Vanguard Capital Management Acquires 5.28% Stake in United Community Banks Inc.

On April 30, 2026, Vanguard Capital Management LLC filed a Schedule 13G with the SEC, reporting a new 5.28% ownership stake in United Community Banks Inc. (UCB). The filing indicates that as of the event date on March 31, 2026, Vanguard beneficially owns 6,319,637 shares of the issuer's common stock. This position represents a significant increase from a previously reported 0% stake, crossing the 5% regulatory threshold. According to the filing, Vanguard holds sole dispositive power over all 6,319,637 shares but maintains sole voting power over only 943,448 shares, with no shared voting or dispositive power reported. The securities were acquired in the ordinary course of business and not for the purpose of influencing or changing the control of the issuer. The reporting entity includes various affiliates such as Vanguard Asset Management Limited and Vanguard Global Advisers, LLC. The principal executive offices for United Community Banks are located in Blairsville, Georgia.