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Saba reports 18.03% stake in BlackRock ESG Capital Allocation Term Trust (ECAT)

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SCHEDULE 13D/A

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Saba Capital Management and affiliates have filed Amendment No. 35 to their Schedule 13D on BlackRock ESG Capital Allocation Term Trust (ECAT). The group reports beneficial ownership of 17,930,744 common shares, representing 18.03% of the trust’s outstanding common stock based on 99,468,307 shares as of 12/31/25.

Saba Capital, its general partner Saba Capital Management GP, LLC, and Boaz R. Weinstein share voting and dispositive power over these shares, with no sole voting or dispositive authority reported. Approximately $266,548,023 was paid to acquire the position, funded by investor subscription proceeds, related appreciation, and ordinary-course margin borrowings. All recent trades referenced were executed in the open market.

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Saba reports an 18.03% stake in ECAT, signaling a large, coordinated holder.

Saba Capital, its general partner, and Boaz R. Weinstein jointly report beneficial ownership of 17,930,744 ECAT shares, equal to 18.03% of the common stock based on 99,468,307 shares outstanding as of 12/31/25. All voting and dispositive power is reported as shared rather than sole.

The filing notes approximately $266,548,023 was paid to acquire this position, funded by investor subscriptions, capital appreciation, and ordinary-course margin borrowings secured by portfolio holdings. Recent transactions from the prior amendment dated 6/3/26 through 6/25/26 were executed in the open market, with details listed in an attached schedule.

This amendment mainly updates ownership and funding details and confirms that the reporting persons have not been subject to recent criminal or civil securities proceedings. Future filings or public communications would be needed to understand any strategic intentions, as the purpose-of-transaction section is marked not applicable in this amendment.

Beneficially owned shares 17,930,744 shares Common shares of ECAT reported by Saba Capital group
Ownership percentage 18.03% Portion of ECAT common stock beneficially owned based on 12/31/25 shares outstanding
Shares outstanding baseline 99,468,307 shares ECAT common shares outstanding as of 12/31/25 from N-CSR
Total acquisition cost $266,548,023 Approximate amount paid to acquire reported ECAT shares
Amendment number Amendment No. 35 Number of this Schedule 13D amendment on ECAT
Date of event 06/25/2026 Date of event triggering this Schedule 13D/A filing
beneficial owner financial
"should not be construed as an admission that any Reporting Person is, for the purposes of Sections 13 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the beneficial owner of the Common Shares reported herein"
A beneficial owner is the person who ultimately owns or controls a financial asset or property, even if their name isn't directly on official documents. Think of it like someone who secretly holds the keys to a safe deposit box—others may appear to have access, but the true owner is the one who benefits from what's inside. Identifying beneficial owners helps ensure transparency and prevent illegal activities like money laundering or fraud.
Schedule 13D regulatory
"If the filing person has previously filed a statement on Schedule 13G to report the acquisition that is the subject of this"
A Schedule 13D is a legal document that investors file with regulators when they buy a large enough stake in a company to potentially influence its management or decisions. It provides details about the investor’s intention, ownership stake, and plans, helping other investors understand who is gaining control and what their motives might be.
margin account borrowings financial
"and margin account borrowings made in the ordinary course of business"
dispositive power financial
"Sole Dispositive Power 0.00 10 | Shared Dispositive Power 17,930,744.00"
Dispositive power is the authority to decide the final outcome of an asset, legal claim, contract, or corporate action — in effect the power to dispose of or resolve something. For investors it matters because whoever holds that authority can determine who gets paid, who controls an asset or vote, and how risks and returns are allocated; think of it like holding the key that lets you lock in the winner or loser in a deal.
N-CSR regulatory
"as disclosed in the company's N-CSR filed 3/5/26"
A Form N-CSR is a regulatory filing that mutual funds and other registered investment companies send to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and make available to shareholders; it includes the fund’s certified shareholder report with audited financial statements, performance data and management discussion. For investors, it’s like a fund’s official report card and financial statement combined — it helps you verify how the fund is performing, what risks and fees exist, and whether the manager’s explanations match the numbers.
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09262F100

(CUSIP Number)
Saba Capital Management, L.P.
405 Lexington Avenue, 58th Floor, Attention: Michael D'Angelo
New York, NY, 10174
(212) 542-4635

(Name, Address and Telephone Number of Person Authorized to Receive Notices and Communications)
06/25/2026

(Date of Event Which Requires Filing of This Statement)


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).




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SCHEDULE 13D




Comment for Type of Reporting Person:
The percentages used herein are calculated based upon 99,468,307 shares of common stock outstanding as of 12/31/25, as disclosed in the company's N-CSR filed 3/5/26.


SCHEDULE 13D




Comment for Type of Reporting Person:
The percentages used herein are calculated based upon 99,468,307 shares of common stock outstanding as of 12/31/25, as disclosed in the company's N-CSR filed 3/5/26.


SCHEDULE 13D




Comment for Type of Reporting Person:
The percentages used herein are calculated based upon 99,468,307 shares of common stock outstanding as of 12/31/25, as disclosed in the company's N-CSR filed 3/5/26.


SCHEDULE 13D


Saba Capital Management, L.P.
Signature:/s/ Michael D'Angelo
Name/Title:General Counsel
Date:06/29/2026
Boaz R. Weinstein
Signature:/s/ Michael D'Angelo
Name/Title:Authorized Signatory
Date:06/29/2026
Saba Capital Management GP, LLC
Signature:/s/ Michael D'Angelo
Name/Title:Attorney-in-fact*
Date:06/29/2026
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 stake does Saba Capital report in BlackRock ESG Capital Allocation Term Trust (ECAT)?

Saba Capital and related reporting persons disclose beneficial ownership of 17,930,744 ECAT common shares, representing 18.03% of the trust’s outstanding stock. This percentage is calculated using 99,468,307 shares outstanding as of 12/31/25, as disclosed in the issuer’s N-CSR.

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

The filing states that Saba Capital and related entities paid a total of approximately $266,548,023 to acquire the ECAT common shares reported. Funds came from investor subscription proceeds, capital appreciation on those investments, and ordinary-course margin account borrowings secured by portfolio securities.

How is voting and dispositive power over ECAT shares allocated for Saba Capital?

The reporting persons disclose zero sole voting and dispositive power and 17,930,744 shares of shared voting and shared dispositive power. This means decisions to vote or sell the ECAT shares are made collectively under shared authority rather than by any single reporting person alone.

What share count did Saba Capital use to calculate its 18.03% ECAT ownership?

The 18.03% ownership figure is based on 99,468,307 ECAT common shares outstanding as of 12/31/25. That outstanding share count comes from the issuer’s N-CSR filed on 3/5/26, which the reporting persons cite as the basis for their percentage calculation.

Did Saba Capital’s ECAT trades occur in the open market?

Yes. The filing explains that all ECAT common share transactions by the reporting persons from the prior amendment on 6/3/26 through 6/25/26 were effected in the open market. Individual trade details for this period are included in Schedule A, referenced as an exhibit.

What is the purpose of Saba Capital’s ECAT Schedule 13D/A Amendment No. 35?

This amendment mainly updates Items 3, 5, and 7, covering funding sources, interest in the securities, and exhibits. The purpose-of-transaction section is marked not applicable, so the filing focuses on ownership levels, trade history, and how the position was financed rather than announcing a new strategic action.