BlackRock, Inc. Increases Stake in Eastman Chemical Co to 13.8%

On April 24, 2026, BlackRock, Inc. filed a Schedule 13G/A with the SEC, reporting a significant increase in its stake in Eastman Chemical Co (EMN). As of the event date on March 31, 2026, BlackRock beneficially owns 15,745,661 shares of common stock, representing a 13.8% ownership stake in the company. This filing marks an amendment (No. 16) to previous disclosures, indicating a substantial rise from a previously reported 0.0% position in the provided metadata. Of the total shares held, BlackRock maintains sole voting power over 15,437,852 shares and sole dispositive power over the full 15,745,661 shares. The filing notes that the iShares Core S&P Small-Cap ETF holds an interest exceeding 5% of the total outstanding common stock. BlackRock certified that these 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 entity is classified as a parent holding company.