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Dollar Tree (NASDAQ: DLTR) sees Mantle Ridge unwind large stake, keep board role

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Form Type
SCHEDULE 13D/A

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Mantle Ridge and affiliates sharply reduced their Dollar Tree stake and filed Amendment No. 6 to their Schedule 13D. On June 24, 2026, Mantle Ridge distributed in kind 10,476,108 Dollar Tree common shares to limited partners, leaving 209,944 shares under the funds’ general partner’s control.

The funds also physically settled Deemed PSF Agreements for 602,170 shares and terminated remaining Deemed PSF and Deemed CSF Agreements covering 934,341 and 9,655,604 shares, respectively, at a reference price of $111.31 per share. Following these actions, Mantle Ridge, MR Cobalt Advisor and Paul C. Hilal each report beneficial ownership of about 0.1% of Dollar Tree’s 192,174,588 outstanding shares as of May 26, 2026 and state they have ceased to be beneficial owners of more than 5% of the company’s stock. Hilal continues to serve on Dollar Tree’s board.

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Mantle Ridge steps back from a large activist stake while retaining a small position and board seat.

Mantle Ridge and related entities have moved from a sizeable, previously disclosed stake in Dollar Tree to about 0.1% ownership each, based on 192,174,588 shares outstanding as of May 26, 2026. This is accomplished mainly through an in-kind distribution of 10,476,108 shares to limited partners.

The filing also notes termination of Deemed PSF Agreements on 934,341 shares and Deemed CSF Agreements on 9,655,604 shares, all using a reference price of $111.31 per share. These steps unwind significant derivative exposure linked to Dollar Tree stock and shift economic exposure from the fund vehicle to its investors.

Item 5(e) confirms the reporting persons have ceased to be beneficial owners of more than 5% of Dollar Tree’s outstanding shares. However, Paul C. Hilal will remain on the board, so governance influence continues through his direct role even as the reported ownership position becomes much smaller. Future company filings may provide more detail on any strategic changes following this ownership shift.

Mantle Ridge shares 209,944 shares Beneficially owned after June 24, 2026 transactions
Ownership percentage 0.1% Approximate stake for each reporting person based on May 26, 2026 outstanding shares
Shares outstanding 192,174,588 shares Dollar Tree common stock outstanding as of May 26, 2026
In-kind distribution 10,476,108 shares Dollar Tree shares distributed to Mantle Ridge limited partners on June 24, 2026
PSF settlement component 602,170 shares Shares obtained via physical settlement of Deemed PSF Agreements on June 24, 2026
Terminated Deemed PSF 934,341 shares Shares referenced by remaining Deemed PSF Agreements terminated using $111.31 reference price
Terminated Deemed CSF 9,655,604 shares Shares referenced by remaining Deemed CSF Agreements terminated at $111.31 reference price
Reference price $111.31 per share Price used to terminate remaining Deemed PSF and Deemed CSF Agreements
Schedule 13D regulatory
"This Amendment No. 6 amends and supplements the Initial 13D relating to their beneficial ownership in the Issuer."
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.
beneficial owner financial
"the Reporting Persons ceased to be beneficial owners of more than 5% of the Issuer's outstanding shares of Common Stock."
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.
distributed in kind financial
"Mantle Ridge distributed in kind 10,476,108 shares of Common Stock to those of the Mantle Ridge limited partners"
Deemed PSF Agreements financial
"shares of Common Stock obtained through the physical settlement, on June 24, 2026, by certain of the Mantle Ridge Funds of a portion of their Deemed PSF Agreements."
Deemed CSF Agreements financial
"terminated all of their remaining Deemed PSF Agreements, covering 934,341 shares of Common Stock, and their remaining Deemed CSF Agreements, covering 9,655,604 shares of Common Stock"
Stewardship Framework Agreement financial
"Exhibit 99.9* Stewardship Framework Agreement between MR Cobalt Advisor LLC and the Issuer, dated March 8, 2022."
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256746108

(CUSIP Number)
Paul C. Hilal
Mantle Ridge LP, 712 Fifth Avenue, Suite 17F
New York City, NY, 10006
646-762-8540


Clayton I. Simmons
Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP, One Liberty Plaza
New York City, NY, 10006
212-225-2000

(Name, Address and Telephone Number of Person Authorized to Receive Notices and Communications)
06/24/2026

(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:
* All percentage calculations set forth herein are based upon the aggregate of 192,174,588 shares of Common Stock outstanding as of May 26, 2026, as reported in Dollar Tree, Inc.'s Form 10-Q filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") on May 28, 2026.


SCHEDULE 13D




Comment for Type of Reporting Person:
*All percentage calculations set forth herein are based upon the aggregate of 192,174,588 shares of Common Stock outstanding as of May 26, 2026, as reported in Dollar Tree, Inc.'s Form 10-Q filed with the SEC on May 28, 2026.


SCHEDULE 13D




Comment for Type of Reporting Person:
*All percentage calculations set forth herein are based upon the aggregate of 192,174,588 shares of Common Stock outstanding as of May 26, 2026, as reported in Dollar Tree, Inc.'s Form 10-Q filed with the SEC on May 28, 2026.


SCHEDULE 13D


Mantle Ridge LP
Signature:By: Mantle Ridge GP LLC, its general partner By: PCH MR Advisor Holdings LLC, its managing member /s/ Paul C. Hilal
Name/Title:Paul C. Hilal, Sole Member
Date:06/25/2026
MR Cobalt Advisor LLC
Signature:By: Mantle Ridge LP, its sole member, Mantle Ridge GP LLC, its general partner, PCH MR Advisor Holdings LLC, its managing member, /s/ Paul C. Hilal
Name/Title:Paul C. Hilal, Sole Member
Date:06/25/2026
Paul C. Hilal
Signature:/s/ Paul C. Hilal
Name/Title:Paul C. Hilal
Date:06/25/2026

FAQ

How much Dollar Tree (DLTR) stock does Mantle Ridge now beneficially own?

Mantle Ridge and MR Cobalt Advisor each now beneficially own 209,944 Dollar Tree common shares. This represents about 0.1% of the 192,174,588 shares outstanding as of May 26, 2026, based on Dollar Tree’s Form 10-Q disclosure.

What major transaction did Mantle Ridge report in this Dollar Tree (DLTR) Schedule 13D/A?

Mantle Ridge reported distributing in kind 10,476,108 Dollar Tree common shares to limited partners on June 24, 2026. This distribution substantially reduced the fund’s directly held position, leaving 209,944 shares controlled by the funds’ general partner after the transaction.

What derivative agreements tied to Dollar Tree (DLTR) did Mantle Ridge terminate?

Mantle Ridge terminated remaining Deemed PSF Agreements covering 934,341 Dollar Tree shares and Deemed CSF Agreements covering 9,655,604 shares. These contracts were unwound using a reference price of $111.31 per share, eliminating a large block of derivative-based economic exposure.

Does Mantle Ridge still own more than 5% of Dollar Tree (DLTR) shares?

No. The filing states that, after the June 24, 2026 transactions, the reporting persons ceased to be beneficial owners of more than 5% of Dollar Tree’s outstanding common stock. Their reported beneficial ownership is approximately 0.1% of shares outstanding.

Will Paul C. Hilal remain involved with Dollar Tree (DLTR) after Mantle Ridge’s stake reduction?

Yes. The filing notes that Paul C. Hilal will continue serving on Dollar Tree’s board of directors. Shares that remain under his voting or dispositive control will continue to be subject to applicable securities law disclosure and reporting obligations going forward.

What share count did Dollar Tree (DLTR) report as outstanding for these ownership calculations?

Ownership percentages are calculated using 192,174,588 Dollar Tree common shares outstanding as of May 26, 2026. This figure comes from Dollar Tree’s Form 10-Q filed with the SEC on May 28, 2026 and is used throughout the amended Schedule 13D.