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First Trust group (NYSE: SNA) discloses 5.17% beneficial stake in Snap-on

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SCHEDULE 13G

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Snap-on Incorporated is reported to have 5.17% of its common stock beneficially owned by First Trust Portfolios L.P., First Trust Advisors L.P. and The Charger Corporation in a joint Schedule 13G filing. These entities report beneficial ownership of 2,676,114 common shares of Snap-on.

They have shared power to vote 2,265,841 shares and shared power to dispose of 2,676,114 shares, with no sole voting or dispositive power. Much of the position is held through unit investment trusts sponsored by First Trust Portfolios L.P., and the shares are generally voted by the trustee to mirror outside shareholders. The reporting entities state that they disclaim beneficial ownership of the shares identified.

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Beneficially owned shares 2,676,114 shares Common shares of Snap-on beneficially owned by the reporting group
Percent of class 5.17% Portion of Snap-on common stock class reported as beneficially owned
Shared voting power 2,265,841 shares Shares over which the reporting persons have shared power to vote
Shared dispositive power 2,676,114 shares Shares over which the reporting persons have shared power to dispose
Sole voting power 0 shares Shares over which the reporting persons have sole voting authority
Sole dispositive power 0 shares Shares over which the reporting persons have sole dispositive authority
Individual UIT issuer limit 3% No individual unit investment trust holds more than 3% of any registered investment company issuer’s shares
beneficially owned financial
"Amount beneficially owned: 2,676,114"
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 voting power financial
"Shared power to vote or to direct the vote: 2,265,841"
Shared voting power occurs when two or more parties jointly have the right to vote or decide how a block of company shares is cast, like co-owners who must agree before moving a piece of furniture. Investors care because who controls voting rights affects board elections, major corporate decisions and takeover outcomes, and shared control can alter regulatory disclosures and the practical influence any holder has over a company’s direction and value.
dispositive power financial
"Shared power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: 2,676,114"
Dispositive power is the authority to decide the final outcome of an asset, legal claim, contract, or corporate action — in effect the power to dispose of or resolve something. For investors it matters because whoever holds that authority can determine who gets paid, who controls an asset or vote, and how risks and returns are allocated; think of it like holding the key that lets you lock in the winner or loser in a deal.
unit investment trusts financial
"acts as sponsor of certain unit investment trusts which hold shares"
A unit investment trust (UIT) is a pooled investment that sells investors fixed “units” representing a pre-selected, unchanging bundle of stocks, bonds or other securities held for a set period. Think of it like buying a pre-packed grocery basket that won’t be rearranged — you know exactly what you own and roughly when it will end. UITs matter to investors because they offer predictable holdings and income patterns, lower active management, and clear tax and fee implications compared with regularly traded funds.
Rule 13d-1(k)(1) regulatory
"jointly filed by ... pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1)"
Rule 12d1-4 regulatory
"Subject to the requirements of Rule 12d1-4 under the Investment Company Act"

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FAQ

What stake in Snap-on Incorporated (SNA) do the First Trust entities report?

The First Trust entities report beneficial ownership of 2,676,114 Snap-on common shares, representing 5.17% of the outstanding class. This makes them a significant institutional holder under beneficial ownership reporting rules.

Who are the reporting persons in the Snap-on (SNA) Schedule 13G?

The Schedule 13G lists First Trust Portfolios L.P., First Trust Advisors L.P., and The Charger Corporation as joint reporting persons. The Charger Corporation is the general partner of both limited partnerships.

How many Snap-on (SNA) shares do the First Trust entities control for voting?

They report no sole voting power and shared voting power over 2,265,841 shares. Voting for unit investment trust holdings is carried out by the trustee, generally in proportion to how non-trust shareholders vote.

What dispositive power do the First Trust entities have over Snap-on (SNA) shares?

They report shared dispositive power over 2,676,114 shares and no sole dispositive power. This figure matches the total number of Snap-on shares they report as beneficially owned on the Schedule 13G.

How are Snap-on (SNA) shares held by First Trust Portfolios’ unit investment trusts treated?

Many shares are held by unit investment trusts sponsored by First Trust Portfolios L.P.. These trusts’ shares are generally voted by the trustee to mirror outside shareholders, and no individual trust holds more than 3% of any registered investment company issuer’s shares.

Do the First Trust entities claim full beneficial ownership of their Snap-on (SNA) position?

No. First Trust Portfolios L.P., First Trust Advisors L.P. and The Charger Corporation each disclaim beneficial ownership of the Snap-on shares referenced, despite reporting them for Schedule 13G purposes.





833034101

(CUSIP Number)
06/30/2026

(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



First Trust Portfolios L.P.
Signature:/s/ James M. Dykas
Name/Title:James M. Dykas, Chief Financial Officer
Date:07/27/2026
First Trust Advisors L.P.
Signature:/s/ James M. Dykas
Name/Title:James M. Dykas, Chief Financial Officer
Date:07/27/2026
The Charger Corporation
Signature:/s/ James M. Dykas
Name/Title:James M. Dykas, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer
Date:07/27/2026
Exhibit Information

Please see Exhibit 99.1 for Joint Filing Agreement