Van Eck (SLI) discloses 18.78M-share stake; ETF holds 12.67M

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Van Eck Associates Corporation reports beneficial ownership in STANDARD LTD. Van Eck Associates states it beneficially owns 18,782,350 common shares of STANDARD LTD., representing 7.74% of the class as reported on this amendment to Schedule 13G/A. The filing identifies the VanEck Rare Earth and Strategic Metals ETF as having rights to dividends and sale proceeds for 12,672,072 shares of the reported position. The filing is signed by an authorized representative.

Insights

Institutional Ownership Analyst

Large passive holding disclosed: 18,782,350 shares (7.74%).

Van Eck Associates Corporation files this Schedule 13G/A to report beneficial ownership of 18,782,350 shares, equal to 7.74% of STANDARD LTD.'s common stock as stated in the amendment. The filing names an ETF that holds 12,672,072 shares of that position.

Ownership is presented as passive disclosure; cash‑flow treatment and sale intentions are not stated in the excerpt. Subsequent filings would show changes in stake size or voting arrangements.

Corporate Governance Specialist

Disclosure clarifies voting and dispositive power for a >5% holder.

The filing reports Van Eck's sole voting and dispositive power over 18,782,350 shares, indicating control over voting decisions for the reported stake. It also identifies that an investment company is entitled to dividends/proceeds on 12,672,072 shares.

This filing is a static ownership disclosure; any governance impact depends on future votes or transactions disclosed in later filings.

Key Figures

Beneficial ownership: 18,782,350 shares Percent of class: 7.74% ETF-held portion: 12,672,072 shares +1 more

4 metrics

Beneficial ownership 18,782,350 shares Amount beneficially owned reported on Schedule 13G/A

Percent of class 7.74% Percent of class reported in Item 4(b)

ETF-held portion 12,672,072 shares Shares for which VanEck Rare Earth and Strategic Metals ETF has rights to dividends/proceeds

CUSIP 853606101 CUSIP for STANDARD LTD. common shares as shown on the form

Key Terms

Schedule 13G/A, Beneficial ownership, Dispositive power, Investment Company Act

4 terms

Schedule 13G/A regulatory

"amendment to Schedule 13G/A reporting beneficial ownership"

A Schedule 13G/A is an amended public filing with the U.S. securities regulator that updates a previous Schedule 13G, disclosing when an individual or group holds a substantial (typically over 5%) stake in a company and is claiming a passive, non‑controlling intent. Investors monitor these updates because rising or falling holdings can signal changing confidence, potential future moves, or shifts in voting power — like watching a public ledger where large shareholders quietly adjust their positions.

Beneficial ownership financial

"Amount beneficially owned: 18782350"

Beneficial ownership means the person or entity that actually enjoys the benefits of owning shares or other assets — such as receiving dividends, voting rights, or price gains — even if the legal title is held in another name. For investors it matters because knowing who truly controls and profits from a company reveals who can influence decisions, exposes potential conflicts of interest or hidden concentration of power, and affects transparency and risk in the stock.

Dispositive power regulatory

"Sole power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: 18782350"

Dispositive power is the authority to decide the final outcome of an asset, legal claim, contract, or corporate action — in effect the power to dispose of or resolve something. For investors it matters because whoever holds that authority can determine who gets paid, who controls an asset or vote, and how risks and returns are allocated; think of it like holding the key that lets you lock in the winner or loser in a deal.

Investment Company Act regulatory

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

The Investment Company Act is a law that sets rules for businesses whose main activity is managing and selling pooled money, such as mutual funds and other investment funds. It matters to investors because it requires clear reporting, limits managers from putting their own interests ahead of clients, and mandates safekeeping and oversight of assets—similar to safety inspections and traffic rules that help keep shared vehicles reliable and trustworthy.

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Accepted by SEC EDGAR 05/15/2026 - 09:40 AM Learn about SEC filing dates

FAQ

What stake does Van Eck Associates report in STANDARD LTD. (SLI)?

Van Eck Associates reports beneficial ownership of 18,782,350 common shares, equal to 7.74% of STANDARD LTD.'s class as stated in the Schedule 13G/A amendment.

How many of Van Eck's reported shares are tied to an ETF?

The filing states the VanEck Rare Earth and Strategic Metals ETF has rights to dividends and proceeds for 12,672,072 shares of the shares reported by Van Eck Associates.

Does the filing state Van Eck has voting power over the shares?

Yes. The amendment reports Van Eck Associates has sole voting power and sole dispositive power for 18,782,350 shares, as disclosed in the ownership item.

What filing form is used to disclose this stake in SLI?

This disclosure is an amendment to a Schedule 13G/A, a form used to report passive beneficial ownership positions exceeding certain thresholds under applicable rules.

Who signed the Schedule 13G/A amendment for Van Eck Associates?

The filing is signed by Ashley Sousa, identified as Assistant Vice President of Van Eck Associates Corporation, with the signature dated 05/15/2026.

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

SCHEDULE 13G

UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

(Amendment No. 1)

STANDARD LITHIUM LTD.

(Name of Issuer)

Common Shares

(Title of Class of Securities)

853606101

(CUSIP Number)

03/31/2026

(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): 853606101

1

Names of Reporting Persons

VAN ECK ASSOCIATES CORP

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 18,782,350.00
6	Shared Voting Power
7	Sole Dispositive Power 18,782,350.00
8	Shared Dispositive Power

9

Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person

18,782,350.00

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)

7.74 %

12

Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)

IA

SCHEDULE 13G

Item 1.
(a)	Name of issuer: STANDARD LITHIUM LTD.
(b)	Address of issuer's principal executive offices: 3600 N CAPITAL OF TX HWY,, BUILDING B, SUITE 2300, AUSTIN, Texas, 78746
Item 2.
(a)	Name of person filing: Van Eck Associates Corporation
(b)	Address or principal business office or, if none, residence: 666 Third Ave, 9th Floor, New York NY 10017
(c)	Citizenship: Delaware
(d)	Title of class of securities: Common Shares
(e)	CUSIP No.: 853606101
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: 18782350
(b)	Percent of class: 7.74 %
(c)	Number of shares as to which the person has:
	(i) Sole power to vote or to direct the vote: 18782350
	(ii) Shared power to vote or to direct the vote:
	(iii) Sole power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: 18782350
	(iv) Shared power to dispose or to direct the disposition of:
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. The VanEck Rare Earth and Strategic Metals ETF, an investment company registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, has the right to receive dividends and proceeds from the sale of 12,672,072 of the shares reported by Van Eck Associates Corp

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.

VAN ECK ASSOCIATES CORP

Signature:	Ashley Sousa
Name/Title:	Assistant Vice President, Van Eck Associates Corporation
Date:	05/15/2026