First Trust group (LEGT) exits position in Legato Merger Corp. III

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Legato Merger Corp. III received an updated ownership report from First Trust Merger Arbitrage Fund, First Trust Capital Management L.P., First Trust Capital Solutions L.P. and FTCS Sub GP LLC, filed jointly. The filing states that, as of June 30, 2026, these reporting persons collectively owned 0 Ordinary Shares of Legato Merger Corp. III, representing 0.00% of the outstanding class.

First Trust Capital Management L.P., as investment adviser to several client accounts, previously had authority to purchase, vote and dispose of the issuer’s Ordinary Shares, and FTCS and FTCS Sub GP could be deemed to control it. The amendment now reports no beneficial ownership and no sole or shared power to vote or dispose of any shares, confirming ownership of 5 percent or less of the class.

Key Figures

Ordinary Shares beneficially owned: 0 shares Percent of class owned: 0.00% Sole voting power: 0 shares +2 more

5 metrics

Ordinary Shares beneficially owned 0 shares Collective holdings of all reporting persons as of June 30, 2026

Percent of class owned 0.00% Ownership percentage in Legato Merger Corp. III Ordinary Shares

Sole voting power 0 shares Shares over which reporting persons have sole power to vote

Shared voting power 0 shares Shares over which reporting persons have shared power to vote

Sole dispositive power 0 shares Shares over which reporting persons have sole power to dispose

Key Terms

beneficial owner, Investment Company Act of 1940, Ordinary Shares, parent holding company

4 terms

beneficial owner financial

"may thus be deemed the beneficial owner of any shares of the Issuer"

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.

Investment Company Act of 1940 regulatory

"an investment company registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940"

A U.S. federal law that sets the rulebook for pooled investment vehicles such as mutual funds, exchange-traded funds and similar money managers, requiring them to register with regulators, disclose holdings and fees, limit conflicts of interest, and follow governance standards. It matters to investors because these protections and transparency rules act like a referee and scoreboard, helping people compare funds, trust that managers follow fair practices, and spot hidden costs or risks.

Ordinary Shares financial

"Title of class of securities: Ordinary Shares, par value $0.0001 per share"

Ordinary shares are a type of ownership stake in a company, giving shareholders a right to participate in the company’s profits and decision-making through voting. They are similar to owning a piece of a business, and their value can rise or fall based on the company's performance. Investors buy ordinary shares to potentially earn dividends and benefit from the company's growth over time.

parent holding company financial

"Identification and Classification of the Subsidiary Which Acquired the Security Being Reported on by the Parent Holding Company"

FAQ

What did the SCHEDULE 13G/A reveal about LEGT ownership by First Trust entities?

The amendment reports that First Trust Merger Arbitrage Fund, First Trust Capital Management L.P., First Trust Capital Solutions L.P. and FTCS Sub GP LLC now hold 0 Ordinary Shares of Legato Merger Corp. III, representing 0.00% of the outstanding class as of June 30, 2026.

Who are the reporting persons in the LEGT SCHEDULE 13G/A amendment?

The reporting persons are First Trust Merger Arbitrage Fund, First Trust Capital Management L.P., First Trust Capital Solutions L.P. and FTCS Sub GP LLC, which jointly filed the ownership report concerning Legato Merger Corp. III Ordinary Shares.

What percentage of Legato Merger Corp. III does First Trust report owning?

The reporting persons state they beneficially own 0.00% of Legato Merger Corp. III’s Ordinary Shares. They report no sole or shared voting power and no dispositive power over any shares as of June 30, 2026.

What role does First Trust Capital Management L.P. play regarding LEGT shares?

First Trust Capital Management L.P. is described as an investment adviser with authority to invest client accounts in securities, including Legato Merger Corp. III Ordinary Shares. Despite this authority, the amendment reports those accounts held 0 shares as of June 30, 2026.

Why does the LEGT SCHEDULE 13G/A mention ownership of 5 percent or less?

The filing confirms the reporting persons’ ownership of 5 percent or less of Legato Merger Corp. III’s Ordinary Shares. With 0 shares and 0.00% reported, they no longer have a reportable large position in the issuer.

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Available on EDGAR 08/14/2026 - 01:01 PM Accepted by SEC EDGAR 08/14/2026 - 12:59 PM Learn about SEC filing dates

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

SCHEDULE 13G

UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

(Amendment No. 2)

Legato Merger Corp. III

(Name of Issuer)

Ordinary Shares, par value $0.0001 per share ("Ordinary Shares")

(Title of Class of Securities)

G5451A103

(CUSIP Number)

06/30/2026

(Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement)

Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Schedule is filed:

Rule 13d-1(b)

Rule 13d-1(c)

Rule 13d-1(d)

schemaVersion:

SCHEDULE 13G

CUSIP Number(s): G5451A103

1

Names of Reporting Persons

First Trust Merger Arbitrage Fund

2

Check the appropriate box if a member of a Group (see instructions)

(a)
(b)

3

Sec Use Only

4

Citizenship or Place of Organization

DELAWARE

Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:

5	Sole Voting Power 0.00
6	Shared Voting Power 0.00
7	Sole Dispositive Power 0.00
8	Shared Dispositive Power 0.00

9

Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person

0.00

10

Check box if the aggregate amount in row (9) excludes certain shares (See Instructions)

11

Percent of class represented by amount in row (9)

0.00 %

12

Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)

IV

SCHEDULE 13G

CUSIP Number(s): G5451A103

1

Names of Reporting Persons

First Trust Capital Management L.P.

2

Check the appropriate box if a member of a Group (see instructions)

(a)
(b)

3

Sec Use Only

4

Citizenship or Place of Organization

DELAWARE

Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:

5	Sole Voting Power 0.00
6	Shared Voting Power 0.00
7	Sole Dispositive Power 0.00
8	Shared Dispositive Power 0.00

9

Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person

0.00

10

Check box if the aggregate amount in row (9) excludes certain shares (See Instructions)

11

Percent of class represented by amount in row (9)

0.00 %

12

Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)

IA

SCHEDULE 13G

CUSIP Number(s): G5451A103

1

Names of Reporting Persons

First Trust Capital Solutions L.P.

2

Check the appropriate box if a member of a Group (see instructions)

(a)
(b)

3

Sec Use Only

4

Citizenship or Place of Organization

DELAWARE

Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:

5	Sole Voting Power 0.00
6	Shared Voting Power 0.00
7	Sole Dispositive Power 0.00
8	Shared Dispositive Power 0.00

9

Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person

0.00

10

Check box if the aggregate amount in row (9) excludes certain shares (See Instructions)

11

Percent of class represented by amount in row (9)

0.00 %

12

Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)

HC

SCHEDULE 13G

CUSIP Number(s): G5451A103

1

Names of Reporting Persons

FTCS Sub GP LLC

2

Check the appropriate box if a member of a Group (see instructions)

(a)
(b)

3

Sec Use Only

4

Citizenship or Place of Organization

DELAWARE

Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:

5	Sole Voting Power 0.00
6	Shared Voting Power 0.00
7	Sole Dispositive Power 0.00
8	Shared Dispositive Power 0.00

9

Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person

0.00

10

Check box if the aggregate amount in row (9) excludes certain shares (See Instructions)

11

Percent of class represented by amount in row (9)

0.00 %

12

Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)

HC

SCHEDULE 13G

Item 1.
(a)	Name of issuer: Legato Merger Corp. III
(b)	Address of issuer's principal executive offices: 777 THIRD AVENUE, 37TH FLOOR, NEW YORK, NY, 10017
Item 2.
(a)	Name of person filing: This Schedule 13G/A is being filed jointly by First Trust Merger Arbitrage Fund ("VARBX"), First Trust Capital Management L.P. ("FTCM"), First Trust Capital Solutions L.P. ("FTCS") and FTCS Sub GP LLC ("Sub GP"). (1) VARBX, a series of Investment Managers Series Trust II, an investment company registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940. (2) FTCM, an investment adviser registered with the SEC that provides investment advisory services to, among others, (i) series of Investment Managers Series Trust II, an investment company registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, specifically First Trust Multi-Strategy Fund and VARBX, (ii) First Trust Alternative Opportunities Fund, an investment company registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940 and (iii) Highland Capital Management Institutional Fund II, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company (collectively, the "Client Accounts"). (3) FTCS, a Delaware limited partnership and control person of FTCM. (4) Sub GP, a Delaware limited liability company and control person of FTCM. Each of the persons identified herein is referred to as a "Reporting Person" and, collectively, as the "Reporting Persons." Each of the Reporting Persons is a party to that certain Joint Filing Statement attached hereto.
(b)	Address or principal business office or, if none, residence: The principal business address of FTCM, FTCS and Sub GP is 225 W. Wacker Drive, 21st Floor, Chicago, IL 60606. The principal business address of VARBX is 235 West Galena Street, Milwaukee, WI 53212.
(c)	Citizenship: United States
(d)	Title of class of securities: Ordinary Shares, par value $0.0001 per share ("Ordinary Shares")
(e)	CUSIP No.: G5451A103
Item 3.	If this statement is filed pursuant to §§ 240.13d-1(b) or 240.13d-2(b) or (c), check whether the person filing is a:
(a)	Broker or dealer registered under section 15 of the Act (15 U.S.C. 78o);
(b)	Bank as defined in section 3(a)(6) of the Act (15 U.S.C. 78c);
(c)	Insurance company as defined in section 3(a)(19) of the Act (15 U.S.C. 78c);
(d)	Investment company registered under section 8 of the Investment Company Act of 1940 (15 U.S.C. 80a-8);
(e)	An investment adviser in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(E);
(f)	An employee benefit plan or endowment fund in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(F);
(g)	A parent holding company or control person in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(G);
(h)	A savings associations as defined in Section 3(b) of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (12 U.S.C. 1813);
(i)	A church plan that is excluded from the definition of an investment company under section 3(c)(14) of the Investment Company Act of 1940 (15 U.S.C. 80a-3);
(j)	A non-U.S. institution in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(J). If filing as a non-U.S. institution in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(J), please specify the type of institution:
(k)	Group, in accordance with Rule 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(K).
Item 4.	Ownership
(a)	Amount beneficially owned: As investment adviser to the Client Accounts, FTCM has the authority to invest the funds of the Client Accounts in securities (including Ordinary Shares of Legato Merger Corp III (the "Issuer")) as well as the authority to purchase, vote and dispose of securities, and may thus be deemed the beneficial owner of any shares of the Issuer's Ordinary Shares held in the Client Accounts. As of June 30, 2026 VARBX, FTCM, FTCS and Sub GP collectively owned 0 shares of the outstanding Ordinary Shares of the Issuer. FTCS and Sub GP may be deemed to control FTCM and therefore may be deemed to be beneficial owners of the Ordinary Shares reported in this Schedule 13G/A. No one individual controls FTCS or Sub GP. FTCS and Sub GP do not own any Ordinary Shares of the Issuer for their own accounts.
(b)	Percent of class: VARBX: 0.00% FTCM, FTCS and Sub GP: 0.00%
(c)	Number of shares as to which the person has:
	(i) Sole power to vote or to direct the vote: VARBX: 0 FTCM, FTCS and Sub GP: 0
	(ii) Shared power to vote or to direct the vote: VARBX: 0 FTCM, FTCS and Sub GP: 0
	(iii) Sole power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: VARBX: 0 FTCM, FTCS and Sub GP: 0
	(iv) Shared power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: VARBX: 0 FTCM, FTCS and Sub GP: 0
Item 5.	Ownership of 5 Percent or Less of a Class.
	Ownership of 5 percent or less of a class
Item 6.	Ownership of more than 5 Percent on Behalf of Another Person.
	If any other person is known to have the right to receive or the power to direct the receipt of dividends from, or the proceeds from the sale of, such securities, a statement to that effect should be included in response to this item and, if such interest relates to more than 5 percent of the class, such person should be identified. A listing of the shareholders of an investment company registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940 or the beneficiaries of employee benefit plan, pension fund or endowment fund is not required. See Item 4.
Item 7.	Identification and Classification of the Subsidiary Which Acquired the Security Being Reported on by the Parent Holding Company or Control Person.
	If a parent holding company has filed this schedule, pursuant to Rule 13d-1(b)(ii)(G), so indicate under Item 3(g) and attach an exhibit stating the identity and the Item 3 classification of the relevant subsidiary. If a parent holding company has filed this schedule pursuant to Rule 13d-1(c) or Rule 13d-1(d), attach an exhibit stating the identification of the relevant subsidiary. See Item 2.
Item 8.	Identification and Classification of Members of the Group.
	Not Applicable
Item 9.	Notice of Dissolution of Group.
	Not Applicable

Item 10.

Certifications:

By signing below I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, the securities referred to above were acquired and are held in the ordinary course of business and were not acquired and are not held for the purpose of or with the effect of changing or influencing the control of the issuer of the securities and were not acquired and are not held in connection with or as a participant in any transaction having that purpose or effect, other than activities solely in connection with a nomination under § 240.14a-11.

SIGNATURE

After reasonable inquiry and to the best of my knowledge and belief, I certify that the information set forth in this statement is true, complete and correct.

First Trust Merger Arbitrage Fund

Signature:	/s/ Joy Ausili
Name/Title:	Trustee, Vice President and Assistant Secretary
Date:	08/14/2026

First Trust Capital Management L.P.

Signature:	/s/ Chad Eisenberg
Name/Title:	Chief Operating Officer
Date:	08/14/2026

First Trust Capital Solutions L.P.

Signature:	/s/ Chad Eisenberg
Name/Title:	Chief Operating Officer
Date:	08/14/2026

FTCS Sub GP LLC

Signature:	/s/ Chad Eisenberg
Name/Title:	Chief Operating Officer
Date:	08/14/2026

Exhibit Information

Exhibit I: Joint Filing Statement