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Saba holds 25.97% of BlackRock ESG Capital Allocation Term Trust (ECAT)

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SCHEDULE 13D/A

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Saba Capital Management and affiliates report a large position in BlackRock ESG Capital Allocation Term Trust. The Schedule 13D/A (Amendment No. 26) shows that Saba Capital Management, L.P., Saba Capital Management GP, LLC and Boaz R. Weinstein collectively beneficially own 25,798,288 common shares, representing 25.97% of the trust’s outstanding common shares, based on 99,345,793 shares outstanding as of 6/30/25. The filing states that approximately $383,502,360 was paid to acquire these shares, using investor subscription proceeds, related capital appreciation and margin borrowings in the ordinary course of business. The funds and accounts advised by Saba Capital are entitled to dividends and sale proceeds on the shares, and recent trading activity from 11/25/25 to 1/21/26 is listed in an attached schedule.

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Saba discloses a 25.97% economic stake in ECAT, signaling substantial influence potential.

The filing shows that Saba Capital Management, its general partner and Boaz R. Weinstein together report beneficial ownership of 25,798,288 common shares of BlackRock ESG Capital Allocation Term Trust, equal to 25.97% of shares outstanding as of 6/30/25. This level of ownership can be significant in a closed‑end fund context because it represents a sizeable voting bloc on matters that come before shareholders.

The disclosure notes that about $383,502,360 was paid to acquire the position, funded by investor capital, appreciation and margin borrowings, which indicates meaningful capital at work. The amendment updates Items 3, 5 and 7, including transaction detail in Schedule A from 11/25/25 through 1/21/26. While the filing lists the stake and funding sources, it states the purpose of transaction as not applicable, so any future governance or portfolio implications would depend on subsequent shareholder actions or additional disclosures.






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 99,345,793 shares of common stock outstanding as of 6/30/25, as disclosed in the company's N-CSRS filed 9/4/25.


SCHEDULE 13D




Comment for Type of Reporting Person:
The percentages used herein are calculated based upon 99,345,793 shares of common stock outstanding as of 6/30/25, as disclosed in the company's N-CSRS filed 9/4/25.


SCHEDULE 13D




Comment for Type of Reporting Person:
The percentages used herein are calculated based upon 99,345,793 shares of common stock outstanding as of 6/30/25, as disclosed in the company's N-CSRS filed 9/4/25.


SCHEDULE 13D


Saba Capital Management, L.P.
Signature:/s/ Michael D'Angelo
Name/Title:General Counsel
Date:01/22/2026
Boaz R. Weinstein
Signature:/s/ Michael D'Angelo
Name/Title:Authorized Signatory
Date:01/22/2026
Saba Capital Management GP, LLC
Signature:/s/ Michael D'Angelo
Name/Title:Attorney-in-fact*
Date:01/22/2026
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 ownership stake in ECAT does Saba Capital report in this Schedule 13D/A?

The filing reports that Saba Capital Management, L.P., Saba Capital Management GP, LLC and Boaz R. Weinstein beneficially own 25,798,288 common shares of BlackRock ESG Capital Allocation Term Trust, representing 25.97% of the outstanding common shares based on 99,345,793 shares outstanding as of 6/30/25.

How much did Saba Capital pay to acquire its ECAT shares?

According to the filing, a total of approximately $383,502,360 was paid to acquire the common shares of BlackRock ESG Capital Allocation Term Trust reported in this Schedule 13D/A.

How were Saba Capital’s ECAT purchases funded?

The filing states that funds for purchasing ECAT common shares came from investor subscription proceeds, the capital appreciation on those investments, and margin account borrowings made in the ordinary course of business, with positions in the margin accounts pledged as collateral.

Who are the reporting persons in this ECAT Schedule 13D/A amendment?

The reporting persons are Saba Capital Management, L.P., Saba Capital Management GP, LLC, and Boaz R. Weinstein. Saba Capital serves as investment manager to funds and accounts, Saba GP is its general partner, and Mr. Weinstein is the managing member of the general partner of Saba Capital.

What is the significance of Amendment No. 26 to Saba’s ECAT Schedule 13D?

Amendment No. 26 specifically amends Items 3, 5 and 7, updating the source and amount of funds, the interest in ECAT securities, and attaching Schedule A, which lists transactions in ECAT common shares from 11/25/25 through 1/21/26.

Do Saba Capital and its clients receive dividends and sale proceeds from their ECAT shares?

Yes. The filing explains that the funds and accounts advised by Saba Capital have the right to receive dividends and proceeds of sales from the ECAT common shares reported in the Schedule 13D/A.

What is the date of the event that triggered this ECAT Schedule 13D/A filing?

The date of the event requiring this Schedule 13D/A amendment for BlackRock ESG Capital Allocation Term Trust (ECAT) is listed as 01/21/2026.
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