Blackstone-backed entities reveal large Medline Inc. (MDLN) stakes in Form 3
Filing Impact
Filing Sentiment
Form Type
3
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Medline Inc. reported initial insider holdings for major investors Mozart Aggregator UNLV Holdco L.P. and Mozart Aggregator II UNLV Holdco L.P. The filing shows indirect ownership of Class A and Class B common stock and common units of Medline Holdings, L.P. Internal contributions among related Blackstone-affiliated entities moved these securities into the Holdco vehicles, but the notes state no Medline securities were purchased or sold in the market and that holders are subject to a lock-up agreement. Class B shares carry voting rights but no economic value and are paired one-for-one with common units that can be exchanged into Class A shares under an exchange agreement.
Positive
- None.
Negative
- None.
Insider Trade Summary
4 transactions reported
Mixed
4 txns
Insider
Mozart Aggregator UNLV Holdco L.P., Mozart Aggregator II UNLV Holdco L.P.
Role
10% Owner | 10% Owner
| Type | Security | Shares | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| holding | Common Units of Medline Holdings, LP | -- | -- | -- |
| holding | Class A Common Stock | -- | -- | -- |
| holding | Class A Common Stock | -- | -- | -- |
| holding | Class B Common Stock | -- | -- | -- |
Holdings After Transaction:
Common Units of Medline Holdings, LP — 9,501,507 shares (Indirect, See Footnotes);
Class A Common Stock — 14,394,340 shares (Indirect, See Footnotes);
Class B Common Stock — 9,501,507 shares (Indirect, See Footnotes)
Footnotes (1)
- On February 11, 2026, Mozart Aggregator II LP contributed 14,394,340 shares of Class A Common Stock (the "Class A Common Stock") of Medline Inc. ("Issuer") previously held directly by it to Mozart Aggregator II UNLV Holdco L.P. No securities of the Issuer were purchased, sold or otherwise transferred in connection with the contributions described herein. Reporting Persons have agreed to be bound in writing by the restrictions set forth in the Lock Up Agreement entered into by and among Blackstone Inc. and its affiliates and the underwriters. On February 11, 2026, BCP Mozart Aggregator L.P. contributed 1,539 shares of Class A Common Stock of the Issuer, 9,501,507 shares of Class B common stock ("Class B Common Stock") of the Issuer and 9,501,507 common units of Medline Holdings, L.P. ("Common Units") previously held directly by it to Mozart Aggregator UNLV Holdco L.P. No securities of the Issuer were purchased, sold or otherwise transferred in connection with the contributions described herein. Reporting Persons have agreed to be bound in writing by the restrictions set forth in the Lock Up Agreement entered into by and among Blackstone Inc. and its affiliates and the underwriters. Reflects securities of the Issuer held directly by Mozart Aggregator II UNLV Holdco L.P. Mozart Aggregator II LP is the sole limited partner of Mozart Aggregator II UNLV Holdco L.P. Blackstone Management Associates VIII L.P. is the general partner of Mozart Aggregator II LP and of Mozart Aggregator II UNLV Holdco L.P. BMA VIII L.L.C. is the general partner of Blackstone Management Associates VIII L.P. Reflects securities of the Issuer held directly by Mozart Aggregator UNLV Holdco L.P. BCP Mozart Aggregator L.P. is the sole limited partner of Mozart Aggregator UNLV Holdco L.P. BCP 8 Holdings Mozart Manager L.L.C. is the general partner of BCP Mozart Aggregator L.P. and of Mozart Aggregator UNLV Holdco L.P. BMA VIII L.L.C. is the managing member of BCP 8 Holdings Mozart Manager L.L.C. Blackstone Holdings II L.P. is the managing member of BMA VIII L.L.C. Blackstone Holdings I/II GP L.L.C. is the general partner of Blackstone Holdings II L.P. Blackstone Inc. is the sole member of Blackstone Holdings I/II GP L.L.C. The sole holder of the Series II preferred stock of Blackstone Inc. is Blackstone Group Management L.L.C. Blackstone Group Management L.L.C. is wholly-owned by Blackstone's senior managing directors and controlled by its founder, Stephen A. Schwarzman. Shares of Class B Common Stock have no economic value and have one vote per share. One share of Class B Common Stock is issued for each Common Unit held. Upon an exchange of Common Units for shares of Class A Common Stock, an equivalent number of shares of Class B Common Stock held by such holder will be automatically cancelled. Pursuant to the terms of an exchange agreement, dated as of December 16, 2025, holders have the right to exchange their Common Units for shares of Class A Common Stock on a one-for-one basis, subject to customary conversion rate adjustments for stock splits, stock dividends and reclassifications. These exchange rights do not expire. Each such Reporting Person may be deemed to beneficially own the securities of the Issuer directly held by Mozart Aggregator UNLV Holdco L.P. and Mozart Aggregator II UNLV Holdco L.P. directly or indirectly controlled by it or him, but each (other than Mozart Aggregator UNLV Holdco L.P. and Mozart Aggregator II UNLV Holdco L.P. to the extent of their respective direct holdings) disclaims beneficial ownership of the securities reported herein, except to the extent of such Reporting Person's pecuniary interest therein, and this report shall not be deemed an admission that any of the Reporting Persons (other than Mozart Aggregator UNLV Holdco L.P. and Mozart Aggregator II UNLV Holdco L.P. to the extent each directly holds securities of the Issuer) is the beneficial owner of such securities for purposes of Section 16 or any other purpose. Information with respect to each of the Reporting Persons is given solely by such Reporting Person, and no Reporting Person has responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of information supplied by another Reporting Person.
FAQ
What does the Medline Inc. (MDLN) Form 3 filing disclose about insider ownership?
The Form 3 discloses initial beneficial ownership for Mozart Aggregator UNLV Holdco L.P. and Mozart Aggregator II UNLV Holdco L.P. It reports indirect holdings of Medline Class A and Class B common stock and common units of Medline Holdings, L.P., establishing them as significant, over-10% owners.
What Medline Inc. (MDLN) Class B stock and common units are reported in the Form 3?
The filing notes 9,501,507 shares of Class B common stock and 9,501,507 common units of Medline Holdings, L.P. contributed to Mozart Aggregator UNLV Holdco L.P. Each Class B share corresponds to one common unit, with voting rights but no economic value.
Can Medline Holdings common units reported in the Form 3 be exchanged for Medline Inc. (MDLN) Class A shares?
Yes. An exchange agreement dated December 16, 2025 gives holders the right to exchange their Medline Holdings common units for Medline Class A common stock on a one-for-one basis, subject to standard adjustment provisions. The notes state these exchange rights do not expire.
What lock-up restrictions affect the Medline Inc. (MDLN) securities in this Form 3?
The notes state that the reporting persons agreed in writing to the restrictions in a lock-up agreement among Blackstone Inc., its affiliates and the underwriters. This agreement contractually limits certain transfers of the Medline securities for a specified lock-up period.