Pentland16 Apr 2026 13:24
LONDON - Pentland Industries International Designated Activity Company increased its stake in JD Sports Fashion PLC (LSE:JD.) to 54.907% after choosing not to participate in the retailer’s share buyback program, according to a regulatory filing.
The shareholding crossed the threshold on April 13, with the issuer notified on April 15. Pentland’s stake rose from 53.882% in the previous notification, based on a press release statement.
Pentland holds 2,676,391,195 voting rights in JD Sports Fashion, comprising 26,239,165 direct voting rights and 2,650,152,030 indirect voting rights. The increase resulted from the share buyback reducing the total number of outstanding shares while Pentland’s absolute shareholding remained unchanged.
The voting rights are held through a chain of controlled entities. Pentland Group Holdings Limited, the ultimate controlling entity, exercises control through Pentland Industries International DAC, Pentland UK Holdings, and Pentland Group Limited