BlackRock, Inc. Increases Stake in Flowers Foods Inc to 11.6%

On June 4, 2026, BlackRock, Inc. filed a Schedule 13G/A with the SEC, reporting an increased stake in Flowers Foods Inc (FLO). As of the event date on May 31, 2026, BlackRock beneficially owns 24,642,109 shares of common stock, representing 11.6% of the company. This marks an increase from its previous position of 20,018,422 shares. BlackRock reports sole voting power over 24,264,211 shares and sole dispositive power over the full 24,642,109 shares. The filing notes that the iShares Core S&P Small-Cap ETF maintains an interest in the common stock exceeding five percent of the total outstanding shares. The securities were acquired in the ordinary course of business and not for the purpose of influencing or changing the control of the issuer. BlackRock filed this as a parent holding company on behalf of various subsidiaries listed in the filing exhibits.