Deutsche Pfandbriefbank AG has released a voting rights announcement, reporting a change in holdings by The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. The announcement, disseminated by EQS News on March 17, 2026, details an acquisition of shares with voting rights.
Key Details of the Notification
The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc., based in Wilmington, DE, USA, has increased its position in Deutsche Pfandbriefbank AG. As of March 10, 2026, their total position reached 5.24% of voting rights, comprised of 0.97% attached to shares and 4.27% through instruments. This represents an increase from a previous notification where their total position was 4.92%.
The holdings consist of 1,301,427 shares and various instruments, including Rights to Recall and Call Warrants, as well as Swaps. The total number of voting rights in Deutsche Pfandbriefbank AG is 134,475,308, according to Section 41 of the German Securities Trading Act (WpHG).
Complex Ownership Structure
The notification indicates a complex chain of controlled undertakings stemming from The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc., including entities like GSAM Holdings LLC and Goldman Sachs Asset Management, L.P. However, the specific percentages of voting rights held by each entity within this chain are not detailed in the announcement.
The announcement confirms that The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. Does not control, nor is it controlled by, any other undertaking with an interest in Deutsche Pfandbriefbank AG.
Frequently Asked Questions
What triggered this announcement?
This announcement was triggered by the acquisition of shares with voting rights by The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc., requiring notification under Article 40, Section 1 of the WpHG.
What types of instruments are included in Goldman Sachs’ holdings?
Goldman Sachs’ holdings include Rights to Recall, Call Warrants, and Swaps, in addition to shares with voting rights.
When was the threshold for this notification crossed?
The threshold was crossed on March 10, 2026.
How might this change in ownership affect Deutsche Pfandbriefbank AG in the future remains to be seen, but This proves a development that will likely be monitored by investors and industry analysts alike.
