Ameriprise Financial, Inc. Reports New 5.6% Stake in Burford Capital Ltd

On May 15, 2026, Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (AFI) filed a Schedule 13G/A reporting a 5.6% ownership stake in Burford Capital Ltd (BUR). The filing indicates that AFI, alongside its subsidiary Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (CMIA), beneficially owns 12,318,250 shares of common stock. This represents a significant increase from the previously reported 0.0% ownership, establishing a new major position for the reporting entities. Specifically, CMIA holds shared dispositive power over 11,398,967 shares, while AFI, as the parent company, is deemed to beneficially own the total reported amount. The filing was triggered by events occurring as of March 31, 2026. Both AFI and CMIA certified that the securities were acquired in the ordinary course of business and not for the purpose of influencing or changing the control of the issuer. The reporting persons have disclaimed beneficial ownership of the shares reported except to the extent of their pecuniary interest.