Morgan Stanley (SPHR) discloses 8.3% beneficial stake in Sphere Entertainment Co.

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Morgan Stanley and its subsidiary Morgan Stanley Capital Services LLC report beneficial ownership of Sphere Entertainment Co. Class A Common Stock on an amended Schedule 13G. Morgan Stanley shows 2,410,126 shares beneficially owned, representing 8.3% of the Class A common stock, with 2,302,308 shares having shared voting power and all 2,410,126 shares having shared dispositive power. Morgan Stanley Capital Services LLC reports 2,252,618 shares beneficially owned, with shared voting and dispositive power over the same amount, representing 7.8% of the class.

The filing notes that it reflects securities beneficially owned, or deemed to be beneficially owned, by certain operating units of Morgan Stanley and its affiliates, and excludes units whose ownership is disaggregated under SEC Release No. 34-39538. The report is signed by an authorized signatory for both entities.

Key Figures

Morgan Stanley beneficial ownership: 2,410,126 shares Morgan Stanley shared voting power: 2,302,308 shares Morgan Stanley Capital Services ownership: 2,252,618 shares +2 more

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Morgan Stanley beneficial ownership 2,410,126 shares Class A Common Stock of Sphere Entertainment Co.; 8.3% of the class

Morgan Stanley shared voting power 2,302,308 shares Shares with shared power to vote or direct the vote

Morgan Stanley Capital Services ownership 2,252,618 shares Beneficial ownership of Class A Common Stock; 7.8% of the class

Morgan Stanley percent of class 8.3% Percent of Sphere Entertainment Co. Class A Common Stock reported as beneficially owned

MS Capital Services percent of class 7.8% Percent of Sphere Entertainment Co. Class A Common Stock beneficially owned

Key Terms

beneficially owned, shared voting power, shared dispositive power, parent holding company, +1 more

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beneficially owned financial

"this filing reflects the securities beneficially owned, or that may be deemed to be beneficially owned"

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

"6 | Shared Voting Power 2,302,308.00"

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.

shared dispositive power financial

"8 | Shared Dispositive Power 2,410,126.00"

parent holding company financial

"Identification and Classification of the Subsidiary Which Acquired the Security Being Reported on by the Parent Holding Company"

Release No. 34-39538 regulatory

"In Accordance with the Release No. 34-39538 (January 12, 1998)"

FAQ

What percentage of Sphere Entertainment (SPHR) does Morgan Stanley report owning?

Morgan Stanley reports beneficial ownership of 8.3% of Sphere Entertainment Co. Class A Common Stock, corresponding to 2,410,126 shares with shared dispositive power and 2,302,308 shares with shared voting power.

How many SPHR shares does Morgan Stanley Capital Services LLC beneficially own?

Morgan Stanley Capital Services LLC reports beneficial ownership of 2,252,618 Sphere Entertainment Co. Class A Common Stock shares, with shared voting power and shared dispositive power over the same 2,252,618 shares, representing 7.8% of the class.

What type of filing did Morgan Stanley submit regarding Sphere Entertainment (SPHR)?

Morgan Stanley and Morgan Stanley Capital Services LLC submitted an amended Schedule 13G reporting beneficial ownership of Sphere Entertainment Co. Class A Common Stock, including share counts, percentages of class, and details on voting and dispositive powers.

Does Morgan Stanley have sole voting or dispositive power over Sphere Entertainment (SPHR) shares?

Morgan Stanley reports 0 shares with sole voting or sole dispositive power. It reports 2,302,308 shares with shared voting power and 2,410,126 shares with shared dispositive power over Sphere Entertainment Co. Class A Common Stock.

Which entities are included in the Sphere Entertainment (SPHR) Schedule 13G/A filing?

The filing names Morgan Stanley and Morgan Stanley Capital Services LLC, both organized in Delaware, as reporting persons for beneficial ownership of Sphere Entertainment Co. Class A Common Stock, with their principal business offices at 1585 Broadway, New York, NY 10036.

What clarification does Morgan Stanley provide about which units are included in its SPHR holdings report?

Morgan Stanley states the report reflects securities beneficially owned, or deemed beneficially owned, by certain MS Reporting Units, and excludes operating units whose ownership is disaggregated under SEC Release No. 34-39538.

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SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

SCHEDULE 13G

UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

(Amendment No. 2)

Sphere Entertainment Co.

(Name of Issuer)

Class A Common Stock

(Title of Class of Securities)

55826T102

(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)

Rule 13d-1(d)

schemaVersion:

SCHEDULE 13G

CUSIP Number(s): 55826T102

1

Names of Reporting Persons

Morgan Stanley

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

DELAWARE

Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:

5	Sole Voting Power 0.00
6	Shared Voting Power 2,302,308.00
7	Sole Dispositive Power 0.00
8	Shared Dispositive Power 2,410,126.00

9

Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person

2,410,126.00

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)

8.3 %

12

Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)

HC, CO

SCHEDULE 13G

CUSIP Number(s): 55826T102

1

Names of Reporting Persons

Morgan Stanley Capital Services 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

DELAWARE

Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:

5	Sole Voting Power 0.00
6	Shared Voting Power 2,252,618.00
7	Sole Dispositive Power 0.00
8	Shared Dispositive Power 2,252,618.00

9

Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person

2,252,618.00

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)

7.8 %

12

Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)

BD, CO

SCHEDULE 13G

Item 1.
(a)	Name of issuer: Sphere Entertainment Co.
(b)	Address of issuer's principal executive offices: TWO PENNSYLVANIA PLAZA, NEW YORK, NY, 10121
Item 2.
(a)	Name of person filing: 1: Morgan Stanley 2: Morgan Stanley Capital Services LLC
(b)	Address or principal business office or, if none, residence: 1: 1585 Broadway, New York, NY 10036 ;2: 1585 Broadway, New York, NY 10036
(c)	Citizenship: 1: Delaware 2: Delaware
(d)	Title of class of securities: Class A Common Stock
(e)	CUSIP No.: 55826T102
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: See the response(s) to Item 9 on the attached cover page(s).
(b)	Percent of class: 8.3 %
(c)	Number of shares as to which the person has:
	(i) Sole power to vote or to direct the vote: See the response(s) to Item 5 on the attached cover page(s).
	(ii) Shared power to vote or to direct the vote: See the response(s) to Item 6 on the attached cover page(s).
	(iii) Sole power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: See the response(s) to Item 7 on the attached cover page(s).
	(iv) Shared power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: See the response(s) to Item 8 on the attached cover page(s).
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 Exhibit 99.2
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. * In Accordance with the Securities and Exchange Commission Release No. 34-39538 (January 12, 1998) (the "Release"), this filing reflects the securities beneficially owned, or that may be deemed to be beneficially owned, by certain operating units (collectively, the "MS Reporting Units") of Morgan Stanley and its subsidiaries and affiliates (collectively, "MS"). This filing does not reflect securities, if any, beneficially owned by any operating units of MS whose ownership of securities is disaggregated from that of the MS Reporting Units in accordance with the Release.

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.

Morgan Stanley

Signature:	Claire Gordon
Name/Title:	Authorized Signatory, Morgan Stanley
Date:	08/12/2026

Morgan Stanley Capital Services LLC

Signature:	Claire Gordon
Name/Title:	Authorized Signatory, Morgan Stanley Capital Services LLC
Date:	08/12/2026

Exhibit Information

EXHIBIT NO. EXHIBITS ------------------ ------------------------------------ 99.1 Joint Filing Agreement 99.2 Item 7 Information * Attention. Intentional misstatements or omissions of fact constitute federal criminal violations (see 18 U.S.C. 1001).