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Royce Micro-Cap Trust (RMT) sees Saba disclose 5% ownership position

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SCHEDULE 13D

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Saba Capital Management and affiliates have disclosed a significant position in Royce Micro-Cap Trust, Inc. The group, including Saba Capital Management, L.P., Saba Capital Management GP, LLC, and Boaz R. Weinstein, reports beneficial ownership of 2,628,462 common shares, representing 5% of the outstanding stock, based on 52,592,863 shares outstanding as of 8/5/25. They state that about $26,301,407 was paid to acquire these shares, using investor subscription proceeds, related appreciation, and ordinary-course margin borrowings.

The filing says the shares were acquired in the ordinary course for investment because they believe the stock is undervalued. The reporting persons may engage with management, the board, and other shareholders on topics such as operations, governance, board appointments, capitalization, trading at a discount to net asset value, and the open or closed end nature and potential liquidation timing of the trust. They may consider actions including proxy solicitation, shareholder proposals, or board nominations, and may increase, reduce, or hedge their position over time.

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Insights

Saba discloses a 5% stake and signals willingness to push for changes.

The disclosure shows Saba Capital Management, L.P., its general partner, and Boaz R. Weinstein collectively beneficially own 2,628,462 common shares of Royce Micro-Cap Trust, Inc., or 5% of shares outstanding, based on 52,592,863 shares as of 8/5/25. The filing notes that approximately $26,301,407 was paid to acquire this stake using investor capital and margin borrowings in the ordinary course.

The group states it bought the shares for investment because it believes they are undervalued. It explicitly leaves open a wide range of possible future actions: engaging with management and the board, discussing the trust’s discount to net asset value, capitalization, governance, board appointments, and the open or closed end nature and potential liquidation timing of the vehicle. It also references possible proxy solicitations, shareholder proposals, and board nominations, while reserving the right to buy more shares, sell, or use short selling and hedging.

For existing shareholders, this filing indicates that a sophisticated investment manager now holds a meaningful position and is contemplating governance and strategic discussions. Any concrete steps—such as actual shareholder proposals, proxy solicitations, or board nominations—would need to be detailed in future public materials or regulatory filings before their implications can be fully assessed.






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).






SCHEDULE 13D




Comment for Type of Reporting Person:
The percentages used herein are calculated based upon 52,592,863 shares of common stock outstanding as of 8/5/25, as disclosed in the company's DEF 14A filed 8/18/25.


SCHEDULE 13D




Comment for Type of Reporting Person:
The percentages used herein are calculated based upon 52,592,863 shares of common stock outstanding as of 8/5/25, as disclosed in the company's DEF 14A filed 8/18/25.


SCHEDULE 13D




Comment for Type of Reporting Person:
The percentages used herein are calculated based upon 52,592,863 shares of common stock outstanding as of 8/5/25, as disclosed in the company's DEF 14A filed 8/18/25.


SCHEDULE 13D


Saba Capital Management, L.P.
Signature:/s/ Michael D'Angelo
Name/Title:General Counsel
Date:01/06/2026
Boaz R. Weinstein
Signature:/s/ Michael D'Angelo
Name/Title:Authorized Signatory
Date:01/06/2026
Saba Capital Management GP, LLC
Signature:/s/ Michael D'Angelo
Name/Title:Attorney-in-fact*
Date:01/06/2026
Comments accompanying signature:
Pursuant to a power of attorney dated as of November 16, 2015, which is incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 2 to the Schedule 13G filed by the Reporting Persons on December 28, 2015, accession number: 0001062993-15-006823

FAQ

How large is Saba Capitals stake in Royce Micro-Cap Trust (RMT)?

The reporting persons disclose beneficial ownership of 2,628,462 common shares of Royce Micro-Cap Trust, Inc., representing 5% of the outstanding stock based on 52,592,863 shares as of 8/5/25.

Who are the reporting persons in this Schedule 13D related to Royce Micro-Cap Trust (RMT)?

The filing is jointly made by Saba Capital Management, L.P., Saba Capital Management GP, LLC, and Boaz R. Weinstein, collectively referred to as the reporting persons.

How much did Saba Capital pay to acquire its Royce Micro-Cap Trust (RMT) shares?

The filing states that a total of approximately $26,301,407 was paid to acquire the common shares reported.

Why did Saba Capital acquire shares of Royce Micro-Cap Trust (RMT)?

The reporting persons state they acquired the common shares in the ordinary course of business for investment purposes because they believe the shares are undervalued and represent an attractive investment opportunity.

What actions might Saba Capital consider regarding Royce Micro-Cap Trust (RMT)?

They may discuss the trusts business, operations, governance, board appointments, capitalization, trading at a discount to net asset value, and the open or closed end nature and potential liquidation timing. They may also consider proxy solicitations, shareholder proposals, or board nominations, and could buy more shares, sell shares, or use short selling and hedging.

Does Saba Capital have agreements with third parties about Royce Micro-Cap Trust (RMT) shares?

The filing states that, other than a Joint Filing Agreement among the reporting persons, there are no contracts, arrangements, understandings or relationships with any other person regarding the issuers securities.

How is control over voting and disposition of Royce Micro-Cap Trust (RMT) shares structured among the reporting persons?

Each reporting person reports 0 sole voting and dispositive power and 2,628,462 shared voting and shared dispositive power over the common shares.
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