BlackRock, Inc. Increases Stake in Emera Inc to 6.9% Ownership

BlackRock, Inc. has filed a Schedule 13G/A with the SEC, reporting a significant increase in its position in Emera Inc (EMA). As of the event date on March 31, 2026, BlackRock beneficially owns 20,851,908 shares of common stock, representing a 6.9% ownership stake in the company. This filing marks an amendment to a previous position, which was recorded as zero, indicating a substantial new accumulation of shares. Of the total shares held, BlackRock maintains sole voting power over 20,204,078 shares and sole dispositive power over the full 20,851,908 shares. The filing specifies that the securities were acquired in the ordinary course of business and are not held for the purpose of influencing or changing the control of the issuer. Various subsidiaries under the BlackRock umbrella are involved in the beneficial ownership, though no single individual's interest exceeds five percent of the total outstanding common shares. The filing was signed by Spencer Fleming, Managing Director, on April 24, 2026.