Vanguard Capital Management Acquires 7.53% Stake in Synchrony Financial (SYF)

Vanguard Capital Management LLC filed a Schedule 13G on April 30, 2026, reporting a new 7.53% stake in Synchrony Financial (SYF). As of the event date on March 31, 2026, the investment adviser beneficially owns 26,175,892 shares of common stock. The filing indicates that Vanguard holds sole dispositive power over the entire position of 26,175,892 shares, while maintaining sole voting power over 3,578,076 shares. This position represents a significant increase from a previously reported 0% ownership, establishing Vanguard as a major institutional shareholder. The filing includes holdings from 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. No other single person's interest in these securities exceeds 5% of the total shares outstanding. Synchrony Financial is headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut.