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Xerox holder Bostl reveals 7.34% stake, $23M cost

Czech investor STARTEEPO SICAV and Frantisek Bostl disclose a 7.34% stake in Xerox and call for a strategic review of Xerox Financial Services.

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SCHEDULE 13D/A

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Xerox Holdings Corp (XRX) is the subject of this Amendment No. 3 to a Schedule 13D filed by STARTEEPO SICAV a.s. and Frantisek Bostl, updating their ownership and intentions. The Fund reports beneficial ownership of 8,000,000 shares of common stock, or 6.09% of outstanding shares. Mr. Bostl reports beneficial ownership of 9,640,000 shares, or 7.34%, including 1,500,000 shares held directly and 140,000 shares underlying call options, plus the Fund’s 8,000,000 shares. The reporting persons state they purchased their position for an aggregate $23.15 million and believe Xerox stock is undervalued. On September 7, 2026, they sent an open letter to Xerox’s Board urging more detailed disclosure and a formal strategic review of Xerox Financial Services, including alternatives such as a joint venture, capital partnership, partial monetization, or sale.

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Filing Explained

The filing leaves the holders’ next steps open: it reports no committed acquisition, sale, derivative transaction, or other strategic action.

The September 8 amendment reports that Frantisek Bostl has sole voting and dispositive power over 1,640,000 securities, consisting of 1,500,000 common shares and 140,000 shares underlying call options, while he and the Fund report shared power over 8,000,000 Fund shares.

This means the filing gives Bostl disclosed control over the directly held position and shared voting and disposition power over the Fund position; he disclaims beneficial ownership of the Fund shares except to the extent of his direct pecuniary interest.

The reporting persons may discuss Xerox's business and may acquire, sell, or enter into derivative transactions, but state that they have not determined which, if any, of those actions to take.

Fund beneficial ownership 8,000,000 shares Shares of Xerox common stock beneficially owned by STARTEEPO SICAV a.s.
Fund ownership percentage 6.09% Portion of Xerox common stock class represented by the Fund’s 8,000,000 shares
Bostl aggregate beneficial ownership 9,640,000 shares Total Xerox shares beneficially owned by Frantisek Bostl, including Fund holdings
Bostl ownership percentage 7.34% Portion of Xerox common stock class represented by Bostl’s aggregate holdings
Shares outstanding 131,314,511 shares Xerox common shares outstanding as of July 31, 2026, used for percentage calculations
Aggregate purchase price $23,154,307 Total cost of Xerox common shares and call options acquired by the reporting persons
Common stock purchase cost $22,962,307 Amount paid for Xerox common shares by the reporting persons
Call option premiums $192,000 Premiums paid by Frantisek Bostl for call options on Xerox shares
beneficial owner financial
"percentage of the shares of Common Stock beneficially owned by each of the Reporting Persons"
A beneficial owner is the person who ultimately owns or controls a financial asset or property, even if their name isn't directly on official documents. Think of it like someone who secretly holds the keys to a safe deposit box—others may appear to have access, but the true owner is the one who benefits from what's inside. Identifying beneficial owners helps ensure transparency and prevent illegal activities like money laundering or fraud.
dispositive power financial
"sole or shared power to dispose of or to direct the disposition of"
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.
Schedule 13D regulatory
"to the is being filed by (i) STARTEEPO SICAV a.s. ... to amend the filed"
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.
call options financial
"140,000 shares of Common Stock underlying call options, as described in Item 6"
A call option is a contract that gives its buyer the right, but not the obligation, to buy a specific number of shares at a predetermined price within a set time. Think of it like a refundable reservation to purchase a stock later at today’s agreed price: investors use calls to profit from expected price rises with smaller upfront cost than buying the stock outright, or to hedge and manage exposure, while the most they can lose is the amount paid for the contract.
Joint Filing Agreement regulatory
"The Reporting Persons have entered into a Joint Filing Agreement dated as of September 8, 2026"
strategic review financial
"to engage financial advisors to conduct a formal strategic review of XFS"
A strategic review is a thorough examination of a company's goals, operations, and plans to determine the best way to move forward. It helps identify strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities, guiding decisions on future actions. For investors, it provides insight into how a company plans to improve performance or adapt to changes, which can influence its long-term prospects.

FAQ

How much of Xerox (XRX) does STARTEEPO SICAV a.s. own according to this filing?

STARTEEPO SICAV a.s. reports beneficial ownership of 8,000,000 Xerox common shares, representing 6.09% of the outstanding common stock, based on 131,314,511 shares outstanding as of July 31, 2026.

What is Frantisek Bostl’s total reported stake in Xerox (XRX)?

Frantisek Bostl reports beneficial ownership of 9,640,000 Xerox shares, or 7.34% of the common stock. This includes 1,500,000 shares held directly, 140,000 shares underlying call options, and 8,000,000 shares held by the Fund that he may be deemed to beneficially own.

How much did the reporting persons pay for their Xerox (XRX) position?

The reporting persons state they purchased their Xerox securities for an aggregate $23,154,307, including $22,962,307 for common shares and $192,000 in call option premiums, funded by the Fund’s working capital and Mr. Bostl’s personal funds.

What actions are STARTEEPO and Frantisek Bostl urging Xerox (XRX) to take?

They sent a September 7, 2026 open letter urging Xerox’s Board to provide more detailed financial reporting on Xerox Financial Services (XFS) and to engage financial advisors to conduct a formal strategic review of XFS, evaluating alternatives including a joint venture, capital partnership, partial monetization, or sale.

Can STARTEEPO and Frantisek Bostl change their Xerox (XRX) holdings going forward?

Yes. They state they may acquire additional shares, dispose of some or all shares, or enter into derivatives on Xerox securities, depending on market conditions, other opportunities, and their ongoing evaluation of Xerox.

What voting and dispositive powers do the reporting persons have over Xerox (XRX) shares?

STARTEEPO reports 0 sole and 8,000,000 shared voting and dispositive power. Mr. Bostl reports 1,640,000 shares with sole voting and dispositive power and 8,000,000 shares with shared voting and dispositive power through the Fund.

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98421M106

(CUSIP Number)
Frantisek Bostl
Plynarni 1617/10,,
Prague 7, 2N, 17000
420-604-215-002

(Name, Address and Telephone Number of Person Authorized to Receive Notices and Communications)
09/08/2026

(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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SCHEDULE 13D




Comment for Type of Reporting Person:
Row 13: Based on 131,314,511 shares of Common Stock outstanding as of July 31, 2026, as reported in the Issuer's Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the period ended June 30, 2026, as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") on August 6, 2026.


SCHEDULE 13D




Comment for Type of Reporting Person:
Row 7, Row 9, and Row 11: Consists of (i) 1,500,000 shares of Common Stock and (ii) 140,000 shares of Common Stock underlying call options, as described in Item 6, held directly by Mr. Bostl. Row 8, Row 10, and Row 11: Represents 8,000,000 shares of Common Stock held of record by the Fund for which Mr. Bostl may be deemed to be a beneficial owner as the Chief Investment Officer and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Fund and owner of all of the voting shares of the Fund. Mr. Bostl disclaims beneficial ownership of the Common Stock held by the Fund except to the extent of his direct pecuniary interest therein. Row 13: Based on 131,314,511 shares of Common Stock outstanding as of July 31, 2026, as reported in the Issuer's Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the period ended June 30, 2026, as filed with the SEC on August 6, 2026.


SCHEDULE 13D


STARTEEPO SICAV a.s.
Signature:/s/ Frantisek Bostl
Name/Title:Chief Investment Officer and Chairman of the Board
Date:09/08/2026
Frantisek Bostl
Signature:/s/ Frantisek Bostl
Name/Title:Frantisek Bostl
Date:09/08/2026

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