Mario Gabelli (GRX) discloses large Series E preferred share purchases and put
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Mario J. Gabelli, a director, 10% owner and control person of the adviser to Gabelli Healthcare & WellnessRx Trust, reported multiple transactions in the trust’s Series E Cumulative Preferred Shares dated 12/26/2025. The filing shows open-market or similar purchases of 1,000,000 Series E shares at $10 per share held directly, plus additional purchases of 500,000 shares through Associated Capital Group, Inc., 200,000 shares through GGCP, Inc., and 100,000 shares through MJG Associates, each at $10 per share.
The report also discloses a disposition of 200,000 Series E shares at $10 per share, described as shares surrendered under a contractual “Right to Put to the Fund” for up to 100% of the outstanding Series E preferred. Gabelli disclaims beneficial ownership of shares held by Associated Capital Group and GGCP beyond his indirect pecuniary interest.
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Insider Trade Summary
| Type | Security | Shares | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Purchase | Series E Cumulative Preferred Shares | 500,000 | $10.00 | $5.00M |
| Purchase | Series E Cumulative Preferred Shares | 200,000 | $10.00 | $2.00M |
| Other | Series E Cumulative Preferred Shares | 200,000 | $10.00 | $2.00M |
| Purchase | Series E Cumulative Preferred Shares | 1,000,000 | $10.00 | $10.00M |
| Purchase | Series E Cumulative Preferred Shares | 100,000 | $10.00 | $1.00M |
Footnotes (1)
- The shares reported reflect the total shares owned by Associated Capital Group, Inc. (ACG). Mario J. Gabelli is the Executive Chair and controlling shareholder of ACG. Mr. Gabelli has less than a 100% interest in ACG and disclaims beneficial ownership of the shares held by it which are in excess of his indirect pecuniary interest. The shares reported reflect the total shares owned by GGCP, Inc. (GGCP). Mario J. Gabelli is the Chief Executive Officer, a director, and the controlling shareholder of GGCP. Mr. Gabelli has less than a 100% interest in GGCP and disclaims beneficial ownership of the shares held by it which are in excess of his indirect pecuniary interest. Shares were surrendered in accordance with Right to Put to the Fund up to 100% of Outstanding Series E Cumulative Preferred Shares. Shares are owned by MJG Associates. MJG Associates provides advisory services to private investment partnerships and offshore funds. Mario Gabelli is the sole shareholder, director and employee of MJG Associates.
FAQ
What insider activity did Mario J. Gabelli report for GRX?
Mario J. Gabelli reported several transactions in Series E Cumulative Preferred Shares of Gabelli Healthcare & WellnessRx Trust on 12/26/2025, including large purchases and a surrender of shares under a put right.
What is the ‘Right to Put to the Fund’ mentioned in the explanation?
The explanation states that 200,000 Series E preferred shares were surrendered in accordance with a Right to Put to the Fund up to 100% of outstanding Series E Cumulative Preferred Shares, indicating a contractual right to sell shares back to the fund.
What is Mario Gabelli’s relationship to Gabelli Healthcare & WellnessRx Trust (GRX)?
Mario J. Gabelli is listed as a Director, a 10% Owner, and an Other – Control Person of Adviser in relation to Gabelli Healthcare & WellnessRx Trust.