Syensqo SA: BlackRock Inc. Adjusts Stake

Brussels, Belgium - July 11, 2025 - Syensqo SA, a Belgian company listed on the NYSE Euronext Brussels, has recently been the subject of transparency notifications from BlackRock Inc. These notifications, mandated by Belgian transparency legislation, indicate changes in BlackRock’s stake in Syensqo.

Recent Developments

On July 7, 2025, BlackRock Inc. notified Syensqo that it had crossed the 3% threshold of direct voting rights, moving downwards to 3.00%. This notification, received on the same day, detailed that BlackRock’s voting rights stood at 0.67%, with equivalent financial instruments bringing the total to 3.67%. The disclosure obligation arose due to BlackRock’s voting rights attached to shares falling below the 3% mark.

Background on BlackRock’s Stake

Earlier, on July 1, 2025, BlackRock had crossed the 3% threshold upwards, holding 3.10% in direct voting rights, with equivalent financial instruments totaling 3.74%. This change was part of a broader restructuring following BlackRock’s acquisition of HPS Investment Partners. As a result, BlackRock, Inc. contributed all its equity interests in BlackRock Finance, Inc. and Global Infrastructure Management, LLC to BlackRock Saturn Subco, LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary.

Company Overview

Syensqo SA operates in the Materials sector and is listed on the NYSE Euronext Brussels. As of July 3, 2025, the company’s close price was 67.6 EUR, with a market capitalization of 7.15 billion EUR. The company’s 52-week high was 84.85 EUR on February 13, 2025, and its 52-week low was 53.7 EUR on April 6, 2025. The price-to-earnings ratio stands at -64.83, reflecting the company’s current financial performance.

Conclusion

These notifications highlight the dynamic nature of BlackRock’s investment strategy and its impact on Syensqo SA. Investors and stakeholders are advised to monitor these developments closely, as they may influence the company’s market position and future performance.