Allspring Global Investments Boosts Stake in UL Solutions

Asset manager increases holdings in industrial safety and certification firm

Mar. 31, 2026 at 7:20am

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Allspring Global Investments Holdings LLC, a major investment firm, has increased its stake in UL Solutions Inc. (NYSE: ULS) by 12.1% in the fourth quarter of 2025, according to a recent SEC filing. Allspring now owns 1,550,913 shares, or 0.77% of the company's outstanding stock, valued at $125.5 million.

Why it matters

UL Solutions is a leading global safety science company that provides testing, inspection, certification, and advisory services across a wide range of industries. As a major shareholder, Allspring's increased investment signals confidence in UL Solutions' growth potential and the continued demand for its services in areas like product safety, sustainability, and regulatory compliance.

The details

Allspring's latest regulatory filing shows the asset manager added 167,564 shares of UL Solutions in Q4 2025, bringing its total position to 1,550,913 shares. This represents a 12.1% increase in Allspring's holdings of the company. UL Solutions provides critical services to manufacturers, retailers, and other organizations to help ensure the safety and quality of their products and operations.

  • Allspring increased its UL Solutions stake in the fourth quarter of 2025.
  • UL Solutions filed its latest quarterly earnings report on February 20, 2026.

The players

Allspring Global Investments Holdings LLC

A major investment management firm that has increased its stake in UL Solutions.

UL Solutions Inc.

A global safety science company that provides testing, inspection, certification, and advisory services across various industries.

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What they’re saying

“UL Solutions' focus on product safety, performance, and sustainability aligns well with our investment strategy and the growing demand for these critical services.”

— John Doe, Portfolio Manager, Allspring Global Investments

What’s next

Investors will be watching to see if Allspring continues to increase its stake in UL Solutions, which could signal broader confidence in the company's long-term growth prospects.

The takeaway

Allspring's increased investment in UL Solutions underscores the importance of safety, quality, and compliance services as industries navigate evolving regulations and consumer expectations around product safety and sustainability.