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Gabelli Dividend & Income Trust (GDV): Saba discloses 6.43% stake, plans trustee nomination

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SCHEDULE 13D/A

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Saba Capital Management and affiliates have disclosed a significant position in The Gabelli Dividend & Income Trust and signaled plans to influence its board composition. The group reports beneficial ownership of 5,694,804 common shares, representing 6.43% of the outstanding shares, based on 88,619,647 shares outstanding as of 6/30/25. Approximately $130,101,348 was paid to acquire these shares.

On January 7, 2026, a private fund advised by Saba Capital notified the trust that it intends to nominate Andre Clemot as an independent trustee candidate at the 2026 annual meeting and may conduct a proxy solicitation in support of his election. A nomination agreement between the fund and the nominee includes defense and indemnification provisions related to any litigation arising from the nomination and proxy effort.

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Saba’s 6.43% stake and board nomination plan introduce potential governance changes at GDV.

Saba Capital Management and related entities report beneficial ownership of 5,694,804 common shares, or 6.43% of The Gabelli Dividend & Income Trust, based on 88,619,647 shares outstanding as of 6/30/25. They indicate that about $130,101,348 was paid to build this position, highlighting a sizable economic interest in the fund.

The filing adds that Saba Capital Master Fund, Ltd. submitted a notice on January 7, 2026 stating its intention to nominate Andre Clemot as an independent trustee at the fund’s 2026 annual meeting. The nomination agreement, attached as an exhibit, includes defense and indemnification for the nominee in connection with any litigation tied to the nomination and potential proxy solicitation.

This combination of a mid-single-digit ownership stake and a declared intent to nominate a trustee indicates an organized effort to participate in board elections. The actual impact will depend on shareholder response at the 2026 annual meeting and any further details provided in subsequent proxy or related filings.






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 88,619,647 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 88,619,647 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 88,619,647 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:01/08/2026
Boaz R. Weinstein
Signature:/s/ Michael D'Angelo
Name/Title:Authorized Signatory
Date:01/08/2026
Saba Capital Management GP, LLC
Signature:/s/ Michael D'Angelo
Name/Title:Attorney-in-fact*
Date:01/08/2026
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 in The Gabelli Dividend & Income Trust (GDV) does Saba Capital report?

The reporting persons disclose beneficial ownership of 5,694,804 common shares of The Gabelli Dividend & Income Trust, representing 6.43% of the outstanding shares, based on 88,619,647 shares outstanding as of 6/30/25.

How much did Saba Capital and its funds pay to acquire their GDV shares?

The filing states that a total of approximately $130,101,348 was paid to acquire the common shares of The Gabelli Dividend & Income Trust reported as beneficially owned.

What governance action is Saba Capital planning at GDV’s 2026 annual meeting?

On January 7, 2026, Saba Capital Master Fund, Ltd. notified the trust of its intention to nominate Andre Clemot as an independent trustee candidate at the 2026 annual meeting of shareholders and may conduct a proxy solicitation supporting his election.

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

The reporting persons are Saba Capital Management, L.P., Saba Capital Management GP, LLC, and Boaz R. Weinstein, who collectively report shared voting and dispositive power over the 5,694,804 common shares.

What protections does the nomination agreement provide to GDV trustee nominee Andre Clemot?

According to the summary, the nomination agreement between Saba Capital Master Fund, Ltd. and Andre Clemot provides that the fund will defend and indemnify him against losses if he becomes a party to litigation based on his nomination and the related proxy solicitation.

How is the 6.43% ownership percentage in GDV calculated for Saba Capital?

The filing explains that the 6.43% figure is calculated using 88,619,647 common shares outstanding as of 6/30/25, as disclosed in the company’s N-CSRS filed on 9/4/25.
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