Cohen & Steers, Inc. Reports 7.53% Stake in Essex Property Trust, Inc. (ESS)

On May 15, 2026, Cohen & Steers, Inc. filed a Schedule 13G/A with the SEC, reporting a 7.53% ownership stake in Essex Property Trust, Inc. (ESS). The filing indicates that the investment firm now beneficially owns 4,853,655 shares of common stock. This position is held across several subsidiaries, with Cohen & Steers Capital Management, Inc. holding the largest portion at 4,788,638 shares (7.43%). Other contributing entities include Cohen & Steers UK Limited and Cohen & Steers Ireland Limited. The reporting person holds sole voting power over 3,670,164 shares and sole dispositive power over the full 4,853,655 shares. This amendment reflects an increase from a previously reported 0% position in the provided metadata, though it is filed as an amendment (No. 2) to a prior 13G. The shares were acquired in the ordinary course of business and not for the purpose of influencing or changing the control of the issuer.