Truist Financial (TFC) discloses 32.23% stake in Sterling Capital Funds ETF

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Truist Financial Corporation reports beneficial ownership of 429,680.70 shares of Sterling Capital Funds, representing 32.23% of the class. The filing breaks voting and dispositive powers into 346,432.03 shares with sole voting power and 429,290.98 shares with sole dispositive power. The statement is signed by an Assistant Vice President on 04/07/2026.

Insights

Governance Analyst

Truist reports a large, disclosed passive stake in an ETF with detailed voting/dispositive splits.

Truist Financial Corporation files a Schedule 13G showing beneficial ownership of 429,680.70 shares, equal to 32.23% of the Exchange Traded Fund (CUSIP 85917K447). The filing itemizes voting and dispositive powers, indicating substantial control metrics.

The ownership split—346,432.03 sole voting and 429,290.98 sole dispositive power—suggests fiduciary and advisory roles across affiliated entities. Subsequent filings may clarify any changes to voting arrangements or dispositions.

Key Figures

Beneficial ownership: 429,680.70 shares Percent of class: 32.23% Sole voting power: 346,432.03 shares +4 more

7 metrics

Beneficial ownership 429,680.70 shares Amount beneficially owned reported on Schedule 13G

Percent of class 32.23% Percent of class reported on Schedule 13G

Sole voting power 346,432.03 shares Sole power to vote or to direct the vote

Shared voting power 18,530.66 shares Shared power to vote or to direct the vote

Sole dispositive power 429,290.98 shares Sole power to dispose or to direct the disposition

Shared dispositive power 389.72 shares Shared power to dispose or to direct the disposition

Signature date 04/07/2026 Filing signed by Assistant Vice President

Key Terms

Schedule 13G, Beneficially owned, Dispositive power, CUSIP

4 terms

Schedule 13G regulatory

"Item 2. | (a) | Name of person filing: Truist Financial Corporation"

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 regulatory

"Item 4. | Ownership (a) | Amount beneficially owned: 429,680.70"

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.

Dispositive power regulatory

"(iii) Sole power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: 429,290.98"

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.

CUSIP financial

"(d) | CUSIP Number(s): 85917K447"

A CUSIP is a nine-character alphanumeric code that uniquely identifies a U.S. or Canadian financial security—such as a stock, bond, or fund share—like a Social Security number for an investment. It matters to investors because brokers, exchanges and record-keepers use the CUSIP to match trades, track ownership, settle transactions and pull accurate records, reducing errors and ensuring money and securities go to the right place.

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Accepted by SEC EDGAR 04/07/2026 - 09:45 AM Learn about SEC filing dates

FAQ

What stake does Truist (TFC) report in Sterling Capital Funds?

Truist reports beneficial ownership of 429,680.70 shares, equal to 32.23% of the class. The filing shows voting and dispositive power breakdowns across affiliated Truist entities, filed on 04/07/2026.

How much sole voting power does Truist hold in the ETF?

Truist reports 346,432.03 shares with sole power to vote or direct the vote. The Schedule 13G also lists shared voting power of 18,530.66 shares among affiliated fiduciary roles.

What dispositive powers are disclosed in the Schedule 13G?

The filing lists 429,290.98 shares with sole power to dispose and 389.72 shares with shared dispositive power. These figures reflect control over disposition decisions reported by Truist.

Who signed the Schedule 13G for Truist and when?

The Schedule 13G was signed by Caroline D. Hoang, Assistant Vice President on 04/07/2026. The signature certifies the ownership and power figures disclosed in the filing.

Which CUSIP and class are referenced in the filing?

The filing references CUSIP 85917K447 for the security class titled Exchange Traded Fund issued by Sterling Capital Funds, with the issuer's principal office in Raleigh, North Carolina.

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

SCHEDULE 13G

UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

STERLING CAPITAL FUNDS

(Name of Issuer)

Exchange Traded Fund

(Title of Class of Securities)

85917K447

(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): 85917K447

1

Names of Reporting Persons

TRUIST FINANCIAL CORP

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

NORTH CAROLINA

Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:

5	Sole Voting Power 346,432.03
6	Shared Voting Power 18,530.66
7	Sole Dispositive Power 429,290.98
8	Shared Dispositive Power 389.72

9

Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person

429,680.70

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)

32.2 %

12

Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)

IA, HC, BK

SCHEDULE 13G

Item 1.
(a)	Name of issuer: STERLING CAPITAL FUNDS
(b)	Address of issuer's principal executive offices: 434 FAYETTEVILLE ST, SUITE 500, RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA, 27601.
Item 2.
(a)	Name of person filing: Truist Financial Corporation as Parent Holding Company for Truist Advisory Services, Inc. an affiliated Registered Investment Advisor and Truist Bank in various fiduciary capacities
(b)	Address or principal business office or, if none, residence: 214 North Tryon Street Charlotte, NC 28202
(c)	Citizenship: Truist Financial Corporation is a North Carolina Corporation; Truist Advisory Services, Inc. is a Delaware Corporation; Truist Bank is North Carolina Commercial Banking Association
(d)	Title of class of securities: Exchange Traded Fund
(e)	CUSIP Number(s): 85917K447
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: 429,680.70
(b)	Percent of class: 32.23 %
(c)	Number of shares as to which the person has:
	(i) Sole power to vote or to direct the vote: 346,432.03
	(ii) Shared power to vote or to direct the vote: 18,530.66
	(iii) Sole power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: 429,290.98
	(iv) Shared power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: 389.72
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.
	Not Applicable
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.

TRUIST FINANCIAL CORP

Signature:	Caroline D. Hoang
Name/Title:	Assistant Vice President
Date:	04/07/2026