US Activist Hedge Fund Institutional SEC 13D 13G — July 07, 2026

Activist & Institutional Activity

By Gunpowder Editorial ·

14 high priority 36 medium priority 50 total filings analysed

Executive Summary

The July 7, 2026, batch of 50 SEC filings reveals a market dominated by passive institutional position-keeping (30+ filings) and a handful of high-conviction activist and insider moves.

The most significant themes are concentrated insider selling by a major shareholder in Bioceres Crop Solutions (BIOX) at a 28% discount over 32 days, a new 10b5-1 plan for the founder of Intuitive Machines (LUNR), and a strategic share repurchase by the controlling shareholder of XP Inc. (XP). On the activist front, the Camac Fund is actively accumulating Cryo-Cell International (CCEL) at low prices, while the Legion Partners group is reducing its economic exposure in NN Inc (NNBR) via swaps. A key period-over-period trend is the dilution of activist stakes, as seen in NN Inc (private placement) and PowerBank Corp (private placement). The filing also highlights a significant voting power concentration at Marchex Inc (MCHX), where the founder's 18.5% economic stake controls a majority of votes. Overall, the data suggests a bifurcated market where insiders are using liquidity events to de-risk, while select activists are building positions in undervalued, smaller-cap names.

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Filing types in this digest: Schedule 13D · Schedule 13G

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Investment Signals (10)

  • Bioceres Crop Solutions (BIOX) (BEARISH)

    Major shareholder AIGC sold 676,711 shares over 22 trading days (June 1-July 2, 2026), with average sale prices declining 28% from $0.47 to $0.34. This aggressive, sustained selling is a strong bearish signal on the stock's near-term outlook.

  • Intuitive Machines (LUNR) (BEARISH)

    Founder Kamal Ghaffarian entered a new 10b5-1 plan on July 2, 2026, to sell up to 1,935,568 shares (less than 2% of outstanding). While framed as a liquidity/diversification move, the timing alongside a prior plan suggests a persistent desire to monetize holdings.

  • Controlling shareholder XP Control LLC exercised a repurchase right to buy back 4,954,867 Class A shares from a former partner, reducing its own stake from 101.8M to 96.8M shares. This strategic consolidation of control, with potential for further dilution of 2.8M shares, signals a long-term bullish view from the controlling group.

  • Activist Camac Fund purchased ~80,442 shares between May 11 and July 6, 2026, at prices ranging from $3.255 to $3.450. The fund explicitly states the shares were undervalued and may push for board changes, asset monetization, and capital returns. This is a classic activist entry signal.

  • Founder Russell Horowitz acquired $4.9M in convertible notes (convertible at $1.80/share) and now holds 18.5% of shares but controls a majority of votes due to 25-vote-per-share Class A stock. This massive voting control consolidation is a powerful signal of founder conviction and potential for value-unlocking moves.

  • Empire Petroleum (EP) (BULLISH)

    Energy Evolution Master Fund increased its stake to 30.7% through a series of warrant exercises and convertible note conversions from 2020-2024. This continued accumulation by a focused energy fund signals a strong conviction in the company's long-term value.

  • The Legion Partners activist group reduced its economic exposure by selling 148,173 notional shares via cash-settled swaps on May 12, 2026, at $2.41/share. This de-risking, combined with a dilutive private placement, signals waning conviction in the near-term upside.

  • Stratus Properties (STRS) (BEARISH)

    Activist Oasis Management sold 138,332 shares over four dates (May 7-July 2, 2026), with the average sale price declining from $30.03 to $28.03. This systematic selling, especially the large block on July 2, signals a potential exit or reduced conviction.

  • TMC the metals Co (TMC) (BULLISH)

    Allseas Group acquired 7,305,567 shares at $4.66 per share on July 1, 2026, under a commercial agreement, increasing its stake to 15.4%. This strategic investment from a key partner is a strong vote of confidence in the company's commercial prospects.

  • Climb Bio (CLMB) (BULLISH)

    RA Capital Management increased its board representation by appointing an analyst, Dr. Breanna Celebi, on June 29, 2026. While the stake remains at 33%, the board seat provides direct influence over strategic direction, a positive for governance.

Risk Flags (8)

  • Bioceres Crop Solutions (BIOX) / Insider Selling [HIGH RISK]

    A major shareholder (AIGC) sold shares on 22 of 32 trading days, with the stock price falling 28% during the selling period. This is a classic 'distribution' pattern and a high-risk signal for further downside.

  • Intuitive Machines (LUNR) / Founder Liquidity [MODERATE RISK]

    The founder's new 10b5-1 plan, following a prior plan expiring in September 2026, creates a persistent overhang of up to 1.9M shares. The market will need to absorb this supply, potentially capping upside.

  • A private placement added 24.5M shares (diluting existing holders by ~30%), and the activist Legion Partners reduced its swap exposure. This dual negative signal suggests the stock faces significant headwinds.

  • Stratus Properties (STRS) / Activist Exit [MODERATE RISK]

    Oasis Management sold 138,332 shares in a concentrated period, with the largest sale (117,612 shares) occurring on July 2, 2026, at $28.03. This could be the beginning of a full exit, creating selling pressure.

  • A private placement closed on July 1, 2026, increasing total shares outstanding by 14.7% (from 47.7M to 54.7M). While Davidson Kempner disclosed a 5.66% stake, the dilution is a risk for existing shareholders.

  • A 1:30 reverse stock split was effective June 23, 2026, often a sign of a struggling stock. Despite this, the Ault group continued buying shares at $1.22-$1.71, creating a risky 'value trap' scenario.

  • Alamar Biosciences (ALAM) / Board Vacuum [MODERATE RISK]

    The death of board member Ian Ratcliffe on July 5, 2026, left the 6.1% stakeholder (Sands Capital) without board representation. The lack of a replacement plan creates a governance vacuum and potential strategic drift.

  • Prescott General Partners (14.9% stake) disclaimed any plans for action but reserved the right to engage. This 'wait-and-see' stance from a large holder creates uncertainty and a potential overhang if they decide to push for changes.

Opportunities (8)

  • Camac Fund is actively accumulating (80K shares in 2 months) and explicitly targeting board changes, asset monetization, and capital returns. The stock is trading near the low end of their purchase range ($3.255-$3.45), offering a potential entry point ahead of activist demands.

  • Founder Horowitz now controls a majority of votes and has just used convertible notes to fund an acquisition (Archenia). This structure allows him to drive value-unlocking M&A or a sale without opposition, creating a potential catalyst.

  • TMC the metals Co (TMC) / Strategic Partnership (OPPORTUNITY)

    Allseas Group's $34M+ investment at $4.66/share (a significant premium to recent levels) under a commercial agreement is a powerful endorsement. This deepens a strategic partnership that could accelerate the path to commercial production.

  • Empire Petroleum (EP) / Concentrated Ownership (OPPORTUNITY)

    Energy Evolution Master Fund's 30.7% stake, built over years through complex transactions, signals a long-term, patient investor. This concentrated ownership can provide a floor for the stock and align incentives for value creation.

  • Climb Bio (CLMB) / Board Influence (OPPORTUNITY)

    RA Capital's appointment of an analyst to the board provides direct oversight. With a 33% stake and a board seat, RA Capital can exert significant influence on pipeline strategy or M&A, potentially unlocking value.

  • The controlling shareholder's buyback of shares from a former partner reduces overhang and consolidates control. This move, combined with the potential for further repurchases, signals confidence and could lead to a premium for minority shareholders in any future transaction.

  • Prescott General Partners holds a 34% stake and has a director on the board. While the filing is neutral, the large stake and board seat provide a powerful platform for operational or strategic changes.

  • Mesa Laboratories (MLAB) / Passive Stake (OPPORTUNITY)

    Long Path Smaller Companies Fund holds an 8.6% passive stake. While passive, a stake this size in a small-cap often precedes more active engagement if performance lags.

Sector Themes (5)

  • Activist De-Risking in Small/Mid Caps

    Two activist filings (NN Inc, Stratus Properties) show activists reducing exposure via swaps or outright sales. This suggests a cautious stance on near-term catalysts in smaller names, possibly due to market volatility or lack of progress. [IMPLICATION: Investors should scrutinize activist holdings for signs of exit.]

  • Insider Liquidity Events Dominate

    Multiple filings (Intuitive Machines, Bioceres, YY Group) involve insiders or major shareholders selling for liquidity or diversification. This is a recurring theme that can create overhang and cap upside, even in companies with positive fundamentals. [IMPLICATION: Factor in insider selling plans when assessing near-term price targets.]

  • Concentrated Ownership as a Double-Edged Sword

    High-concentration filings (Empire Petroleum 30.7%, World Acceptance 34%, Climb Bio 33%, Marchex 18.5% with super-voting) provide stability and alignment but also create illiquidity and potential for value-destructive decisions if the controlling holder is entrenched. [IMPLICATION: Assess the track record and intentions of the controlling shareholder.]

  • Passive Institutional Position-Keeping

    The vast majority of filings (30+) are passive 13G filings with no change in ownership or intent. This reflects a market where large asset managers are maintaining positions but not actively accumulating or agitating. [IMPLICATION: The lack of new activist activity suggests a wait-and-see approach from most institutional investors.]

  • Dilution via Private Placements

    Two filings (NN Inc, PowerBank Corp) were triggered by dilutive private placements. This is a common financing mechanism for cash-strapped companies but is a negative signal for existing shareholders. [IMPLICATION: Monitor for follow-on offerings in small-cap names.]

Watch List (8)

  • Intuitive Machines (LUNR) / 10b5-1 Plan Expiration
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    The founder's existing 10b5-1 plan expires no later than September 21, 2026. Watch for the start of sales under the new plan and the impact on the stock price. [Date: September 21, 2026]

  • Camac Fund's filing signals potential for a proxy fight or shareholder proposal. Watch for a 13D amendment with specific demands or a public letter to management. [Event: Potential activist campaign launch]

  • The Archenia acquisition closed on July 1, 2026. Watch for Q3 earnings (likely Nov 2026) to assess revenue/EBITDA performance against earn-out targets. [Event: Q3 2026 Earnings Call]

  • The dilutive private placement closed on July 2, 2026. Watch for the next earnings call to assess the use of proceeds and any updated guidance from management. [Event: Next Earnings Call]

  • Bioceres Crop Solutions (BIOX) / Continued Selling
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    The major shareholder sold aggressively for 32 days. Watch for a 13D amendment indicating further sales or a complete exit, which would be a strong negative signal. [Event: Next 13D/A filing]

  • Stratus Properties (STRS) / Oasis Exit
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    Oasis Management sold a large block on July 2. Watch for a 13D amendment reducing their stake below 5% or a statement of intent. [Event: Next 13D/A filing]

  • The controlling shareholder has the right to repurchase up to 2.8M more shares. Watch for a filing indicating exercise of this right, which would be a bullish signal. [Event: Potential 13D/A amendment]

  • Alamar Biosciences (ALAM) / Board Appointment
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    The 6.1% shareholder (Sands Capital) currently has no board representation. Watch for a 13D amendment announcing a new board nominee or a change in strategy. [Event: Next 13D/A filing]

Filing Analyses (50)
Climb Bio, Inc. SC 13D/A neutral materiality 6/10

07-07-2026

RA Capital Management, L.P. and affiliated entities filed an amended Schedule 13D/A with the SEC on July 7, 2026, disclosing aggregate beneficial ownership of 23,249,186 shares of Climb Bio, Inc. common stock, representing 33.0% of the outstanding shares. The filing also reports that on June 29, 2026, Dr. Breanna Celebi (O'Reilly), an RA Capital analyst, was appointed to Climb Bio's Board of Directors, replacing Dr. Andrew Levin. Additionally, on July 2, 2026, Sera Medicines, LLC made a pro rata in-kind distribution of 2,479,872 shares to its members, with RA Capital Healthcare Fund, L.P. receiving 433,672 shares and RA Capital Nexus Fund III, L.P. receiving 805,391 shares.

  • · The filing is Amendment No. 10 to the original Schedule 13D filed on August 19, 2021.
  • · RA Capital's beneficial ownership is subject to a Beneficial Ownership Blocker preventing exercise of pre-funded warrants beyond 33.0% ownership.
  • · Dr. Celebi's stock options have an exercise price of $13.36 per share and vest in 36 equal monthly installments starting June 29, 2026.
  • · No other transactions in Climb Bio securities were effected by the Reporting Persons in the past 60 days except as disclosed.
CREDIT ACCEPTANCE CORP SC 13D/A neutral materiality 6/10

07-07-2026

Prescott General Partners LLC and related entities filed Amendment No. 14 to Schedule 13D with the SEC on July 7, 2026, disclosing their aggregate beneficial ownership of 1,554,378 shares (approximately 14.9%) of Credit Acceptance Corp (CACC) common stock. The filing reports a distribution of 9,891 shares by Prescott Associates L.P. to a limited partner on July 2, 2026, valued at $636.74 per share, reducing the group's holdings slightly. No other transactions occurred in the prior 60 days.

  • · Scott J. Vassalluzzo serves as a director of Credit Acceptance Corp and beneficially owns 65,758 shares for his own account, including 51,000 shares acquired for investment, 13,624 shares from vested RSUs, and 1,134 unvested RSUs.
  • · Thomas W. Smith beneficially owns 567,397 shares through Ridgeview Smith Investments LLC, a limited liability company whose sole member is a revocable trust for his family.
  • · The Reporting Persons disclaim any present plan or proposal for actions enumerated in Item 4 of Schedule 13D, but may engage in discussions with management, board, or shareholders to maximize shareholder value.
  • · No other transactions in CACC common stock occurred during the 60 days prior to the filing, except for the distribution of 9,891 shares.
Bioceres Crop Solutions Corp. SC 13D/A negative materiality 7/10

07-07-2026

Agriculture Investment Group Corp. (AIGC) and its subsidiary Granosur Holding Limited filed a Schedule 13D/A disclosing a reduction in their beneficial ownership of Bioceres Crop Solutions Corp. (BIOX) to 3,722,732 ordinary shares (5.83% of shares outstanding as of Dec 31, 2025). The decrease resulted from the sale of 676,711 shares in open market transactions between June 1 and July 2, 2026, at average prices ranging from $0.32 to $0.49 per share. The sales generated aggregate gross proceeds of approximately $254,000, with the stock price declining from $0.47 to $0.34 over the period.

  • · The Reporting Persons sold shares on 22 separate trading days over a 32-day period (June 1 to July 2, 2026).
  • · The average sale price declined from $0.47 on June 1 to $0.34 on July 2, a drop of approximately 28%.
  • · The largest single-day sale was on June 18, 2026, with 74,214 shares sold at $0.38 for gross proceeds of $28,565.
  • · The smallest sale was on June 10, 2026, with only 498 shares sold at $0.43 for $213.
  • · No other transactions in the Shares were effected by the Reporting Persons during the past sixty days beyond those listed.
  • · AIGC owns 100% of Granosur, making AIGC the ultimate beneficial owner of the shares held by Granosur.
Intuitive Machines, Inc. SC 13D/A neutral materiality 6/10

07-07-2026

Kamal Seyed Ghaffarian and his entities (Ghaffarian Enterprises, LLC and GM Enterprises, LLC) disclosed beneficial ownership of 38,429,036 shares of Intuitive Machines, Inc. Class A Common Stock, representing 19.7% of outstanding shares, in this Schedule 13D/A filing. On July 2, 2026, Ghaffarian Enterprises entered into a new 10b5-1 trading plan to sell up to 1,935,568 shares (less than 2% of total outstanding) for liquidity purposes, with sales not commencing until after the expiration of an existing plan dated December 4, 2025.

  • · The new 10b5-1 plan was entered into on July 2, 2026, and sales will not commence until after the expiration of the existing plan (which expires no later than September 21, 2026).
  • · The plan is intended solely to generate liquidity for Ghaffarian Enterprises, LLC and to achieve diversification while reducing over-concentration risk.
  • · Shares to be sold under the plan will be acquired through the tender of Class C shares and exchange of units of Intuitive Machines, LLC.
  • · The filing is Amendment No. 12 to the original Schedule 13D filed on February 8, 2024.
Opthea Ltd SC 13G/A neutral materiality 3/10

07-07-2026

Regal Partners Funds Management Pty Ltd and Regal Partners Ltd filed an amended Schedule 13G with the SEC on July 7, 2026, disclosing beneficial ownership of 45,215,626 ordinary shares of Opthea Ltd, representing 3.31% of the outstanding shares. The filing indicates no change in ownership from the prior period, with the same share count and percentage reported as of June 30, 2026.

  • · The filing is an amendment (Schedule 13G/A) filed under Rule 13d-1(b), indicating passive investment intent.
  • · No American Depositary Shares were held; all 45,215,626 shares are ordinary shares.
  • · The beneficial ownership percentage remained unchanged at 3.31% as of June 30, 2026.
  • · Both Regal Partners Funds Management Pty Ltd and Regal Partners Limited reported identical share counts and percentages.
Sky Quarry Inc. SC 13G/A neutral materiality 1/10

07-07-2026

JPMorgan Chase & Co. filed an amended Schedule 13G disclosing beneficial ownership of 3,249 common shares of Sky Quarry Inc. (SKYQ) as of June 30, 2026, representing approximately 0.0% of the outstanding shares. The shares were acquired and are held in the ordinary course of business and not for the purpose of changing or influencing control of the issuer.

Wilco 63 Corp SC 13G neutral materiality 5/10

07-07-2026

MMCAP International Inc. SPC and its affiliate MM Asset Management Inc. filed a Schedule 13G with the SEC on July 7, 2026, disclosing beneficial ownership of 2,200,000 Class A Ordinary Shares of Wilco 63 Corp (formerly Osprey Acquisition Corp. III), representing 6.1% of the outstanding shares. The filing indicates the shares were acquired in the ordinary course of business and not with the purpose of changing or influencing control of the issuer.

  • · The filing was made pursuant to Rule 13d-1(c) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
  • · MMCAP International Inc. SPC is organized under the laws of the Cayman Islands; MM Asset Management Inc. is organized under the laws of Ontario, Canada.
  • · The filers disclaim any purpose or effect of changing or influencing control of the issuer.
  • · A Joint Filing Agreement was executed on July 2, 2026, between MMCAP International Inc. SPC and MM Asset Management Inc.
Neutron Holdings, Inc. SC 13G neutral materiality 6/10

07-07-2026

Lunate Capital Ltd and related entities filed a Schedule 13G with the SEC on July 7, 2026, disclosing beneficial ownership of 9,815,949 shares of Neutron Holdings, Inc. (Lime) common stock, representing approximately 15.3% of the outstanding shares. The filing indicates a passive investment intent, with the group having sole voting and dispositive power over all reported shares.

  • · The shares are directly held by Sapphire Direct Holdings RSC Ltd, which is wholly owned by Lunate Legacy II LP.
  • · Lunate Capital Ltd is the investment manager of Lunate Legacy II LP and wholly owns Lunate Legacy II (GP) SPV Ltd, the general partner.
  • · Lunate Holding RSC Ltd wholly owns Lunate Capital Ltd and is majority-owned by Chimera Investment LLC.
  • · The filing is made pursuant to Rule 13d-1(c), indicating a passive investor status.
  • · The reporting persons have sole voting and dispositive power over all 9,815,949 shares, with no shared power.
Osprey Acquisition Corp. III SC 13G neutral materiality 5/10

07-07-2026

MMCAP International Inc. SPC and its affiliate MM Asset Management Inc. have filed a Schedule 13G with the SEC, disclosing beneficial ownership of 2,200,000 Class A Ordinary Shares of Osprey Acquisition Corp. III, representing a 6.1% stake as of July 1, 2026. The filing indicates the shares were acquired in the ordinary course of business and not with the intent to change or influence control of the issuer.

  • · The filing is made pursuant to Rule 13d-1(c) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
  • · Both MMCAP International Inc. SPC and MM Asset Management Inc. share voting and dispositive power over the 2,200,000 shares.
  • · MMCAP International Inc. SPC is organized under the laws of the Cayman Islands, while MM Asset Management Inc. is organized under the laws of Ontario, Canada.
  • · The filing includes a Joint Filing Agreement between the two entities dated July 2, 2026.
Apogee Acquisition Corp SC 13G neutral materiality 5/10

07-07-2026

Karpus Management, Inc. filed a Schedule 13G with the SEC on July 7, 2026, disclosing beneficial ownership of 2,648,075 shares of Apogee Acquisition Corp, representing 11.28% of the outstanding common stock. The shares are held in managed accounts, and Karpus exercises sole voting and dispositive power over all shares. The filing indicates passive investment intent, with no purpose of changing or influencing control of the issuer.

  • · Karpus Management, Inc. is a registered investment adviser under the Investment Advisers Act of 1940.
  • · Karpus is controlled by City of London Investment Group plc, but effective informational barriers prevent attribution of beneficial ownership between them.
  • · Karpus has sole voting power over 2,648,075 shares and sole dispositive power over 2,648,075 shares.
  • · The filing is made pursuant to Rule 13d-1(b), indicating passive investment intent.
Melar Acquisition Corp. I/Cayman SC 13G neutral materiality 6/10

07-07-2026

Karpus Management, Inc. filed a Schedule 13G with the SEC disclosing beneficial ownership of 961,303 common shares of Melar Acquisition Corp. I/Cayman, representing a 10.07% stake as of June 30, 2026. The shares are held in accounts managed by Karpus, a registered investment adviser controlled by City of London Investment Group plc, though informational barriers preclude attribution of beneficial ownership between the two firms. The filing certifies the securities were acquired in the ordinary course of business and not with the intent to influence control.

  • · Karpus Management, Inc. is a New York corporation and a registered investment adviser under the Investment Advisers Act of 1940.
  • · Karpus is controlled by City of London Investment Group plc (listed on the London Stock Exchange), but informational barriers exist per SEC Release No. 34-39538, preventing attribution of beneficial ownership.
  • · The Schedule 13G is filed under Rule 13d-1(b) (passive investor status).
  • · Karpus has sole voting power over 0 shares, sole dispositive power over 0 shares, shared voting power over 961,303 shares, and shared dispositive power over 961,303 shares.
  • · No other person is known to have the right to receive dividends or proceeds from the sale of these shares.
Knowles Corp SC 13G/A neutral materiality 3/10

07-07-2026

Neuberger Berman Group LLC filed a Schedule 13G/A with the SEC on July 7, 2026, disclosing beneficial ownership of 3,190,956 shares of Knowles Corp common stock, representing a 3.7% stake. The filing is an amendment to a prior 13G and was made pursuant to Rule 13d-1(b), indicating the shares were acquired in the ordinary course of business and not to influence control.

  • · The filing is an amendment (13G/A) to a prior Schedule 13G.
  • · Sole voting power: 3,010,124 shares; shared voting power: 0 shares.
  • · Sole dispositive power: 3,190,956 shares; shared dispositive power: 0 shares.
  • · Neuberger Berman disclaims beneficial ownership for certain subsidiaries under Rule 13d-4.
  • · Securities held by NB Alternatives Advisers LLC and other subsidiaries separated by an information barrier are not reflected in this filing.
WORLD ACCEPTANCE CORP SC 13D/A neutral materiality 6/10

07-07-2026

Prescott General Partners LLC and related entities filed Amendment No. 12 to Schedule 13D, disclosing aggregate beneficial ownership of 1,579,374 shares (34.0% of outstanding) of World Acceptance Corp as of July 2, 2026. On that date, Prescott Associates L.P. distributed 56,274 shares in kind to a limited partner at $223.83 per share, reducing its holdings. The filing also notes that Scott J. Vassalluzzo continues to serve as a director of the issuer.

  • · The filing is Amendment No. 12 to Schedule 13D, originally filed June 30, 2011.
  • · Prescott Associates distributed 56,274 shares in kind to a limited partner on July 2, 2026, reducing its holdings.
  • · No other reporting persons effected any transactions in the past 60 days.
  • · Scott J. Vassalluzzo serves as a director of World Acceptance Corp and beneficially owns 30,000 shares for his own account.
  • · Thomas W. Smith may be deemed to beneficially own 483,000 shares held by Ridgeview Smith Investments LLC.
  • · The reporting persons disclaim any present plan or proposal for actions enumerated in Item 4 of Schedule 13D.
MESA LABORATORIES INC /CO/ SC 13G/A neutral materiality 5/10

07-07-2026

Long Path Smaller Companies Fund, LP and related entities filed an amended Schedule 13G with the SEC, reporting beneficial ownership of 477,126 shares of Mesa Laboratories, Inc. (MLAB) common stock, representing 8.6% of the 5,524,931 shares outstanding as of May 21, 2026. The filing is a passive investment disclosure and does not indicate any intent to change or influence control of the issuer.

  • · This is Amendment No. 2 to the Schedule 13G originally filed on March 13, 2026.
  • · The filing is made under Rule 13d-1(c), indicating a passive investment.
  • · Each reporting person disclaims beneficial ownership except to the extent of pecuniary interest.
  • · The Fund is a Delaware limited partnership; the Fund GP is a Delaware limited liability company; the Adviser is a Delaware limited partnership; the Adviser GP is a Delaware limited liability company.
EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORP SC 13D/A neutral materiality 8/10

07-07-2026

Energy Evolution Master Fund, Ltd. (EEF) filed Amendment No. 4 to its Schedule 13D, disclosing beneficial ownership of 12,209,953 shares of Empire Petroleum Corp common stock, representing 30.7% of shares outstanding. The filing details a series of transactions from 2020 to 2024, including warrant exercises, convertible note conversions, bridge loans, and a rights offering, through which EEF increased its stake. The filing reflects EEF's continued significant investment and influence in Empire Petroleum.

  • · The filing amends and restates the Schedule 13D originally filed on June 24, 2021, with amendments on Oct 12, 2021, Jan 10, 2022, and Jul 10, 2024.
  • · All share references give effect to the 1-for-4 reverse stock split effective March 7, 2022.
  • · EEF is a Cayman Islands investment fund focusing on oil and gas and low-carbon energy.
  • · EEF has not been convicted in any criminal proceeding or been party to any securities-related civil proceeding in the last five years.
  • · On August 6, 2020, PIE partially assigned warrants to EEF for 25,000 shares at $0.40/share and 63,750 shares at $0.564/share.
  • · On March 11, 2021, EEF exercised those warrants for $45,955.
  • · On March 24, 2021, EEF purchased 75,000 shares and a warrant for 75,000 shares at $2.00/share for $105,000.
  • · On March 30, 2021, Phil E. Mulacek assigned a warrant for 150,000 shares at $2.00/share to EEF.
  • · On May 14, 2021, EEF exercised both warrants for $450,000.
  • · On May 14, 2021, Green Tree New Mexico issued a $16,250,000 Secured Convertible Note to EEF, convertible into up to 1,300,000 shares at $5.00/share.
  • · As partial consideration, EEF received 375,000 shares and a Note Warrant for 750,000 shares at $4.00/share.
  • · On June 15 and 16, 2021, EEF exercised the Note Warrant in full for $3,000,000.
  • · On May 14, 2021, Green Tree New Mexico issued a $1,500,000 Unsecured Convertible Note to Phil E. Mulacek, convertible into 300,000 shares at $5.00/share.
  • · On May 14, 2021, Mulacek converted the note and contributed the 300,000 shares to EEF.
  • · Mulacek also had rights to purchase up to 150,000 shares from executives at $3.00/share, which he contributed to EEF; EEF exercised those rights on May 27, 2021.
  • · On June 1, 2021, third parties transferred 525,000 shares to EEF in exchange for an ownership interest.
  • · On Sep 29, 2021, a Loan Modification Agreement allowed EEF to convert $6,500,000 principal plus interest into 1,323,802 shares on Sep 30, 2021, extended maturity to Jun 30, 2023, and issued a Loan Modification Warrant for 500,000 shares at $5.00/share.
  • · On Dec 30, 2021, EEF converted the remaining $5,715,353 principal and $55,075 interest into 1,154,085 shares.
  • · On Jul 20, 2023, EEF exercised the Loan Modification Warrant for $2,500,000, acquiring 500,000 shares.
  • · On Aug 9, 2023, the Company issued 67,000 shares valued at $600,990 to EEF for a Purchase Option.
  • · On Sep 19, 2023, EEF made a $5,000,000 Bridge Loan to Empire North Dakota, later amended and restated on Nov 9, 2023, with maturity extended to Dec 31, 2024 and interest payable in shares.
  • · On Nov 29, 2023, EEF purchased 1,256,832 shares for $10,054,657.53 ($8.00/share), with $5,054,657.53 paid via cancellation of the Bridge Loan.
  • · On Feb 16, 2024, EEF provided a $5,000,000 2024 Bridge Note, with $2,500,000 advanced on Feb 16 and $2,500,000 on Mar 13, 2024, convertible at $6.25/share, maturing Feb 15, 2026.
  • · On Apr 22, 2024, EEF purchased 1,606,546 shares in the Rights Offering for $8,032,730 ($5.00/share).
  • · On Apr 19, 2024, a subsidiary partially exercised the Purchase Option to acquire working interests.
XP Inc. SC 13D/A mixed materiality 6/10

07-07-2026

XP Control LLC and its manager Guilherme Dias Fernandes Benchimol filed an amended Schedule 13D on July 7, 2026, disclosing that on July 2, 2026, XP Control LLC exercised a repurchase right to buy back all non-voting interests held indirectly by Gabriel for 4,954,867 Class A shares. As a result, the Reporting Persons' beneficial ownership of Class A shares decreased from 101,752,469 to 96,797,602 shares (an 18.7% stake), and further potential dilution of up to 2,815,465 additional Class A shares exists if the repurchase right is exercised in full.

  • · The filing is Amendment No. 6 to the original Schedule 13D filed on December 27, 2021.
  • · Each Class B common share carries ten votes per share, while each Class A common share carries one vote.
  • · The percentage ownership reported (18.7%) does not reflect the ten-to-one voting power of Class B shares because they are treated as converted into Class A shares for Schedule 13D purposes.
  • · The Reporting Persons have not engaged in any other transactions involving Class A common shares during the past 60 days except for the repurchase described.
  • · Managers of XP Control LLC are Guilherme Dias Fernandes Benchimol and Fabricio Cunha de Almeida.
TriSalus Life Sciences, Inc. SC 13G/A neutral materiality 5/10

07-07-2026

First Light Asset Management, LLC and its managing member Mathew P. Arens disclosed in a Schedule 13G/A filing with the SEC on July 7, 2026, that they collectively beneficially own 6,596,242 shares of common stock of TriSalus Life Sciences, Inc., representing a 10.74% stake in the company. The filing was made pursuant to Rule 13d-1(b), indicating the shares were acquired in the ordinary course of business and not with the intent to change or influence control of the issuer.

  • · First Light Asset Management acts as investment adviser to separately managed accounts and private funds that hold the shares.
  • · The beneficial ownership is reported under Rule 13d-1(b), confirming a passive investment intent.
  • · Mathew P. Arens is a United States citizen and is deemed to beneficially own the same 6,596,242 shares due to his control of First Light Asset Management.
  • · TriSalus Life Sciences, Inc. is classified under SIC 3841 (Surgical & Medical Instruments & Apparatus) and is incorporated in Delaware.
NN INC SC 13D/A neutral materiality 6/10

07-07-2026

Legion Partners Asset Management, LLC and related entities filed Amendment No. 14 to Schedule 13D for NN Inc (NNBR) on July 7, 2026, triggered by a change in the number of outstanding shares following a private placement that added 24,509,804 shares on July 2, 2026. The Legion group collectively owns 4,998,147 shares (6.4% of outstanding shares), but their economic exposure via swap agreements has been reduced: Legion Partners I now holds swaps on 2,623,434 notional shares (3.4%) and Legion Partners II on 233,225 notional shares (0.3%), down from prior levels. The filing also notes that Raymond T. White, a director of NN Inc, was awarded 49,079 shares of restricted stock vesting March 18, 2027, but all economic interest in those shares goes to Legion Partners Asset Management.

  • · The filing was triggered by a change in the number of outstanding shares due to a private placement of 24,509,804 shares on July 2, 2026, which diluted the Legion group's ownership percentage from prior levels.
  • · Legion Partners I sold 134,423 notional shares via cash-settled total return swap on May 12, 2026 at a weighted average price of $2.4118.
  • · Legion Partners II sold 13,750 notional shares via cash-settled total return swap on May 12, 2026 at a weighted average price of $2.4118.
  • · Legion Partners XI sold 18,782 shares of common stock on May 12, 2026 at a weighted average price of $2.4118 (range $2.4000-$2.5500).
  • · Raymond T. White's 49,079 restricted stock units vest on March 18, 2027, but all economic interest belongs to Legion Partners Asset Management.
Arcosa, Inc. SC 13G/A neutral materiality 5/10

07-07-2026

Neuberger Berman Group LLC filed an amended Schedule 13G with the SEC on July 7, 2026, disclosing beneficial ownership of 1,579,472 shares of Arcosa, Inc. common stock, representing 3.2% of the class. The filing indicates a passive investment under Rule 13d-1(b), with shared voting power over 1,407,732 shares and shared dispositive power over all 1,579,472 shares. No period-over-period comparison is available as this is a snapshot filing.

  • · Neuberger Berman Group LLC disclaims beneficial ownership of the securities under Rule 13d-4, as shares are held in various fiduciary capacities.
  • · The filing includes a certification that the securities were acquired in the ordinary course of business and not to change or influence control.
  • · Shares held by NB Alternatives Advisers LLC and other subsidiaries separated by information barriers are not reflected in this filing.
  • · The filing is an amendment (SC 13G/A) but no prior ownership data is provided for comparison.
NEOGEN CORP SC 13G neutral materiality 7/10

07-07-2026

Neuberger Berman Group LLC disclosed a 7.6% beneficial ownership stake in NEOGEN CORP as of June 30, 2026, holding 16,570,795 shares. The filing, made under Rule 13d-1(b), indicates the shares are held in the ordinary course of business by Neuberger Berman and its affiliates, including Neuberger Berman Investment Advisers LLC (7.4% stake). No change in ownership or intent to influence control is reported.

  • · Filing is a Schedule 13G (passive investment), not a 13D (activist intent)
  • · Neuberger Berman Group LLC and its affiliates disclaim beneficial ownership under Rule 13d-4
  • · No single client of Neuberger Berman has an interest of more than 5% of the issuer
  • · Neuberger Berman Investment Advisers LLC manages registered mutual funds that hold NEOGEN shares
UFP TECHNOLOGIES INC SC 13G neutral materiality 5/10

07-07-2026

Neuberger Berman Group LLC filed a Schedule 13G with the SEC on July 7, 2026, disclosing beneficial ownership of 537,038 shares of UFP TECHNOLOGIES INC (UFPT), representing a 6.9% stake. The filing indicates that Neuberger Berman and its affiliates hold the shares in various fiduciary capacities for clients and disclaim any economic interest in the securities.

  • · The filing is made under Rule 13d-1(b), indicating the shares were acquired in the ordinary course of business and not to change or influence control of the issuer.
  • · Neuberger Berman Group LLC disclaims beneficial ownership of the securities pursuant to Exchange Act Rule 13d-4.
  • · No single client of Neuberger Berman has an interest of more than 5% of the issuer.
  • · The filing excludes securities that may be beneficially owned by NB Alternatives Advisers LLC and other subsidiaries separated by an information barrier.
Alamar Biosciences, Inc. SC 13D/A neutral materiality 5/10

07-07-2026

Sands Capital Life Sciences Pulse Fund II, L.P. and related parties filed an amended Schedule 13D reporting a 6.1% stake (4,230,926 shares) in Alamar Biosciences, Inc. The filing was triggered by the passing of board member Ian Ratcliffe on July 5, 2026, who had served as the Reporting Persons' representative on the board. No other affiliated person currently serves on the board, and the Reporting Persons do not currently intend to seek board representation.

  • · No transactions in Common Stock were effected by the Reporting Persons during the 60 days preceding the filing.
  • · The Reporting Persons reserve the right to increase or decrease their holdings in the future.
  • · The filing amends the original Schedule 13D filed on April 23, 2026.
Ares Acquisition Corp III SC 13G neutral materiality 4/10

07-07-2026

Millennium Management LLC and affiliated entities disclosed a 5.3% passive stake in Ares Acquisition Corp III, holding 2,105,000 Class A ordinary shares as of June 30, 2026. The filing confirms the position was acquired for investment purposes only, with no intent to change or influence control of the issuer.

  • · The securities are held by entities subject to voting control by Millennium Management LLC, Millennium Group Management LLC, and Israel A. Englander.
  • · Filers disclaim beneficial ownership status individually despite joint filing.
  • · The filing is made under Rule 13d-1(c), confirming a passive investment intent.
  • · No prior period comparison is available as this is an initial filing for the position.
MARCHEX INC SC 13D mixed materiality 7/10

07-07-2026

Russell C. Horowitz, founder and Chairman of Marchex Inc., filed a Schedule 13D on July 7, 2026, disclosing beneficial ownership of 8,813,485 shares (18.5% of outstanding shares). The filing was triggered by his acquisition of $4.9 million in convertible promissory notes on July 1, 2026, which are initially convertible into 2,702,703 shares at $1.80 per share as partial consideration for Marchex's acquisition of Archenia, Inc. While the filing reflects a significant increase in his ownership stake, it also includes earn-out provisions that depend on Archenia's future revenue or Adjusted EBITDA performance relative to the prior 12-month period.

  • · The Schedule 13D was filed because Horowitz's beneficial ownership exceeded 2% on July 1, 2026, triggering a change from Schedule 13G eligibility to Schedule 13D filing.
  • · The $4.9 million convertible notes were issued as part of the consideration for Marchex's acquisition of Archenia, Inc. under a Stock Purchase Agreement dated May 8, 2026.
  • · Each share of Class A Common Stock held by Horowitz is entitled to 25 votes, giving him significant voting influence beyond his 18.5% economic stake.
  • · The earn-out provisions require Archenia's revenue or Adjusted EBITDA to exceed the prior 12-month period along with specific integration and customer retention targets for additional share issuances.
  • · No transactions in shares by Horowitz occurred during the 60 days prior to the filing (other than the acquisition of notes).
Graf Global Corp. SC 13G neutral materiality 6/10

07-07-2026

Harraden Circle Investments, LLC and related entities filed a Schedule 13G with the SEC on July 7, 2026, disclosing beneficial ownership of 2,000,000 Class A shares in Graf Global Corp., representing 6.96% of the outstanding shares. The filing, made under Rule 13d-1(c), is an initial statement and reflects passive investment intent by the group, which includes multiple funds and Frederick V. Fortmiller, Jr. as the ultimate controlling person.

  • · The filing is made pursuant to Rule 13d-1(c), indicating a passive investment intent with no purpose or effect of changing or influencing control of the issuer.
  • · Each of Harraden Fund (3.51%), Harraden Special Op Fund (1.24%), Harraden Strategic Fund (1.69%), and Harraden Concentrated Fund (0.51%) own shares directly, with the remaining small amount owned by other high net worth individuals managed by Harraden Adviser.
  • · The shares are held for investment purposes only, and the group certifies they were not acquired with the intent to change control.
Champion Homes, Inc. SC 13G neutral materiality 5/10

07-07-2026

Wasatch Advisors LP filed a Schedule 13G with the SEC on July 7, 2026, disclosing beneficial ownership of 2,747,516 shares (5.0%) of Champion Homes, Inc. (NYSE: SKY). The filing is a passive investment disclosure under Rule 13d-1(b), indicating the shares were acquired in the ordinary course of business and not with the intent to influence control of the issuer.

  • · The filing is pursuant to Rule 13d-1(b) (passive investment exemption).
  • · Wasatch Advisors LP holds sole voting power over 1,923,665 shares and sole dispositive power over all 2,747,516 shares.
  • · The SEC file number is 005-30169, and the filing was made on July 7, 2026.
EBR Systems, Inc. SC 13G/A neutral materiality 6/10

07-07-2026

Host-Plus Pty Ltd, as trustee for the HOSTPLUS Pooled Superannuation Trust, filed an amended Schedule 13G disclosing beneficial ownership of 8,056,095 shares of EBR Systems, Inc. common stock (including shares underlying CDIs and warrants), representing 10.6% of the outstanding shares as of June 29, 2026. The filing was triggered by the acquisition of 25,630,390 CDIs through the issuer's retail entitlement offer that closed on June 29, 2026, and the reporting person now qualifies as a passive investor under Rule 13d-1(c).

  • · The filing is an amendment to the initial Schedule 13G filed on November 26, 2024.
  • · The reporting person changed its filing status to 'Passive Investor' under Rule 13d-1(c).
  • · A 1-for-10 reverse stock split was effected on April 1, 2026; CDIs were not consolidated but the conversion ratio changed from 1-to-1 to 10-to-1.
  • · The beneficial ownership includes shares underlying CDIs and warrants, with 430,135 shares issuable upon exercise of warrants.
POWERBANK Corp SC 13G neutral materiality 6/10

07-07-2026

Davidson Kempner Capital Management LP and related entities filed a Schedule 13G with the SEC on July 7, 2026, disclosing beneficial ownership of 3,094,688 common shares of PowerBank Corp (formerly SolarBank Corp), representing 5.66% of the outstanding shares. The filing is a passive investment under Rule 13d-1(c) and was triggered by a private placement that closed on July 1, 2026, which increased total shares outstanding to 54,697,277.

  • · The filing is made under Rule 13d-1(c), indicating the securities were not acquired to change or influence control of the issuer.
  • · PowerBank Corp changed its name from SolarBank Corp on February 7, 2024.
  • · The private placement of 7,000,000 shares closed on July 1, 2026, increasing total outstanding shares from 47,697,277 to 54,697,277.
  • · Anthony A. Yoseloff is the ultimate individual responsible for voting and investment decisions for the shares held by CO and DKAERV.
Protara Therapeutics, Inc. SC 13G/A neutral materiality 5/10

07-07-2026

Millennium Management LLC and affiliated entities reported beneficial ownership of 3,201,936 shares (5.7%) of Protara Therapeutics, Inc. common stock as of July 1, 2026, in an amended Schedule 13G filing under Rule 13d-1(c). The filing indicates a passive investment without intent to change or influence control.

  • · The filing is an amendment to Schedule 13G (SC 13G/A), filed under Rule 13d-1(c) as a passive investment.
  • · The securities are held by entities subject to voting control and investment discretion by Millennium Management LLC, with Millennium Group Management LLC as its managing member and Israel A. Englander as sole voting trustee.
  • · The filers include a joint filing agreement dated July 6, 2026, among the reporting entities.
  • · The filing explicitly states the securities were not acquired for the purpose of changing or influencing control.
YY Group Holding Ltd. SC 13D/A neutral materiality 6/10

07-07-2026

Hyperscale Data, Inc. and related entities filed Amendment No. 8 to their Schedule 13D, disclosing aggregate beneficial ownership of 317,583 Class A ordinary shares of YY Group Holding Ltd. (9.9% of outstanding shares after a 1:30 reverse stock split effective June 23, 2026). Milton C. Ault III individually owns 319,917 shares (10.0%). Since the prior filing, Ault Lending purchased 64,000 shares and Alpha Structured Finance LP purchased 9,983 shares in open market transactions at prices ranging from $1.22 to $1.71 per share, reflecting continued accumulation.

  • · The filing is Amendment No. 8 to Schedule 13D originally filed on April 15, 2026.
  • · A 1:30 reverse stock split was effective June 23, 2026, and all share amounts reflect this split.
  • · All reporting persons share voting and dispositive power over their respective shares; no sole power is held except Milton C. Ault III has sole power over his 2,334 directly owned shares.
  • · No transactions were reported since Amendment No. 7 except those listed in Exhibit 1.
BED BATH & BEYOND, INC. SC 13G/A neutral materiality 7/10

07-07-2026

Mitchell Rosen, Sharon Rosen, and their respective revocable trusts filed an amended Schedule 13G with the SEC on July 7, 2026, disclosing aggregate beneficial ownership of 7,200,000 shares of Bed Bath & Beyond, Inc. common stock as of June 30, 2026. This represents approximately 8.9% of the outstanding shares for each of Mitchell and Sharon Rosen, while each trust individually holds 3,600,000 shares (4.4%). The filing corrects an inadvertent omission from the initial Schedule 13G and includes a joint filing agreement.

  • · The filing is an amendment (No. 1) to correct an inadvertent omission and to include a joint filing agreement.
  • · The outstanding share count used for percentage calculations is 81,138,495 shares, which includes 7,200,000 shares issued to the reporting persons in connection with the transaction giving rise to this filing.
  • · Each reporting person disclaims beneficial ownership of securities reported by other reporting persons except to the extent of their pecuniary interest.
  • · The filing is made under Rule 13d-1(c), indicating the securities were not acquired with the purpose of changing or influencing control of the issuer.
HERC HOLDINGS INC SC 13G/A neutral materiality 2/10

07-07-2026

Invesco Ltd. filed a Schedule 13G/A with the SEC on July 7, 2026, disclosing beneficial ownership of 27,375 shares of Herc Holdings Inc. common stock as of June 30, 2026, representing 0.1% of the outstanding shares. This filing is an amendment to a previous 13G filing and reflects a slight decrease from the 26,465 shares previously reported.

  • · Invesco Ltd. is a parent holding company to its investment advisers and may be deemed to beneficially own the shares held by clients.
  • · No individual has greater than 5% economic ownership of the shares.
  • · The shareholders of the fund have the right to receive or the power to direct the receipt of dividends and proceeds from the sale of securities.
  • · The securities were acquired and are held in the ordinary course of business, not for the purpose of changing or influencing control of the issuer.
STRATUS PROPERTIES INC SC 13D/A mixed materiality 7/10

07-07-2026

Oasis Management Co Ltd. and related entities filed Amendment No. 7 to their Schedule 13D, disclosing beneficial ownership of 843,517 shares of Stratus Properties Inc. common stock, representing 10.6% of the 7,982,723 shares outstanding as of April 30, 2026. However, the filing reveals that Oasis Investments II Master Fund Ltd. sold a total of 138,332 shares in open market transactions over the past sixty days, reducing its stake from a higher level.

  • · The sales occurred on four dates: May 7 (720 shares at $30.03), May 26 (10,000 shares at $29.05), June 30 (10,000 shares at $28.90), and July 2 (117,612 shares at $28.03).
  • · The average sale price declined from $30.03 to $28.03 over the period, indicating potential downward price pressure.
  • · No other Reporting Persons (Oasis Management Co Ltd. or Seth Fischer) engaged in any transactions in the past sixty days.
CRYO CELL INTERNATIONAL INC SC 13D/A neutral materiality 6/10

07-07-2026

Camac Fund, LP, along with related entities Camac Partners, LLC, Camac Capital, LLC, and Eric Shahinian, filed an amended Schedule 13D disclosing beneficial ownership of 551,081 shares of Cryo-Cell International Inc., representing 6.8% of the outstanding common stock. The filing details recent open-market purchases totaling approximately 80,442 shares between May 11 and July 6, 2026, at prices ranging from $3.255 to $3.450 per share, with an aggregate purchase price of about $1,807,998. The reporting persons state they believe the securities were undervalued and may engage with management on board composition, corporate governance, asset monetization, and capital returns.

  • · The filing is an amendment to a Schedule 13D originally filed on March 25, 2026.
  • · Recent purchases include 47,046 shares on July 2, 2026 at $3.299/share and 5,151 shares on July 6, 2026 at $3.255/share.
  • · The reporting persons may increase or decrease their positions or enter hedging transactions without affecting beneficial ownership.
  • · No reporting person has been convicted in a criminal proceeding or been party to a civil securities law proceeding in the last five years.
TMC the metals Co Inc. SC 13D/A positive materiality 7/10

07-07-2026

Allseas Group S.A. and affiliated entities filed an amended Schedule 13D disclosing a 15.6% beneficial ownership stake in TMC the metals Co Inc. (TMCWW). On July 1, 2026, Allseas acquired 7,305,567 TMC common shares at $4.66 per share under a commercial arrangement related to a Contract for Development Work and Commercial Production, increasing its aggregate holdings to 66,502,501 shares (15.4%). The filing reflects Allseas' continued strategic investment and deepening partnership with TMC, though no negative or flat performance metrics were reported in this beneficial ownership update.

  • · The 7,305,567 shares were issued under a Contract for Development Work and Commercial Production dated May 11, 2026, effective March 30, 2026.
  • · Allseas' total beneficial ownership includes 62,419,168 common shares held directly, plus 1,750,000 shares from Class A Warrants (acquired Aug 2023) and 2,333,333 shares from Class C Warrants (acquired May 2025).
  • · Argentum Cedit Virtuti NV directly holds an additional 1,000,000 TMC common shares.
  • · The shares were issued in reliance on Section 4(a)(2) exemption from registration as a private transaction.
  • · Allseas is described as TMC's 'largest strategic shareholder'.
FIRST TRUST EXCHANGE-TRADED FUND VII SC 13G/A neutral materiality 6/10

07-07-2026

First Trust Portfolios L.P., First Trust Advisors L.P., and The Charger Corporation filed a Schedule 13G/A disclosing shared beneficial ownership of 1,735,102 shares of First Trust Alternative Absolute Return Strategy ETF (issued by First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VII), representing 30.71% of the ETF’s outstanding shares. The units are held primarily through unit investment trusts sponsored by First Trust Portfolios L.P., and the filers disclaim beneficial ownership of the shares held in those trusts.

  • · The filing is an amendment to a previous Schedule 13G, made as of June 30, 2026.
  • · First Trust Portfolios L.P. acts as sponsor of certain unit investment trusts that hold shares of the issuer, but no individual trust holds more than 3% of any registered investment company issuer's shares.
  • · First Trust Advisors L.P. serves as portfolio supervisor of the underlying unit investment trusts, and also holds additional shares through other registered investment companies, pooled investment vehicles, and separately managed accounts.
  • · The filers collectively disclaim beneficial ownership of the shares held by the unit investment trusts.
  • · Shares held by the unit investment trusts are voted by the trustee to mirror the vote of other shareholders, except when First Trust Portfolios L.P. enters into a voting agreement in the best interest of unit holders under Rule 12d1-4.
FIRST TRUST EXCHANGE-TRADED FUND V SC 13G neutral materiality 5/10

07-07-2026

First Trust Portfolios L.P., First Trust Advisors L.P., and The Charger Corporation filed a Schedule 13G with the SEC on July 7, 2026, disclosing beneficial ownership of 1,098,446 shares of First Trust Managed Futures Strategy Fund (a series of First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund V), representing 20.15% of the fund's outstanding shares. The filing notes that the shares are held primarily through unit investment trusts sponsored by First Trust Portfolios L.P., and that none of the reporting persons have the power to vote those shares (except under limited conditions). All reporting persons disclaim beneficial ownership of the shares.

  • · The filing is made pursuant to Rule 13d-1(b) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
  • · First Trust Portfolios L.P. acts as sponsor of certain unit investment trusts that hold shares of the issuer; no individual UIT holds more than 3% of any registered investment company issuer's shares.
  • · First Trust Advisors L.P. serves as portfolio supervisor of the UITs and also holds shares in other registered investment companies, pooled investment vehicles, and separately managed accounts.
  • · The Charger Corporation is the general partner of both First Trust Portfolios L.P. and First Trust Advisors L.P.
  • · Shares are voted by the trustee of the UITs to be voted as closely as possible in the same manner and proportion as shares held by other owners, except under Rule 12d1-4 where First Trust Portfolios L.P. may vote in the best interest of unit holders.
  • · All reporting persons disclaim beneficial ownership of the shares identified in the filing.
  • · The filing includes a Joint Filing Agreement under Rule 13d-1(k)(1).
FIRST TRUST EXCHANGE-TRADED FUND II SC 13G neutral materiality 3/10

07-07-2026

First Trust Portfolios L.P., First Trust Advisors L.P., and The Charger Corporation filed a Schedule 13G with the SEC on July 7, 2026, disclosing beneficial ownership of 842,208 shares (20.29%) of First Trust International Equity Opportunities ETF, a series of First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund II. The filing is made under Rule 13d-1(b) and the entities disclaim beneficial ownership of the shares, which are held primarily through unit investment trusts sponsored by First Trust Portfolios L.P.

  • · The filing is made pursuant to Rule 13d-1(b) and is a joint filing under Rule 13d-1(k)(1).
  • · The Charger Corporation is the General Partner of both First Trust Portfolios L.P. and First Trust Advisors L.P.
  • · First Trust Portfolios L.P. acts as sponsor of certain unit investment trusts that hold shares of the issuer; no individual unit investment trust holds more than 3% of any registered investment company issuer's shares.
  • · First Trust Advisors L.P. acts as portfolio supervisor of the unit investment trusts.
  • · Neither First Trust Portfolios L.P., First Trust Advisors L.P., nor The Charger Corporation have the power to vote the shares held by the unit investment trusts; those shares are voted by the trustee to mirror the vote of other shareholders.
  • · The difference between the aggregate beneficial ownership amount and the shares held by unit investment trusts represents shares held in other registered investment companies, pooled investment vehicles, and/or separately managed accounts for which First Trust Advisors L.P. serves as investment advisor or sub-advisor.
  • · Each reporting person disclaims beneficial ownership of the shares identified in the filing.
FIRST TRUST EXCHANGE-TRADED ALPHADEX FUND II SC 13G/A neutral materiality 3/10

07-07-2026

First Trust Portfolios L.P., First Trust Advisors L.P., and The Charger Corporation filed a Schedule 13G/A disclosing beneficial ownership of 1,185,499 shares (50.45%) of First Trust Asia Pacific ex-Japan AlphaDEX Fund, a series of First Trust Exchange-Traded AlphaDEX Fund II, as of June 30, 2026. The filing is an amendment to a prior Schedule 13G and reflects a majority ownership position, though all reporting entities disclaim beneficial ownership of the shares held by unit investment trusts and other managed accounts.

  • · The filing is an amendment to Schedule 13G (SC 13G/A) filed under Rule 13d-1(b).
  • · First Trust Portfolios L.P. acts as sponsor of unit investment trusts that hold shares of the issuer, but no individual trust holds more than 3% of any registered investment company issuer's shares.
  • · First Trust Advisors L.P. serves as portfolio supervisor of those unit investment trusts and also holds shares in other registered investment companies, pooled vehicles, and separately managed accounts.
  • · Neither First Trust Portfolios L.P., First Trust Advisors L.P., nor The Charger Corporation have the power to vote the shares held by the unit investment trusts; those shares are voted by the trustee to mirror the vote of other shareholders.
  • · The reporting persons disclaim beneficial ownership of the shares identified in the filing.
FIRST TRUST EXCHANGE-TRADED FUND VIII SC 13G/A neutral materiality 3/10

07-07-2026

First Trust Portfolios L.P., First Trust Advisors L.P., and The Charger Corporation filed a Schedule 13G/A disclosing beneficial ownership of 597,614 shares (19.76%) of FT Vest U.S. Equity Enhance & Moderate Buffer ETF - September, a series of First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII, as of June 30, 2026. The filing is an amendment to a prior Schedule 13G and reflects no change in the number of shares owned or percentage held compared to the previous filing. All reporting entities disclaim beneficial ownership of the shares, which are held primarily by unit investment trusts sponsored by First Trust Portfolios L.P.

  • · The filing is an amendment (Schedule 13G/A) to a prior Schedule 13G, indicating no change in ownership from the previous filing.
  • · The shares are held primarily by unit investment trusts sponsored by First Trust Portfolios L.P., and no individual unit investment trust holds more than 3% of any registered investment company issuer's shares.
  • · The reporting persons disclaim beneficial ownership of the shares, and the shares are voted by the trustee of the unit investment trusts, not by the reporting persons.
  • · The filing is made jointly by the three entities pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1).
FIRST TRUST EXCHANGE-TRADED FUND VIII SC 13G/A neutral materiality 3/10

07-07-2026

First Trust Portfolios L.P., First Trust Advisors L.P., and The Charger Corporation filed a Schedule 13G/A disclosing aggregate beneficial ownership of 1,359,649 shares (23.04%) of FT Vest International Equity Moderate Buffer ETF - December, a series of First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII, as of June 30, 2026. The filing is an amendment to a prior Schedule 13G and is made pursuant to Rule 13d-1(b), indicating passive investment intent. The reporting entities disclaim beneficial ownership of the shares, which are held primarily through unit investment trusts and other managed accounts.

  • · The filing is an amendment (Schedule 13G/A) to a prior Schedule 13G.
  • · The reporting persons disclaim beneficial ownership of the shares.
  • · First Trust Portfolios L.P. acts as sponsor of unit investment trusts that hold shares; no individual trust holds more than 3% of any registered investment company's shares.
  • · First Trust Advisors L.P. serves as portfolio supervisor for those unit investment trusts.
  • · The shares held by unit investment trusts are voted by the trustee, not by the reporting persons, except under certain agreements per Rule 12d1-4.
  • · The difference between aggregate beneficial ownership (1,359,649 shares) and shares held by unit investment trusts (1,244,548 shares) represents shares held in other registered investment companies, pooled vehicles, or separately managed accounts advised by First Trust Advisors L.P.
FIRST TRUST EXCHANGE-TRADED FUND VIII SC 13G neutral materiality 3/10

07-07-2026

First Trust Portfolios L.P., First Trust Advisors L.P., and The Charger Corporation filed a Schedule 13G with the SEC on July 7, 2026, disclosing beneficial ownership of 612,257 shares (31.40%) of FT Vest U.S. Equity Enhance & Moderate Buffer ETF - October, a series of First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII. The filing indicates that the shares are held primarily through unit investment trusts and other managed accounts, and all reporting persons disclaim beneficial ownership. The filing is made under Rule 13d-1(b) and includes a joint filing agreement.

  • · The filing is made pursuant to Rule 13d-1(b) and Rule 13d-1(k)(1) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
  • · First Trust Portfolios L.P. acts as sponsor of certain unit investment trusts that hold shares of the issuer; no individual unit investment trust holds more than 3% of any registered investment company issuer's shares.
  • · First Trust Advisors L.P. serves as portfolio supervisor of the unit investment trusts.
  • · Neither First Trust Portfolios L.P., First Trust Advisors L.P., nor The Charger Corporation have the power to vote the shares held by the unit investment trusts; those shares are voted by the trustee to mirror the vote of other shareholders.
  • · The reporting persons disclaim beneficial ownership of the shares identified in the filing.
  • · The filing includes a Joint Filing Agreement as Exhibit 99.1.
FIRST TRUST EXCHANGE-TRADED FUND VIII SC 13G/A neutral materiality 3/10

07-07-2026

A Schedule 13G/A filing on July 7, 2026, shows that First Trust Portfolios L.P., First Trust Advisors L.P., and The Charger Corporation collectively hold 27,152 shares (0.88%) of the FT Vest U.S. Equity Enhance & Moderate Buffer ETF – June (a series of First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII). The filing reports no change in holdings from the initial filing (all values are at zero for sole/shared voting power). The entities disclaim beneficial ownership of the shares, which are held primarily by unit investment trusts sponsored by First Trust Portfolios L.P.

  • · The filing is an amendment (13G/A) with no change in reported holdings versus the prior filing.
  • · All three reporting entities disclaim beneficial ownership of the shares.
  • · The shares are voted by the unit investment trust trustee to mirror the vote of other shareholders, except under agreements permitted by Rule 12d1-4.
FIRST TRUST EXCHANGE-TRADED FUND VIII SC 13G neutral materiality 5/10

07-07-2026

First Trust Portfolios L.P., First Trust Advisors L.P., and The Charger Corporation filed a Schedule 13G with the SEC on July 7, 2026, disclosing beneficial ownership of 551,090 shares (15.20%) of First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (CUSIP: 33740F474). The filing indicates that the shares are held primarily through unit investment trusts sponsored by First Trust Portfolios L.P., with no single trust holding more than 3% of any registered investment company's shares. All reporting entities disclaim beneficial ownership of the shares.

  • · The Schedule 13G was filed pursuant to Rule 13d-1(b), indicating the shares were acquired in the ordinary course of business and not to change or influence control.
  • · The filing is a joint filing by The Charger Corporation, First Trust Portfolios L.P., and First Trust Advisors L.P. under Rule 13d-1(k)(1).
  • · First Trust Portfolios L.P. reported 0 shares beneficially owned, while First Trust Advisors L.P. and The Charger Corporation each reported 551,090 shares.
  • · The reporting entities disclaim beneficial ownership of the shares identified in the filing.
  • · No individual unit investment trust sponsored by First Trust Portfolios L.P. holds more than 3% of any registered investment company issuer's shares.
FIRST TRUST EXCHANGE-TRADED FUND VIII SC 13G/A neutral materiality 2/10

07-07-2026

First Trust Portfolios L.P., First Trust Advisors L.P., and The Charger Corporation filed an amended Schedule 13G with the SEC on July 7, 2026, disclosing aggregate beneficial ownership of 29,410 shares (2.87%) of FT Vest U.S. Equity Enhance & Moderate Buffer ETF - July, a series of First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII. The filing indicates no dispositive power over the shares, which are held primarily through unit investment trusts and managed accounts, and all reporting persons disclaim beneficial ownership.

  • · The filing is made pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1) and Rule 13d-1(b).
  • · Each reporting person disclaims beneficial ownership of the shares.
  • · First Trust Portfolios L.P. acts as sponsor of certain unit investment trusts that hold shares of the issuer.
  • · First Trust Advisors L.P. serves as portfolio supervisor for those trusts.
  • · The Charger Corporation is the general partner of both First Trust Portfolios L.P. and First Trust Advisors L.P.
  • · The reporting persons do not have the power to vote the shares held by the unit investment trusts; those shares are voted by the trustee.
  • · Subject to Rule 12d1-4, First Trust Portfolios L.P. may enter into an agreement to vote shares in the best interest of unit holders.
FIRST TRUST EXCHANGE-TRADED FUND VIII SC 13G neutral materiality 5/10

07-07-2026

First Trust Portfolios L.P., First Trust Advisors L.P., and The Charger Corporation filed a Schedule 13G with the SEC on July 7, 2026, disclosing beneficial ownership of 588,709 shares (44.43%) of FT Vest U.S. Equity Enhance & Moderate Buffer ETF - November, a series of First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII. The filing states that the shares are held primarily by unit investment trusts sponsored by First Trust Portfolios L.P., and that none of the reporting persons have the power to vote those shares; voting is done by the trustee to mirror other shareholders. Each reporting person disclaims beneficial ownership of the shares.

  • · The filing is made pursuant to Rule 13d-1(b) and is a joint filing under Rule 13d-1(k)(1).
  • · First Trust Portfolios L.P. reported 0 shares beneficially owned in Row (8) but the unit investment trusts it sponsors hold 588,709 shares.
  • · First Trust Advisors L.P. and The Charger Corporation each report 588,709 shares beneficially owned (44.43%).
  • · No individual unit investment trust sponsored by First Trust Portfolios L.P. holds more than 3% of any registered investment company issuer's shares.
  • · The shares are voted by the trustee of the unit investment trusts to mirror the vote of other shareholders, except under certain agreements where First Trust Portfolios L.P. may vote in the best interest of unit holders.
FIRST TRUST EXCHANGE-TRADED FUND SC 13G neutral materiality 5/10

07-07-2026

First Trust Portfolios L.P., First Trust Advisors L.P., and The Charger Corporation filed a Schedule 13G with the SEC on July 7, 2026, disclosing aggregate beneficial ownership of 2,441,445 shares (16.39%) of the First Trust NASDAQ-100-Technology Sector Index Fund, a series of First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund. The filing notes that the vast majority of these shares (2,428,884) are held by unit investment trusts sponsored by First Trust Portfolios L.P., and that none of the reporting persons have the power to vote those shares, which are voted by the trustee. All reporting persons disclaim beneficial ownership of the shares.

  • · The filing is made pursuant to Rule 13d-1(b) and is a joint filing under Rule 13d-1(k)(1).
  • · First Trust Portfolios L.P. acts as sponsor of unit investment trusts that hold shares of the issuer; no individual trust holds more than 3% of any registered investment company issuer's shares.
  • · First Trust Advisors L.P. serves as portfolio supervisor of those unit investment trusts.
  • · The shares held by the unit investment trusts are voted by the trustee to mirror the vote of other shareholders, except under certain conditions per Rule 12d1-4.
  • · The difference between the aggregate beneficial ownership (2,441,445) and the unit investment trust holdings (2,428,884) represents shares held in other registered investment companies, pooled investment vehicles, and/or separately managed accounts advised by First Trust Advisors L.P.
FIRST TRUST EXCHANGE-TRADED FUND VIII SC 13G/A neutral materiality 3/10

07-07-2026

First Trust Portfolios L.P., First Trust Advisors L.P., and The Charger Corporation filed a Schedule 13G/A disclosing a 4.72% beneficial ownership stake (30,655 shares) in FT Vest U.S. Equity Enhance & Moderate Buffer ETF - August, a series of First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII. The filing is an amendment to a prior Schedule 13G, and the reporting entities disclaim beneficial ownership of the shares, which are held primarily through unit investment trusts and managed accounts in the ordinary course of business. The filing reflects no change in ownership level compared to the previous period, indicating a flat position.

  • · The filing is an amendment (13G/A) to a previous Schedule 13G, indicating ongoing reporting requirements but no change in ownership.
  • · The beneficial ownership claimed is 0 shares for First Trust Portfolios L.P., while First Trust Advisors L.P. and The Charger Corporation each report 30,655 shares.
  • · All reporting entities disclaim beneficial ownership of the shares identified in the filing.
  • · Shares are voted by the trustee of the unit investment trusts to align with the vote of other shareholders, except under specific agreements per Rule 12d1-4.
FIRST TRUST EXCHANGE-TRADED FUND VIII SC 13G/A neutral materiality 3/10

07-07-2026

First Trust Portfolios L.P., First Trust Advisors L.P., and The Charger Corporation filed a Schedule 13G/A with the SEC on July 7, 2026, disclosing aggregate beneficial ownership of 2,513,620 shares (30.10%) of First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (FT Vest U.S. Equity Moderate Buffer ETF - September). The filing is made under Rule 13d-1(b) and the entities disclaim beneficial ownership of the shares, which are held primarily by unit investment trusts and other managed accounts. The filing is an amendment to a previous Schedule 13G, but no prior period data is provided for comparison.

  • · The filing is an amendment to a previous Schedule 13G (no prior period data provided).
  • · The reporting persons disclaim beneficial ownership of the shares.
  • · No individual unit investment trust sponsored by First Trust Portfolios L.P. holds more than 3% of any registered investment company issuer's shares.
  • · The shares are voted by the trustee of the unit investment trusts, not by the reporting persons.
  • · First Trust Advisors L.P. serves as investment advisor and/or sub-advisor for other registered investment companies, pooled vehicles, and separately managed accounts that may hold shares of the issuer.
FIRST TRUST EXCHANGE-TRADED FUND IV SC 13G neutral materiality 3/10

07-07-2026

First Trust Portfolios L.P., First Trust Advisors L.P., and The Charger Corporation filed a Schedule 13G with the SEC on July 7, 2026, disclosing aggregate beneficial ownership of 2,289,377 shares (10.57%) of First Trust Structured Credit Income Opportunities ETF, a series of First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund IV. The filing notes that the shares are held primarily by unit investment trusts sponsored by First Trust Portfolios L.P., and that none of the reporting persons have the power to vote those shares (voting is done by the trustee). All reporting persons disclaim beneficial ownership of the shares.

  • · The filing is made pursuant to Rule 13d-1(b) (passive investment).
  • · First Trust Portfolios L.P. acts as sponsor of certain unit investment trusts that hold shares of the issuer; no individual unit investment trust holds more than 3% of any registered investment company issuer's shares.
  • · First Trust Advisors L.P. serves as portfolio supervisor of those unit investment trusts.
  • · The shares are voted by the trustee of the unit investment trusts, not by the reporting persons, except under certain conditions per Rule 12d1-4.
  • · The difference between the aggregate beneficial ownership (2,289,377 shares) and the shares held by unit investment trusts (1,621,156 shares) represents shares held in other registered investment companies, pooled vehicles, or separately managed accounts advised by First Trust Advisors L.P.

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