Horizon Kinetics (RCG adviser) adds to RENN Fund stake with open-market buy
Filing Impact
Filing Sentiment
Form Type
4
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Horizon Kinetics Asset Management LLC, a ten percent owner of RENN Fund, Inc., reported an open-market purchase of 756 shares of common stock at $3.11 per share. Following this transaction, the firm now directly holds 929,640 shares of RENN Fund common stock.
Horizon Kinetics Asset Management LLC serves as the investment adviser to RENN Fund and has a pecuniary interest in shares through various managed accounts, so this filing reflects trading activity by the adviser entity rather than by an individual executive.
Positive
- None.
Negative
- None.
Insider Trade Summary
Net Buyer: 756 shares ($2,351)
Net Buy
1 txn
Insider
HORIZON KINETICS ASSET MANAGEMENT LLC
Role
null
Bought
756 shs ($2K)
| Type | Security | Shares | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Purchase | Common Stock | 756 | $3.11 | $2K |
Holdings After Transaction:
Common Stock — 929,640 shares (Direct, null)
Footnotes (1)
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Key Figures
Shares purchased: 756 shares
Purchase price: $3.11 per share
Shares held after transaction: 929,640 shares
+2 more
5 metrics
Shares purchased
756 shares
Open-market purchase of RENN Fund common stock
Purchase price
$3.11 per share
Price paid for RENN Fund common stock on transaction date
Shares held after transaction
929,640 shares
Direct holdings of RENN Fund common stock after purchase
Transaction code
P
Denotes purchase in open market or private transaction
Ownership status
Ten percent owner
Reporting person classification for Horizon Kinetics
Key Terms
open-market purchase, pecuniary interest, investment adviser, ten percent owner, +1 more
5 terms
open-market purchase financial
"transaction_action: "open-market purchase" for the 756-share common stock buy"
An open-market purchase is when an investor or a company buys shares on a public stock exchange at the going market price, rather than through a private deal. It matters to investors because these purchases change how many shares are available, can push the stock price up or signal confidence from large buyers, and often affect per-share metrics like earnings—think of it like someone buying lots of apples off a grocery shelf, reducing supply and potentially raising the price.
pecuniary interest financial
"HKAM has a pecuniary interest in shares of the Issuer through various accounts"
investment adviser financial
"Horizon Kinetics Asset Management LLC serves as the investment adviser to the Issuer"
An investment adviser is a person or firm that professionally manages money and gives recommendations about buying, selling, or holding investments. Like a financial coach or guide, they have a legal duty to act in a client's best financial interest, so their advice, fees and potential conflicts can directly affect returns and risk — making their role important for investors who want informed, accountable help with portfolios.
ten percent owner regulatory
"HORIZON KINETICS ASSET MANAGEMENT LLC is listed as a ten percent owner"
non-derivative financial
"transaction_type is "non-derivative" for this common stock transaction"
FAQ
What insider transaction did Horizon Kinetics report for RENN Fund (RCG)?
Horizon Kinetics Asset Management LLC reported buying 756 shares of RENN Fund common stock in an open-market transaction at $3.11 per share. This increased its direct holdings to 929,640 shares, reflecting a modest addition to its advisory-managed position.
Who is the reporting person in the latest RENN Fund (RCG) Form 4 filing?
The reporting person is Horizon Kinetics Asset Management LLC, a ten percent owner of RENN Fund, Inc. It serves as the fund’s investment adviser and has a pecuniary interest in shares through various client accounts that it manages, according to the Form 4 footnote.
What type of transaction was reported in the RENN Fund (RCG) Form 4?
The Form 4 shows an open-market purchase of RENN Fund common stock. Horizon Kinetics Asset Management LLC bought 756 shares at $3.11 per share, coded as a “P” transaction, which denotes a purchase in an open market or private transaction under SEC rules.
Does the RENN Fund (RCG) Form 4 involve derivative securities or options?
No, the reported transaction involves only non-derivative common stock of RENN Fund. The derivative summary section is empty, indicating no options, warrants, or other derivative securities were exercised, converted, or otherwise affected in this particular Form 4 filing.