BlackRock, Inc. Reports 14.7% Stake in CareTrust REIT, Inc. (CTRE) via Amended Schedule 13G

BlackRock, Inc. has filed a Schedule 13G/A with the SEC, dated April 24, 2026, reporting a significant position in CareTrust REIT, Inc. (CTRE). As of the event date on March 31, 2026, BlackRock beneficially owns 32,784,098 shares of common stock, representing a 14.7% ownership stake in the company. This filing marks an increase in holdings compared to previous reports where the ownership was listed at 0.0%. Of the total shares held, BlackRock reported sole voting power over 32,016,634 shares and sole dispositive power over all 32,784,098 shares. The filing indicates that the securities were acquired in the ordinary course of business and are not intended to influence or change the control of the issuer. Various subsidiaries under BlackRock, Inc. are listed as participants in this ownership. CareTrust REIT is a real estate investment trust focused on healthcare-related properties, and this substantial investment by BlackRock underscores a significant institutional commitment to the company's equity.