Barclays PLC Acquires 5.12% Stake in Madison Square Garden Entertainment (MSGE)
On May 14, 2026, Barclays PLC filed a Schedule 13G with the SEC, disclosing a new 5.12% passive ownership stake in Madison Square Garden Entertainment (MSGE). As of the event date on March 31, 2026, Barclays PLC reported beneficial ownership of 2,072,582 shares of common stock. This position represents a significant increase from a previously reported 0.0% stake, crossing the 5% regulatory threshold. The filing indicates that the shares are held by various subsidiaries, including Barclays Bank PLC, Barclays Capital Inc., and Barclays Capital Securities Ltd. Of the total shares, Barclays PLC holds sole voting and dispositive power over 2,058,621 shares, while 13,961 shares are held with shared voting and dispositive power. The acquisition was made in the ordinary course of business, with no intent to influence or change the control of the issuer. The total value of the holdings is estimated at approximately $141.93 million based on market data at the time of the filing.