Cohen & Steers, Inc. Increases Stake in Essential Properties Realty Trust (EPRT) to 14.16%

Cohen & Steers, Inc. and its affiliated entities filed a Schedule 13G/A on May 15, 2026, reporting a significant ownership stake in Essential Properties Realty Trust, Inc. (EPRT). As of the event date on March 31, 2026, the reporting group collectively holds 29,717,787 shares of common stock, representing 14.16% of the company. This filing marks an increase from previously reported holdings, which were at 0.0% in the provided historical context. The primary beneficial owner within the group is Cohen & Steers Capital Management, Inc., which holds 29,211,604 shares (13.92%). Other participating subsidiaries include Cohen & Steers UK Limited and Cohen & Steers Ireland Limited. The filing indicates that Cohen & Steers, Inc. maintains sole dispositive power over the entire 29,717,787 shares and sole voting power over 22,355,293 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.