BlackRock increases stake in Orkla ASA, crosses 5% threshold

BlackRock Inc. has crossed a major shareholding threshold in Orkla ASA, with its total stake now standing at 5.24% of both shares and voting rights. This notification, filed on December 23, 2025, indicates the threshold was crossed on December 22, 2025, due to an increase in voting rights attached to shares and votes.

The updated position comprises 5.01% through direct shares and voting rights, amounting to 50,270,083 shares, and an additional 0.22% through financial instruments, totaling 2,266,391 shares. This includes American depositary receipts and contracts for difference. The previous notification indicated a total position of 5.06% for both shares and voting rights.

BlackRock Inc. disclosed a full chain of controlled undertakings through which these voting rights and financial instruments are held, including various BlackRock entities.