Applied Optoelectronics Inc reports that Invesco Ltd. amended its Schedule 13G to state it may be deemed to beneficially own 2,014,405 shares of Common Stock, representing 2.7% of the class. The filing breaks out voting and dispositive powers: 1,943,971 shares with sole voting power and 2,014,405 shares with sole dispositive power. The amendment lists affiliated investment managers (Invesco Advisers, Inc., Invesco Capital Management LLC) and is signed by Robert R. Leveille on 05/06/2026.
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Insights
Invesco Ltd. holds a passive, sub-5% stake in AAOI with sole dispositive control over 2,014,405 shares.
The amendment clarifies beneficial ownership and the allocation of voting vs dispositive powers: 1,943,971 shares are held with sole voting power while dispositive power equals the full 2,014,405 shares. The filing signals aggregated client holdings managed or advised by Invesco-affiliated entities.
Cash-flow treatment and trading intentions are not stated; subsequent filings may show trading activity. Ownership is below 5% and is routine disclosure under Schedule 13G/A.
The amendment names affiliated advisers and confirms parent/subsidiary reporting structure.
The schedule lists Invesco Ltd. as the reporting parent and identifies Invesco Advisers, Inc. and Invesco Capital Management LLC as relevant subsidiaries, which is standard for pooled-client holdings. The filing notes no single shareholder of the fund exceeds 5% economic ownership.
Investors may reference this disclosure when assessing institutional holder profiles; the filing itself does not imply changes to board composition or control.
Key Figures
Beneficially owned shares:2,014,405 sharesPercent of class:2.7%Sole voting power:1,943,971 shares+3 more
6 metrics
Beneficially owned shares2,014,405 sharesAmount beneficially owned by Invesco Ltd.
Percent of class2.7%Percent of AAOI common stock represented by reported holdings
Sole voting power1,943,971 sharesShares with sole power to vote reported by Invesco Ltd.
Sole dispositive power2,014,405 sharesShares with sole power to dispose reported by Invesco Ltd.
CUSIP03823U102AAOI Common Stock CUSIP shown on the filing cover
Signature date05/06/2026Date the amendment was signed by the filer
Key Terms
Schedule 13G/A, beneficially own, sole dispositive power, sole voting power
4 terms
Schedule 13G/Aregulatory
"Amendment No. 1 reporting beneficial ownership and changes"
A Schedule 13G/A is an amended public filing with the U.S. securities regulator that updates a previous Schedule 13G, disclosing when an individual or group holds a substantial (typically over 5%) stake in a company and is claiming a passive, non‑controlling intent. Investors monitor these updates because rising or falling holdings can signal changing confidence, potential future moves, or shifts in voting power — like watching a public ledger where large shareholders quietly adjust their positions.
beneficially ownfinancial
"may be deemed to beneficially own 2,014,405 shares"
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.
sole dispositive powerregulatory
"Sole power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: 2,014,405"
Sole dispositive power is the exclusive legal authority to decide what happens to a security — for example, whether to sell, transfer, or retain shares — without needing anyone else’s permission. Investors care because it signals who truly controls the economic outcome of an investment: like holding the only key to a safe, the holder can realize gains or losses and may trigger regulatory reporting, insider rules, or influence over corporate ownership.
sole voting powerregulatory
"Sole power to vote or to direct the vote: 1,943,971"
Sole voting power is the exclusive right to cast votes attached to a shareholder’s stock without needing approval from anyone else. Like holding the only remote control for a TV, it lets that holder decide corporate matters such as board members, mergers, and policy changes, making it important to investors because it concentrates control and can strongly influence a company’s strategy and the value of its shares.
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
SCHEDULE 13G
UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
(Amendment No. 1)
Applied Optoelectronics Inc
(Name of Issuer)
Common Stock
(Title of Class of Securities)
03823U102
(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):
03823U102
1
Names of Reporting Persons
Invesco Ltd.
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
BERMUDA
Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:
5
Sole Voting Power
1,943,971.00
6
Shared Voting Power
0.00
7
Sole Dispositive Power
2,014,405.00
8
Shared Dispositive Power
0.00
9
Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person
2,014,405.00
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)
2.7 %
12
Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)
HC, IA
SCHEDULE 13G
Item 1.
(a)
Name of issuer:
Applied Optoelectronics Inc
(b)
Address of issuer's principal executive offices:
13139 Jess Pirtle Blvd, Sugar Land, TX 77478
Item 2.
(a)
Name of person filing:
Invesco Ltd. ("Invesco Ltd.")
(b)
Address or principal business office or, if none, residence:
1331 Spring Street NW, Suite 2500, Atlanta, GA 30309
(c)
Citizenship:
Bermuda
(d)
Title of class of securities:
Common Stock
(e)
CUSIP No.:
03823U102
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:
Invesco Ltd., in its capacity as a parent holding company to its investment advisers, may be deemed to beneficially own 2,014,405 shares of the Issuer which are held of record by clients of Invesco Ltd.
(b)
Percent of class:
2.7 %
(c)
Number of shares as to which the person has:
(i) Sole power to vote or to direct the vote:
1,943,971
(ii) Shared power to vote or to direct the vote:
0
(iii) Sole power to dispose or to direct the disposition of:
2,014,405
(iv) Shared power to dispose or to direct the disposition of:
0
Item 5.
Ownership of 5 Percent or Less of a Class.
Ownership of 5 percent or less of a class
Item 6.
Ownership of more than 5 Percent on Behalf of Another Person.
If any other person is known to have the right to receive or the power to direct the receipt of dividends from, or the proceeds from the sale of, such securities, a statement to that effect should be included in response to this item and, if such interest relates to more than 5 percent of the class, such person should be identified. A listing of the shareholders of an investment company registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940 or the beneficiaries of employee benefit plan, pension fund or endowment fund is not required.
However, no one individual has greater than 5% economic ownership. The shareholders of the Fund have the right to receive or the power to direct the receipt of dividends and proceeds from the sale of securities listed above.
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.
Invesco Advisers, Inc.
Invesco Capital Management LLC
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.
Invesco Ltd. reports beneficial ownership of 2,014,405 shares of AAOI common stock, representing 2.7% of the class. The schedule attributes these shares to client accounts managed by Invesco-affiliated advisers.
How many shares does Invesco Ltd. have voting power over in AAOI?
Invesco Ltd. has sole voting power over 1,943,971 shares. The filing differentiates voting power from dispositive power and lists exact counts for each category.
Which Invesco entities are named in the AAOI Schedule 13G/A?
The amendment identifies Invesco Ltd. as the reporting parent and names Invesco Advisers, Inc. and Invesco Capital Management LLC as relevant subsidiaries involved in managing the reported holdings.
Does the AAOI filing show Invesco plans to sell shares?
The Schedule 13G/A amendment does not state any intent to buy or sell. It discloses beneficial ownership and control details but does not include trading intentions or planned transactions.
When was the AAOI Schedule 13G/A amendment signed?
The amendment is signed by Robert R. Leveille, Global Head of Compliance, with the signature date of 05/06/2026. That date appears in the filing's signature block.
