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Bain Life Sciences trims NewAmsterdam (NAMS) holding to about 3.3%

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SCHEDULE 13D/A

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

NewAmsterdam Pharma Company N.V. reported that Bain Capital Life Sciences–affiliated funds significantly reduced their position and now hold under 5% of the company’s ordinary shares. After recent sales, the group may be deemed to beneficially own about 2.2 million ordinary shares plus warrants and pre-funded warrants representing roughly 3.3% of the outstanding shares.

On multiple dates in May 2026, BCLS Fund III and BCLS II Investco sold sizeable blocks of NewAmsterdam ordinary shares, including a May 12, 2026 transaction under Rule 144 totaling 2,900,000 shares for aggregate consideration of about $107.9 million at a weighted average price of $37.22 per share. Following these sales, the reporting persons ceased to beneficially own 5% or more of NewAmsterdam’s outstanding ordinary shares.

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Bain Life Sciences trims NewAmsterdam stake below 5% with large secondary sales.

The filing shows Bain Capital Life Sciences entities selling a substantial number of NewAmsterdam Pharma ordinary shares in early May 2026. Their collective beneficial ownership falls to about 3.3% of outstanding shares, down from a prior level above the 5% reporting threshold.

On May 12, 2026, BCLS Fund III and BCLS II Investco sold 2,900,000 shares at a weighted average price of $37.22 per share under Rule 144, for aggregate consideration of about $107.9 million. Earlier May sales at prices near $38.71 and $39.98 per share add to the reduction.

The change lowers the influence of this institutional holder in NewAmsterdam’s shareholder base and signals portfolio rebalancing or exit activity. Future ownership reports from these funds and the company’s subsequent periodic filings may further clarify longer-term sponsorship and float dynamics.

BCLS Fund III shares 2,059,896 ordinary shares Directly held, representing approximately 1.8% of outstanding ordinary shares
BCLS Opportunities III pre-funded warrant 1,257,141 ordinary shares Pre-Funded Warrant to acquire up to this number, about 1.1% of class
Aggregate Bain-related beneficial ownership 3.3% of outstanding ordinary shares 2,173,913 shares plus 99,999 warrant and 1,632,653 pre-funded warrant shares
Shares outstanding 116,903,979 ordinary shares Issued and outstanding as of April 29, 2026, per Form 10-Q
May 12, 2026 sale volume 2,900,000 ordinary shares 2,747,924 by BCLS Fund III and 152,076 by BCLS II Investco
May 12, 2026 sale price $37.22 per share Weighted average price for Rule 144 sale on May 12, 2026
May 12, 2026 sale proceeds $107.9 million Aggregate consideration for 2,900,000 shares sold under Rule 144
Pre-Funded and standard warrants held 1,732,652 ordinary shares issuable Ordinary shares issuable from Pre-Funded Warrants and Warrants held by reporting persons
Pre-Funded Warrant financial
"directly holds a Pre-Funded Warrant to acquire up to 1,257,141 Ordinary Shares"
A pre-funded warrant is a financial instrument that gives the holder the right to buy shares of a company's stock at a set price, with most of the purchase cost already paid upfront. It functions like a nearly fully paid option, allowing investors to secure shares quickly while minimizing the amount of additional money they need to invest later. This helps investors gain ownership rights efficiently, often used to avoid certain regulatory restrictions or to prepare for future stock purchases.
Warrant financial
"directly holds a Warrant to acquire up to 89,142 Ordinary Shares"
A warrant is a time-limited financial contract that gives its holder the right to buy a company's shares at a set price before a specified date, like a coupon that lets you purchase stock at a fixed discount for a limited time. It matters to investors because warrants offer leveraged exposure to a stock’s upside and can dilute existing shareholders if exercised, so they affect potential gains and the company’s outstanding share count.
Rule 144 regulatory
"sold 2,747,924 and 152,076 Ordinary Shares, respectively, at a weighted average price of $37.22 per share pursuant tot Rule 144"
Rule 144 is a U.S. securities regulation that sets conditions under which restricted or insider-held shares can be legally resold to the public, such as required holding periods, availability of public information, limits on how much can be sold at once, and certain filing requirements. For investors it matters because it determines when previously locked-up shares can enter the market — like a release valve that can increase supply, affect share price, and signal insider intent.
beneficially own financial
"the Reporting Persons may be deemed to collectively beneficially own an aggregate of 2,173,913 Ordinary Shares"
Beneficially own means having the economic rights and risks of a security—such as the right to receive dividends, sell the shares, or profit from price changes—whether or not your name appears on the official share register. Think of it like renting a car: you use it and reap the benefits even if the title lists someone else. Investors care because beneficial ownership determines who truly controls value, must be disclosed under securities rules, and can signal potential influence or trading activity that affects a stock’s price.
Schedule 13D regulatory
"If the filing person has previously filed a statement on Schedule 13G to report the acquisition"
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.
outstanding Ordinary Shares financial
"representing approximately 1.8% of the outstanding Ordinary Shares"





N62509109

(CUSIP Number)
Bain Capital Life Sciences
200 Clarendon Street,
Boston, MA, 02116
617-516-2000

(Name, Address and Telephone Number of Person Authorized to Receive Notices and Communications)
05/12/2026

(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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BCLS Fund III Investments, LP
Signature:/s/ Adam Koppel
Name/Title:Adam Koppel, Partner of Bain Capital Life Sciences Investors, LLC
Date:05/14/2026
Bain Capital Life Sciences Opportunities III, LP
Signature:/s/ Adam Koppel
Name/Title:Adam Koppel, Partner of Bain Capital Life Sciences Investors, LLC
Date:05/14/2026
Bain Capital Life Sciences Fund II, L.P.
Signature:/s/ Adam Koppel
Name/Title:Adam Koppel, Partner of Bain Capital Life Sciences Investors, LLC
Date:05/14/2026
BCLS II Investco, LP
Signature:/s/ Adam Koppel
Name/Title:Adam Koppel, Partner of Bain Capital Life Sciences Investors, LLC
Date:05/14/2026
BCLS II Equity Opportunities, LP
Signature:/s/ Adam Koppel
Name/Title:Adam Koppel, Partner of Bain Capital Life Sciences Investors, LLC
Date:05/14/2026
BCIP Life Sciences Associates, LP
Signature:/s/ Adam Koppel
Name/Title:Adam Koppel, Authorized Signatory of Boylston Coinvestors, LLC
Date:05/14/2026

FAQ

How much of NewAmsterdam Pharma (NAMS) do Bain Capital Life Sciences funds now beneficially own?

Bain Capital Life Sciences–affiliated funds may be deemed to beneficially own about 2,173,913 ordinary shares plus warrants and pre-funded warrants for 1,732,652 shares, together representing roughly 3.3% of NewAmsterdam’s outstanding ordinary shares after the reported May 2026 transactions.

What major share sale did Bain Capital Life Sciences report in NewAmsterdam Pharma (NAMS)?

On May 12, 2026, BCLS Fund III and BCLS II Investco sold 2,747,924 and 152,076 NewAmsterdam ordinary shares, respectively, at a weighted average price of $37.22 per share under Rule 144, for aggregate consideration of about $107.9 million, significantly reducing their collective ownership.

Did Bain Capital Life Sciences fall below the 5% ownership threshold in NewAmsterdam Pharma (NAMS)?

Yes. Following the May 12, 2026 sale of NewAmsterdam ordinary shares, the reporting persons state they ceased to beneficially own 5% or more of the issuer’s outstanding ordinary shares, with their combined economic interest now reported at approximately 3.3% of the outstanding class.

What individual positions do Bain Capital Life Sciences entities hold in NewAmsterdam Pharma (NAMS)?

BCLS Fund III holds 2,059,896 ordinary shares, BCLS II Investco 114,017 shares, pre-funded warrants cover 1,257,141 and 375,512 shares, and other warrants cover 89,142 and 10,857 shares. Each position represents between about 0.01% and 1.8% of NewAmsterdam’s outstanding shares.

What share count did NewAmsterdam Pharma (NAMS) report as outstanding in this ownership update?

The beneficial ownership calculation uses 116,903,979 ordinary shares issued and outstanding as of April 29, 2026, as reported in NewAmsterdam Pharma’s Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2026, plus 1,732,652 ordinary shares issuable from the reporting persons’ warrants and pre-funded warrants.

Which regulatory framework governed the May 12, 2026 NewAmsterdam Pharma (NAMS) share sale?

The May 12, 2026 sale of 2,747,924 and 152,076 NewAmsterdam ordinary shares by BCLS Fund III and BCLS II Investco was conducted pursuant to Rule 144 under the Securities Act, enabling resales of restricted and control securities subject to specified conditions and volume limitations.