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BlackRock (BMBL) reports 6.26M shares; sole voting power 6.18M

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SCHEDULE 13G/A

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BlackRock files Amendment No. 2 to Schedule 13G/A reporting beneficial ownership of 6,257,860 shares of Bumble Inc. Class A common stock (4.8%) as of 03/31/2026. The filing lists voting and disposition powers: 6,179,814 shares sole voting power and 6,257,860 shares sole dispositive power. The cover indicates the report reflects aggregated holdings of Reporting Business Units of BlackRock, Inc.

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Insights

BlackRock reports a passive, sub‑5% stake in Bumble (4.8%).

The Schedule 13G/A amendment states 6,257,860 shares beneficially owned with 6,179,814 shares carrying sole voting power as of 03/31/2026. The filing follows the release that aggregates holdings across Reporting Business Units.

Because the stake is under 5%, this is a routine institutional disclosure; subsequent Form 13D or Form 13G amendments could appear if ownership or intent changes.

Voting and dispositive powers are concentrated in BlackRock's reporting units.

The document explicitly lists separate counts for sole voting power (6,179,814) and sole dispositive power (6,257,860), which is relevant for proxy and engagement tracking. The statement clarifies no single outside person holds >5% of Bumble common stock.

Stakeholders monitoring shareholder engagement should note the filing's aggregation method and the exhibit references for subsidiary identification.

Beneficial ownership 6,257,860 shares Class A common stock as of 03/31/2026
Percent of class 4.8% Percentage of Class A shares reported
Sole voting power 6,179,814 shares Sole power to vote or direct the vote
Sole dispositive power 6,257,860 shares Sole power to dispose or direct the disposition
Schedule 13G/A regulatory
"Amendment No. 2 to Schedule 13G/A reporting beneficial ownership"
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 owned financial
"Amount beneficially owned: 6257860"
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.
Sole dispositive power regulatory
"Sole power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: 6257860"
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.
Reporting Business Units other
"aggregated holdings of Reporting Business Units of BlackRock, Inc."





12047B105

(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)




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SCHEDULE 13G





SCHEDULE 13G



BlackRock, Inc.
Signature:Spencer Fleming
Name/Title:Managing Director
Date:04/27/2026
Exhibit Information

Exhibit 24: Power of Attorney Exhibit 99: Item 7

FAQ

What stake does BlackRock report in Bumble (BMBL)?

BlackRock reports beneficial ownership of 6,257,860 shares, representing 4.8% of Bumble Inc. Class A common stock as of 03/31/2026. The filing aggregates holdings across BlackRock Reporting Business Units.

How many shares does BlackRock have sole voting power over?

The filing states BlackRock has sole voting power over 6,179,814 shares of Bumble Class A common stock. Shared voting and dispositive powers are reported as 0 in the excerpt.

Does BlackRock control more than 5% of Bumble stock?

No. The Schedule 13G/A amendment reports BlackRock's position as 4.8% of the Class A shares, which is below the 5% reporting threshold for a Schedule 13D characterization.

What date does the ownership figure reference in the filing?

The cover shows the reporting date 03/31/2026, and the signature is dated 04/27/2026. The ownership counts are presented with the 03/31/2026 time anchor.