Stifel Financial Corp ownership disclosure: AQR Capital Management, LLC and parent AQR Capital Management Holdings, LLC report beneficial ownership of 8,469,863 shares of Common Stock, representing 5.47% of the class. The filing lists shared voting power of 8,174,548 and shared dispositive power of 8,469,863.
The Schedule 13G identifies AQR Capital Management, LLC as a wholly owned subsidiary of AQR Capital Management Holdings, LLC and is signed by an authorized signatory on 05/14/2026.
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Large passive stake reported by AQR at 5.47% of Stifel.
AQR Capital Management and its parent report beneficial ownership of 8,469,863 shares (5.47%), with 8,174,548 shares of shared voting power and 8,469,863 shares of shared dispositive power as stated in the filing.
This filing is a disclosure of ownership; it does not state transaction intent or selling/ buying activity. Subsequent filings would show changes if AQR adjusts its position.
Key Figures
Beneficial ownership:8,469,863 sharesPercent of class:5.47%Shared voting power:8,174,548 shares
Percent of class5.47%Percent of common stock reported
Shared voting power8,174,548 sharesItem 4(ii) shared voting power reported
Key Terms
Schedule 13G, Beneficially owned, Shared Dispositive Power
3 terms
Schedule 13Gregulatory
"Item 1. (a) Name of issuer: STIFEL FINANCIAL CORP"
A Schedule 13G is a formal document that investors file with the government when they acquire a large ownership stake in a company, usually for investment purposes rather than control. It helps keep the public informed about who owns significant parts of a company's shares, which can influence how the company is managed and how investors make decisions. Filing this schedule is important for transparency and understanding the ownership landscape of publicly traded companies.
Beneficially owned describes securities or assets where a person has the economic rights and control—such as the right to receive dividends and to direct voting—even if legal title is held in another name. Think of it like having the keys and using a car that’s registered to someone else: you get the benefits and make decisions. Investors care because beneficial ownership reveals who truly controls value and voting power, affecting corporate decisions and takeover dynamics.
Shared Dispositive Powerregulatory
"Item 4. (iv) Shared power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: 8,469,863"
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SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
SCHEDULE 13G
UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
STIFEL FINANCIAL CORP
(Name of Issuer)
Common Stock, $0.15 par value per share
(Title of Class of Securities)
860630102
(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)
Rule 13d-1(d)
schemaVersion:
SCHEDULE 13G
CUSIP Number(s):
860630102
1
Names of Reporting Persons
AQR Capital Management, LLC
2
Check the appropriate box if a member of a Group (see instructions)
(a)
(b)
3
Sec Use Only
4
Citizenship or Place of Organization
UNITED STATES
Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:
5
Sole Voting Power
0.00
6
Shared Voting Power
8,174,548.00
7
Sole Dispositive Power
0.00
8
Shared Dispositive Power
8,469,863.00
9
Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person
8,469,863.00
10
Check box if the aggregate amount in row (9) excludes certain shares (See Instructions)
11
Percent of class represented by amount in row (9)
5.47 %
12
Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)
IA
SCHEDULE 13G
CUSIP Number(s):
860630102
1
Names of Reporting Persons
AQR Capital Management Holdings, LLC
2
Check the appropriate box if a member of a Group (see instructions)
(a)
(b)
3
Sec Use Only
4
Citizenship or Place of Organization
UNITED STATES
Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:
5
Sole Voting Power
0.00
6
Shared Voting Power
8,174,548.00
7
Sole Dispositive Power
0.00
8
Shared Dispositive Power
8,469,863.00
9
Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person
8,469,863.00
10
Check box if the aggregate amount in row (9) excludes certain shares (See Instructions)
11
Percent of class represented by amount in row (9)
5.47 %
12
Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)
HC
SCHEDULE 13G
Item 1.
(a)
Name of issuer:
STIFEL FINANCIAL CORP
(b)
Address of issuer's principal executive offices:
ATTN: JAMES G. LASCHOBER, 501 N. BROADWAY, ST. LOUIS, MISSOURI
63102-2102
Item 2.
(a)
Name of person filing:
AQR Capital Management, LLC
AQR Capital Management Holdings, LLC
(b)
Address or principal business office or, if none, residence:
ONE GREENWICH PLAZA
SUITE 130
Greenwich, Connecticut
06830
(c)
Citizenship:
AQR Capital Management, LLC - UNITED STATES
AQR Capital Management Holdings, LLC - UNITED STATES
(d)
Title of class of securities:
Common Stock, $0.15 par value per share
(e)
CUSIP Number(s):
860630102
Item 3.
If this statement is filed pursuant to §§ 240.13d-1(b) or 240.13d-2(b) or (c), check whether the person filing is a:
(a)
Broker or dealer registered under section 15 of the Act (15 U.S.C. 78o);
(b)
Bank as defined in section 3(a)(6) of the Act (15 U.S.C. 78c);
(c)
Insurance company as defined in section 3(a)(19) of the Act (15 U.S.C. 78c);
(d)
Investment company registered under section 8 of the Investment Company Act of 1940 (15 U.S.C. 80a-8);
(e)
An investment adviser in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(E);
(f)
An employee benefit plan or endowment fund in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(F);
(g)
A parent holding company or control person in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(G);
(h)
A savings associations as defined in Section 3(b) of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (12 U.S.C. 1813);
(i)
A church plan that is excluded from the definition of an investment company under section 3(c)(14) of the Investment Company Act of 1940 (15 U.S.C. 80a-3);
(j)
A non-U.S. institution in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(J). If filing as a non-U.S. institution in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(J),
please specify the type of institution:
(k)
Group, in accordance with Rule 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(K).
Item 4.
Ownership
(a)
Amount beneficially owned:
8,469,863
(b)
Percent of class:
5.47 %
(c)
Number of shares as to which the person has:
(i) Sole power to vote or to direct the vote:
AQR Capital Management, LLC - 0
AQR Capital Management Holdings, LLC - 0
(ii) Shared power to vote or to direct the vote:
AQR Capital Management, LLC - 8,174,548
AQR Capital Management Holdings, LLC - 8,174,548
(iii) Sole power to dispose or to direct the disposition of:
AQR Capital Management, LLC - 0
AQR Capital Management Holdings, LLC - 0
(iv) Shared power to dispose or to direct the disposition of:
AQR Capital Management, LLC - 8,469,863
AQR Capital Management Holdings, LLC - 8,469,863
Item 5.
Ownership of 5 Percent or Less of a Class.
Not Applicable
Item 6.
Ownership of more than 5 Percent on Behalf of Another Person.
Not Applicable
Item 7.
Identification and Classification of the Subsidiary Which Acquired the Security Being Reported on by the Parent Holding Company or Control Person.
If a parent holding company has filed this schedule, pursuant to Rule 13d-1(b)(ii)(G), so indicate under Item 3(g) and attach an exhibit stating the identity and the Item 3 classification of the relevant subsidiary. If a parent holding company has filed this schedule pursuant to Rule 13d-1(c) or Rule 13d-1(d), attach an exhibit stating the identification of the relevant subsidiary.
See Item 2(a) above.
Item 8.
Identification and Classification of Members of the Group.
Not Applicable
Item 9.
Notice of Dissolution of Group.
Not Applicable
Item 10.
Certifications:
By signing below I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, the securities referred to above were acquired and are held in the ordinary course of business and were not acquired and are not held for the purpose of or with the effect of changing or influencing the control of the issuer of the securities and were not acquired and are not held in connection with or as a participant in any transaction having that purpose or effect, other than activities solely in connection with a nomination under ?? 240.14a-11.
SIGNATURE
After reasonable inquiry and to the best of my knowledge and belief, I certify that the information set forth in this statement is true, complete and correct.
AQR Capital Management, LLC
Signature:
Henry Parkin
Name/Title:
Authorized Signatory
Date:
05/14/2026
AQR Capital Management Holdings, LLC
Signature:
Henry Parkin
Name/Title:
Authorized Signatory
Date:
05/14/2026
Exhibit Information
AQR Capital Management Holdings, LLC and AQR Capital Management, LLC hereby agree that this Schedule 13G is filed on behalf of each of the parties. AQR Capital Management, LLC is a wholly owned subsidiary of AQR Capital Management Holdings, LLC.
What stake does AQR report in STIFEL FINANCIAL CORP (SF)?
AQR reports beneficial ownership of 8,469,863 shares, equal to 5.47% of common stock. The filing lists shared voting power of 8,174,548 and shared dispositive power of 8,469,863, per the Schedule 13G.
Does the Schedule 13G indicate whether AQR is an active or passive investor in SF?
The Schedule 13G itself discloses ownership but does not label trading intent. It identifies AQR as holder of 8,469,863 shares (5.47%). The filing type suggests reporting of passive or non-control holdings rather than an active acquisition plan.
Who filed the Schedule 13G for Stifel (SF) on behalf of AQR?
The filing was submitted by AQR Capital Management, LLC and AQR Capital Management Holdings, LLC. It states AQR Capital Management, LLC is a wholly owned subsidiary of the holding company and is signed by an authorized signatory on 05/14/2026.
What voting and dispositive powers are reported by AQR for SF shares?
The filing reports 0 sole voting and dispositive power, 8,174,548 shared voting power, and 8,469,863 shared dispositive power. These figures are presented under Item 4 of the Schedule 13G ownership disclosure.
Does this Schedule 13G change Stifel's outstanding shares or governance?
This Schedule 13G reports AQR's ownership of 8,469,863 shares (5.47%). It is a disclosure of holdings and does not by itself change outstanding share counts or corporate governance arrangements.
