14/2026, reflecting the amendment execution date.

What does Schedule 13G/A mean for investors reading this filing?

Schedule 13G/A is an institutional beneficial ownership disclosure; it reports that MFS holds 49,549,637 shares (4.7%) as of 03/31/2026. It does not itself indicate plans to buy or sell shares.