Bank of Montreal Reports 10.75% Stake in Starz Entertainment Corp

Bank of Montreal, along with several of its subsidiaries including BMO Financial Corp. and BMO Bank N.A., filed a Schedule 13G regarding their ownership in Starz Entertainment Corp /CN/. As of March 31, 2026, the reporting persons collectively beneficially own 1,804,050 common shares, representing a 10.75% ownership stake in the company. The filing indicates that the shares are held in the ordinary course of business by various entities within the BMO group. Specifically, Bank of Montreal and BMO Financial Corp. report sole voting and dispositive power over the full 1,804,050 shares, while BMO Bank N.A. holds sole power over 1,803,786 shares. The reporting persons certify that the securities were not acquired for the purpose of changing or influencing the control of the issuer. This filing highlights a significant institutional position by the Canadian financial services group in the Santa Monica-based entertainment company.