Vanguard Capital Management Acquires 7.49% Stake in Realty Income Corp

On April 30, 2026, Vanguard Capital Management LLC filed a Schedule 13G indicating a new substantial position in Realty Income Corp (O). As of the event date on March 31, 2026, Vanguard reported beneficial ownership of 69,885,864 shares of common stock, representing a 7.49% ownership stake in the company. According to the filing, Vanguard Capital Management exercises sole dispositive power over all 69,885,864 shares, while holding sole voting power over 9,762,444 shares. The filing includes holdings managed by various affiliates, including Vanguard Asset Management Limited and Vanguard Global Advisers, LLC. The securities were acquired in the ordinary course of business and not for the purpose of influencing or changing the control of the issuer. This filing marks a significant increase from a previously reported 0.0% position, establishing Vanguard as a major institutional shareholder in the San Diego-based real estate investment trust.