BlackRock Reduces Stake in Irish Residential Properties REIT to Below 4%

On June 18, 2026, Irish Residential Properties REIT plc (IRES) announced a change in major holdings as BlackRock, Inc. disclosed a reduction in its voting rights. The investment management corporation's total holdings have fallen below the 4% voting rights threshold, specifically reaching 3.99%. The adjustment marks a slight decrease from the previous position of 4.01%.

The report details BlackRock’s voting rights, which now stand at 3.34% directly attached to shares, equating to 17,532,759 votes. Additionally, through financial instruments, BlackRock retains 0.65% voting rights, involving 3,412,676 votes through cash-settled contracts for difference.

This change was affected on June 17, 2026, and was subsequently notified to the issuer and the Central Bank of Ireland on June 18, 2026. The document underscores the transparency commitments respecting Irish financial regulations.