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Saba Capital builds 31.28% stake in ASA Gold and Precious Metals (ASA)

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Form Type
SCHEDULE 13D/A

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

ASA Gold and Precious Metals Limited received an updated Schedule 13D/A from Saba Capital Management and related parties, reflecting a large activist stake and a push for strategic change. The reporting group, including Saba Capital, Saba Capital Management GP and Boaz R. Weinstein, reports beneficial ownership of 5,903,701 common shares, representing 31.28% of ASA’s outstanding common shares based on 18,872,332 shares disclosed in a prior Form 144.

The filing states that approximately $173,266,631 has been paid to acquire these shares. On February 19, 2026, Saba Capital submitted an updated presentation to ASA’s board recommending a “comprehensive strategic review” and clarifying strategic alternatives for the board to evaluate. All recent trades referenced were executed in the open market through a broker, and Saba-advised funds are entitled to dividends and sale proceeds from the shares.

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Insights

Saba holds about 31% of ASA and is formally urging a strategic review.

Saba Capital and related entities report beneficial ownership of 5,903,701 ASA common shares, or 31.28% of the company, acquired for roughly $173,266,631. This size positions Saba as a highly influential shareholder.

On February 19, 2026, Saba submitted an updated proposal asking ASA’s board to conduct a “comprehensive strategic review” and to evaluate clarified strategic alternatives. The full revised proposal is attached as an exhibit, signaling an organized, formal engagement with the board.

The impact on ASA will depend on how the board responds to the review request and on any future steps Saba takes, as indicated in subsequent company or shareholder communications referencing this February 19, 2026 proposal and related exhibits.






If the filing person has previously filed a statement on Schedule 13G to report the acquisition that is the subject of this Schedule 13D, and is filing this schedule because of §§ 240.13d-1(e), 240.13d-1(f) or 240.13d-1(g), check the following box.

The information required on the remainder of this cover page shall not be deemed to be "filed" for the purpose of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 ("Act") or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section of the Act but shall be subject to all other provisions of the Act (however, see the Notes).






SCHEDULE 13D




Comment for Type of Reporting Person:
The percentages used herein are calculated based upon 18,872,332 shares of common stock outstanding, as disclosed in the company's Form 144 filed 12/5/25.


SCHEDULE 13D




Comment for Type of Reporting Person:
The percentages used herein are calculated based upon 18,872,332 shares of common stock outstanding, as disclosed in the company's Form 144 filed 12/5/25.


SCHEDULE 13D




Comment for Type of Reporting Person:
The percentages used herein are calculated based upon 18,872,332 shares of common stock outstanding, as disclosed in the company's Form 144 filed 12/5/25.


SCHEDULE 13D


Saba Capital Management, L.P.
Signature:/s/ Michael D'Angelo
Name/Title:General Counsel
Date:02/19/2026
Boaz R. Weinstein
Signature:/s/ Michael D'Angelo
Name/Title:Authorized Signatory
Date:02/19/2026
Saba Capital Management GP, LLC
Signature:/s/ Michael D'Angelo
Name/Title:Attorney-in-fact*
Date:02/19/2026
Comments accompanying signature:
Pursuant to a power of attorney dated as of November 16, 2015, which is incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 2 to the Schedule 13G filed by the Reporting Persons on December 28, 2015, accession number: 0001062993-15-006823

FAQ

What percentage of ASA (ASA) shares does Saba Capital report owning?

Saba Capital and related reporting persons disclose beneficial ownership of 5,903,701 ASA common shares, representing 31.28% of the company’s outstanding common shares, based on 18,872,332 shares outstanding as referenced from ASA’s Form 144 filed on December 5, 2025.

How much has Saba Capital paid to acquire its ASA (ASA) stake?

The filing states Saba Capital and related entities paid approximately $173,266,631 to acquire the ASA common shares reported. Funds came from investor subscription proceeds, capital appreciation, and ordinary-course margin borrowings secured by positions held in margin accounts that include other securities.

What action is Saba Capital requesting from ASA (ASA) in this Schedule 13D/A?

On February 19, 2026, Saba Capital submitted an updated presentation to ASA’s board recommending a comprehensive strategic review. The proposal clarifies specific strategic alternatives for evaluation, with full details contained in a revised proposal attached as Exhibit 19 to the filing.

Who are the reporting persons in the ASA (ASA) Schedule 13D/A Amendment No. 23?

The reporting persons are Saba Capital Management, L.P., Saba Capital Management GP, LLC, and Boaz R. Weinstein. Saba Capital acts as investment manager, Saba GP is its general partner, and Weinstein is managing member of the general partner and other affiliated entities.

How are voting and dispositive powers over ASA (ASA) shares allocated among the reporting persons?

Each reporting person reports 0 sole voting and dispositive power and 5,903,701 shared voting and shared dispositive power over ASA common shares. This means decisions on voting and selling the shares are exercised on a shared basis among the reporting group.

How were Saba Capital’s recent ASA (ASA) share transactions executed?

All transactions in ASA common shares from the prior amendment filed February 13, 2026, through February 19, 2026, were open-market trades through a broker. Specific transaction details are listed in Schedule A, which is incorporated by reference as an exhibit to the filing.