Neuberger Berman Amends Simulations Plus Stake, Maintains Passive Position
Ticker: SLP · Form: SC 13G/A · Filed: Feb 12, 2024 · CIK: 1023459
| Field | Detail |
|---|---|
| Company | Simulations Plus, INC. (SLP) |
| Form Type | SC 13G/A |
| Filed Date | Feb 12, 2024 |
| Risk Level | low |
| Pages | 6 |
| Reading Time | 8 min |
| Sentiment | neutral |
Complexity: simple
Sentiment: neutral
Topics: institutional-ownership, amendment, passive-investing
TL;DR
**Neuberger Berman still holds Simulations Plus shares, no major changes.**
AI Summary
Neuberger Berman Group LLC, a Delaware-based investment adviser, filed an amended SC 13G/A on February 12, 2024, indicating its ownership of Simulations Plus, Inc. common stock as of December 31, 2023. This filing updates their previous disclosures, confirming their continued significant, though passive, stake in the company. For investors, this means a major institutional investor maintains confidence in Simulations Plus, Inc., which can be a positive signal for the stock's stability and long-term prospects.
Why It Matters
This filing shows a large institutional investor, Neuberger Berman, continues to hold a significant stake in Simulations Plus, Inc., signaling their ongoing confidence in the company's value.
Risk Assessment
Risk Level: low — This is a routine amendment by an institutional investor, indicating no immediate new risks or significant changes in their investment strategy.
Analyst Insight
Investors should note that a major institutional player continues to hold Simulations Plus, Inc. stock, suggesting a baseline level of institutional confidence, but this filing itself doesn't indicate any new catalysts or changes in company fundamentals.
Key Players & Entities
- Neuberger Berman Group LLC (company) — the reporting person and institutional investor
- Simulations Plus, Inc. (company) — the subject company whose securities are being reported
- Delaware (company) — state of incorporation for Neuberger Berman Group LLC
- December 31, 2023 (date) — the date of the event which requires filing of this statement
- February 12, 2024 (date) — the filing date of the SC 13G/A amendment
Forward-Looking Statements
- Neuberger Berman Group LLC will maintain a significant, passive stake in Simulations Plus, Inc. for the foreseeable future. (Neuberger Berman Group LLC) — high confidence, target: December 31, 2024
FAQ
What type of filing is this and what does it generally indicate?
This is an SC 13G/A filing, which is an amendment to a Schedule 13G. It generally indicates that a passive institutional investor, like Neuberger Berman Group LLC, is updating their ownership stake in a company, in this case, Simulations Plus, Inc., as of a specific date (December 31, 2023).
Who is the reporting person in this filing?
The reporting person is Neuberger Berman Group LLC, identified by CIK 0001465109 and incorporated in Delaware.
What is the subject company whose shares are being reported?
The subject company is Simulations Plus, Inc., identified by CIK 0001023459, with its business address at 42505 10th Street West, Lancaster, CA.
What is the CUSIP number for the class of securities reported?
The CUSIP number for the Common stock of Simulations Plus, Inc. is 829214105.
What was the 'Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement'?
The 'Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement' was December 31, 2023, as stated in the filing.
Filing Stats: 1,939 words · 8 min read · ~6 pages · Grade level 10.3 · Accepted 2024-02-12 16:59:04
Filing Documents
- formsc13ga-02122024_090200.htm (SC 13G/A) — 82KB
- 0001415889-24-003383.txt ( ) — 83KB
Ownership of Five Percent or Less of a Class
Item 5. Ownership of Five Percent or Less of a Class If this statement is being filed to report the fact that as of the date hereof the reporting person has ceased to be the beneficial owner of more than five percent of the class of securities, check the following [ ]
Ownership of More than Five Percent on Behalf of Another Person
Item 6. Ownership of More than Five Percent on Behalf of Another Person. Neuberger Berman Group LLC and its affiliates may be deemed to be beneficial owners of securities for purposes of Exchange Act Rule 13d-3 because they or certain affiliated persons have shared power to retain, dispose of or vote the securities of unrelated clients. Neuberger Berman Group LLC or its affiliated persons do not, however, have any economic interest in the securities of those clients. The clients have the sole right to receive and the power to direct the receipt of dividends from or proceeds from the sale of such securities. Other than named in this filing, no one client has an interest of more than 5% of the issuer. With regard to the shares set forth under item 4(c)(ii), Neuberger Berman Group LLC may be deemed to be the beneficial owner for purposes of Rule 13d-3 because certain affiliated persons have shared power to retain, dispose of and vote the securities. In addition to the holdings of individual advisory clients, Neuberger Berman Investment Advisers LLC serves as investment manager of Neuberger Berman Group LLC's various registered mutual funds which hold such shares. The holdings belonging to clients of Neuberger Berman Trust Co N.A., Neuberger Berman Trust Co of Delaware N.A., Neuberger Berman Asia Ltd., Neuberger Berman Canada ULC and Neuberger Berman Investment Advisers LLC are also aggregated to comprise the holdings referenced herein. In addition to the shares set forth under Item 4(c)(ii) for which Neuberger entities also have shared power to dispose of the shares, item 4(c)(iv) also includes shares from individual client accounts over which Neuberger Berman Investment Advisers LLC has shared power to dispose but does not have voting power over these shares. The holdings of Neuberger Berman Trust Co N.A., Neuberger Berman Trust Co of Delaware N.A., Neuberger Berman Asia Ltd., Neuberger Berman Canada ULC and Neuberger Berman Investment Advisers LLC, are also aggre
Identification and Classification of Members of the Group
Item 8. Identification and Classification of Members of the Group. N/A
Notice of Dissolution of Group
Item 9. Notice of Dissolution of Group. N/A
Certification
Item 10. Certification. By signing below I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, the securities referred to above were acquired and are held in the ordinary course of business and were not acquired and are not held for the purpose of or with the effect of changing or influencing the control of the issuer of the securities and were not acquired and are not held in connection with or as a participant in any transaction having that purpose or effect.
SIGNATURES
SIGNATURES After reasonable inquiry and to the best of my knowledge and belief, I certify that the information set forth in this statement is true, complete and correct. Date: February 12, 2024 Neuberger Berman Group LLC By: /s/ Brad Cetron Name: Brad Cetron Title: Managing Director Date: February 12, 2024 Neuberger Berman Investment Advisers LLC By: /s/ Brad Cetron Name: Brad Cetron Title: Managing Director Date: February 12, 2024 Neuberger Berman Equity Funds By: /s/ Brian Kerrane Name: Brian Kerrane Title: Chief Operating Officer Date: February 12, 2024 Neuberger Berman Genesis Fund By: /s/ Brian Kerrane Name: Brian Kerrane Title: Chief Operating Officer