BlackRock's Holdings in Irish Residential Properties Drops Below 4%

BlackRock, Inc. has announced a reduction in its holdings in Irish Residential Properties REIT plc (IRES), falling below the significant threshold of 4% total voting rights. BlackRock's voting rights are now divided into 3.26% attached to shares and 0.69% from financial instruments, amounting to a total of 3.96%. This change was noted on January 27, 2026, with the notification received by IRES the following day.

The disclosure identifies specific financial instruments contributing to BlackRock's holdings, including Contracts for Difference (CFDs) representing 0.69% voting rights. The recent movement positions BlackRock below its previous holding of 4%, which consisted of 3.30% voting rights from shares and the same percentage from CFDs.