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Saba Capital and Boaz Weinstein Report 2.14M DMA Shares, $14.28M Cost

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Form Type
SCHEDULE 13D/A

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Saba Capital Management and related persons report owning 2,138,272 common shares of Destra Multi-Alternative Fund, representing 23.86% of the outstanding shares based on 8,963,239 shares outstanding as of 3/31/25. This filing is Amendment No. 11 and updates Items 3, 5, and 7 of their Schedule 13D/A. The reporting persons state approximately $14,277,437 was paid to acquire the reported shares, with funds derived from investor subscriptions, capital appreciation and margin borrowings. The filing lists shared voting and dispositive power for the reporting persons and references Schedule A for open-market transactions between 7/30/25 and 8/14/25.

Positive

  • Significant disclosed ownership: Reporting persons hold 2,138,272 shares, representing 23.86% of outstanding common shares
  • Transparent funding disclosure: The filing specifies approximately $14,277,437 used to acquire the shares and identifies sources of funds
  • Amendment updates: The filing clarifies prior disclosures by amending Items 3, 5, and 7 and references transaction details in Schedule A

Negative

  • No stated purpose for the holdings: Item 4 lists "Not Applicable," so no disclosed plans or intentions regarding control or strategic actions
  • Use of margin borrowings: Some acquisition funds derived from margin accounts, with unspecified amounts, which may affect refinancing or liquidation considerations
  • Shared voting power only: All reported voting and dispositive power is shared; no sole control is disclosed

Insights

Sizable 23.86% stake reported; ownership level is material and could influence shareholder dynamics.

The reporting persons collectively hold 2,138,272 shares, equal to 23.86% of the fund based on the disclosed outstanding share count. The purchase consideration of approximately $14.28 million and the use of fund and margin financing are disclosed. The filing amends prior disclosures and points to further transaction detail in Schedule A. For investors, the key facts are the significant ownership percentage and that voting and disposition powers are shared among Saba entities and Mr. Weinstein.

A near-24% ownership stake creates potential governance influence without explicit agreements disclosed.

The Schedule 13D/A shows shared voting and dispositive power among Saba entities and Mr. Weinstein, which typically signals coordinated ownership. The amendment updates Items 3, 5, and 7, and references Schedule A for open-market transactions. The filing does not state any intent to change control or specific plans, nor does it disclose contracts or arrangements. Material governance implications depend on actions not specified in this filing.






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 8,963,239 shares of common stock outstanding as of 3/31/25, as disclosed in the company's N-CSR filed 6/6/25.


SCHEDULE 13D




Comment for Type of Reporting Person:
The percentages used herein are calculated based upon 8,963,239 shares of common stock outstanding as of 3/31/25, as disclosed in the company's N-CSR filed 6/6/25.


SCHEDULE 13D




Comment for Type of Reporting Person:
The percentages used herein are calculated based upon 8,963,239 shares of common stock outstanding as of 3/31/25, as disclosed in the company's N-CSR filed 6/6/25.


SCHEDULE 13D


Saba Capital Management, L.P.
Signature:/s/ Michael D'Angelo
Name/Title:General Counsel
Date:08/18/2025
Boaz R. Weinstein
Signature:/s/ Michael D'Angelo
Name/Title:Authorized Signatory
Date:08/18/2025
Saba Capital Management GP, LLC
Signature:/s/ Michael D'Angelo
Name/Title:Attorney-in-fact*
Date:08/18/2025
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

How many shares of DMA does Saba Capital report owning?

The reporting persons collectively own 2,138,272 shares, representing 23.86% of DMA's outstanding common shares.

What percentage of Destra Multi-Alternative Fund (DMA) is reported in the Schedule 13D/A?

The filing reports ownership of 23.86% based on 8,963,239 shares outstanding as of 3/31/25.

How much was paid to acquire the reported DMA shares?

Approximately $14,277,437 was paid to acquire the shares disclosed in the filing.

Did the filing state any plans or purpose for the holdings in DMA?

No. Item 4 of the Schedule 13D/A is marked Not Applicable, so no plans or intentions were disclosed.

Are the voting and disposition rights sole or shared for the reported DMA shares?

The filing discloses shared voting power and shared dispositive power for the reported shares among the reporting persons.