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[SCHEDULE 13D/A] Victoria's Secret & Co. Amended Major Shareholder Report

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SCHEDULE 13D/A

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Victoria's Secret & Co. faces an activist campaign from a 13% shareholder group led by Brett Blundy. The BBFIT/BBRC/BB Family International Trust group reports beneficial ownership of about 10.3 million shares, or 13.0% of the common stock, based on 79.4 million shares outstanding as of April 15, 2026.

On May 4, 2026, the group filed a preliminary proxy statement and GOLD proxy card urging stockholders to vote "AGAINST" the reelection of board chair Donna James and director Mariam Naficy at the 2026 annual meeting. In an accompanying press release and open letter, they state that Victoria's Secret has materially underperformed relevant benchmarks and criticize what they view as weak board oversight, citing approximately $1.2 billion spent on share repurchases and acquisitions, including the Adore Me deal, and governance moves such as adopting a stockholder rights plan without stockholder approval.

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13% holder launches targeted "vote against" campaign at Victoria's Secret board.

The filing shows a coordinated investor group led by Brett Blundy holding about 13.0% of Victoria's Secret & Co. common stock. With roughly 10.3 million shares, they are described as the issuer's second-largest stockholder, giving their views significant weight in board elections.

The group has filed a preliminary proxy statement and GOLD proxy card to solicit votes against two directors at the 2026 annual meeting. Their letter cites financial underperformance versus the S&P 500 Consumer Discretionary Distribution & Retail Index and points to about $1.2 billion of capital deployed to share repurchases and acquisitions, including Adore Me, which they characterize as having limited demonstrable return.

They also object to governance choices such as adopting a stockholder rights plan without stockholder approval and not appointing a stockholder representative, while emphasizing they are not currently seeking board seats themselves. The eventual shareholder vote at the 2026 annual meeting will indicate how much support this campaign commands among other investors.

Beneficial ownership 10,310,631 shares Common Stock beneficially owned by reporting persons
Ownership percentage 13.0% Percent of Victoria's Secret common stock class represented
Shares outstanding 79,425,668 shares Common Stock outstanding as of April 15, 2026
Capital allocation cited $1.2 billion Capital deployed to share repurchases and acquisitions highlighted by reporting persons
preliminary proxy statement regulatory
"On May 4, 2026, the Reporting Persons filed a preliminary proxy statement and accompanying GOLD proxy card"
A preliminary proxy statement is an advance draft of the information a company will send shareholders before a vote, outlining items like board elections, mergers, executive pay, and shareholder proposals. It matters to investors because it lays out what will be decided, management’s recommendations, and key facts that can affect a company’s direction and stock value — like receiving the agenda and background packet before a town-hall vote.
GOLD proxy card regulatory
"filed a preliminary proxy statement and accompanying GOLD proxy card with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission"
stockholder rights plan financial
"including the Board's adoption of a stockholder rights plan without stockholder approval"
A stockholder rights plan is a strategy used by a company to protect itself from unwanted takeovers by making it more difficult or expensive for an outside party to acquire a large ownership stake without approval. It often involves granting existing shareholders special rights that activate if someone attempts to buy a significant portion of the company, helping to safeguard the company's interests and giving investors confidence that decisions are made with stability in mind.
beneficially own financial
"the Reporting Persons beneficially own approximately 13.0% of the outstanding Common Stock"
Beneficially own means having the economic rights and risks of a security—such as the right to receive dividends, sell the shares, or profit from price changes—whether or not your name appears on the official share register. Think of it like renting a car: you use it and reap the benefits even if the title lists someone else. Investors care because beneficial ownership determines who truly controls value, must be disclosed under securities rules, and can signal potential influence or trading activity that affects a stock’s price.
Schedule 14A regulatory
"as reported in the Issuer's Proxy Statement on Schedule 14A, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission"
Schedule 14A is a document that companies file with regulators to share important information with shareholders before a big vote, like approving a merger or election of directors. It matters because it helps investors understand what’s happening so they can make informed decisions about the company’s future.
Schedule 13D regulatory
"This Amendment No. 5 to (this "Amendment No. 5") amends and supplements the filed on February 1, 2024"
A Schedule 13D is a legal document that investors file with regulators when they buy a large enough stake in a company to potentially influence its management or decisions. It provides details about the investor’s intention, ownership stake, and plans, helping other investors understand who is gaining control and what their motives might be.
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926400102

(CUSIP Number)
BRETT BLUNDY
BBRC INTERNATIONAL PTE LIMITED, 3 Phillip St #09-05 Royal Group Building
Singapore, U0, 048693
61 2 9285 6700


Richard Brand
Michelle Rutta White & Case LLP, 1221 Avenue of the Americas
New York, NY, 10020
(212) 819-8200

(Name, Address and Telephone Number of Person Authorized to Receive Notices and Communications)
05/04/2026

(Date of Event Which Requires Filing of This Statement)


If the filing person has previously filed a statement on Schedule 13G to report the acquisition that is the subject of this Schedule 13D, and is filing this schedule because of §§ 240.13d-1(e), 240.13d-1(f) or 240.13d-1(g), check the following box.

The information required on the remainder of this cover page shall not be deemed to be "filed" for the purpose of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 ("Act") or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section of the Act but shall be subject to all other provisions of the Act (however, see the Notes).




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BBFIT INVESTMENTS PTE LTD
Signature:BBFIT INVESTMENTS PTE LTD
Name/Title:Brett Blundy, Director
Date:05/04/2026
THE BB FAMILY INTERNATIONAL TRUST
Signature:THE BB FAMILY INTERNATIONAL TRUST
Name/Title:Brett Blundy, Director
Date:05/04/2026
BBRC INTERNATIONAL PTE LTD
Signature:BBRC INTERNATIONAL PTE LTD
Name/Title:Brett Blundy, Director
Date:05/04/2026
BRETT BLUNDY
Signature:BRETT BLUNDY
Name/Title:Brett Blundy
Date:05/04/2026