Corporate Ownership

Who owns Barnes & Noble?

Based on verified corporate hierarchy telemetry for 2026, Barnes & Noble operates as a subsidiary of Elliott.

Parent Company & Controlling Organization

Corporate entities holding a majority stake, operating ownership, or direct subsidiary control.

EL

Elliott

Parent Company

Private investment manager focused on ownership, activism and strategic capital.

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