John Malone Buys More Liberty Latin America Preference Shares
Billionaire John C. Malone has acquired an additional 37,082 Series A preference shares in Liberty Latin America Ltd (NASDAQ: LILA) on September 16 and 17, 2026, according to a SEC Form 4 filing. The purchase was made at $20.43 per share, significantly above the current common stock price of $8.41 as of September 18, 2026. Malone's shares are held through charitable remainder unitrusts and revocable trusts, with Malone serving as co-trustee but disclaiming beneficial ownership beyond his pecuniary interest. The combined direct and indirect holdings now total over 3.8 million preference shares valued at approximately $32.41 million based on the September 17 valuation date. The transaction occurred after a period of strong performance, with Liberty Latin America's equity delivering a 75% return in the preceding twelve months despite recent net losses. Investors may interpret Malone’s continued investment as confidence in the company’s long-term strategic value and infrastructure position across its Caribbean and Central American markets.
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