Highbridge amends 13G/A for Merlin, Inc. (NASDAQ: BACQ)
Filing Impact
Filing Sentiment
Form Type
SCHEDULE 13G/A
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Highbridge Capital Management, LLC filed an amended Schedule 13G/A disclosing its position in Merlin, Inc. common stock (CUSIP 590106100). The filing lists the class as Common Stock, par value $0.0001 per share and reports 0.0% ownership. The amendment is signed by Kirk Rule on 05/15/2026.
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Key Figures
CUSIP: 590106100
Par value: $0.0001 per share
Percent of class: 0.0%
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CUSIP
590106100
cover page for Merlin, Inc.
Par value
$0.0001 per share
Common Stock par value
Percent of class
0.0%
Item 4(b) of Schedule 13G/A
Cover date
03/31/2026
date shown on cover page
Signature date
05/15/2026
signed by Kirk Rule, Executive Director
Key Terms
Schedule 13G/A, beneficially owned, shared dispositive power
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Schedule 13G/A regulatory
"This statement is filed by Highbridge Capital Management, LLC as an amended Schedule 13G/A"
A Schedule 13G/A is an amended public filing with the U.S. securities regulator that updates a previous Schedule 13G, disclosing when an individual or group holds a substantial (typically over 5%) stake in a company and is claiming a passive, non‑controlling intent. Investors monitor these updates because rising or falling holdings can signal changing confidence, potential future moves, or shifts in voting power — like watching a public ledger where large shareholders quietly adjust their positions.
beneficially owned regulatory
"Amount beneficially owned: The information required by Item 4(a) is set forth in Row 9 of the cover page"
Beneficially owned describes securities or assets where a person has the economic rights and control—such as the right to receive dividends and to direct voting—even if legal title is held in another name. Think of it like having the keys and using a car that’s registered to someone else: you get the benefits and make decisions. Investors care because beneficial ownership reveals who truly controls value and voting power, affecting corporate decisions and takeover dynamics.
FAQ
What does Highbridge's Schedule 13G/A for BACQ disclose?
It discloses Highbridge's position in Merlin, Inc. common stock and related ownership details. The filing identifies the class, CUSIP 590106100, par value $0.0001 per share, and reports 0.0% ownership as shown in the amendment.
Who signed the Schedule 13G/A amendment for Merlin, Inc.?
The filing is signed by Kirk Rule, Executive Director on 05/15/2026. The reporting entity is Highbridge Capital Management, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company and investment adviser to certain funds and accounts.
What address and citizenship are listed for the reporting person?
Highbridge's principal business office is listed as 390 Madison Avenue, 28th Floor, New York, NY 10017, and its citizenship is reported as Delaware in the amendment.