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Viridian Therapeutics, Inc. (VRDN) is reported to have 5,687,507 shares of its common stock beneficially owned, representing 5.0% of the class, by a group led by Point72 Asset Management, L.P., Point72 Capital Advisors, Inc., and Steven A. Cohen as of August 19, 2026.
The shares are held by Point72 Associates, LLC, an investment fund managed by Point72 Asset Management. The reporting persons have shared voting and dispositive power over these 5,687,507 shares and no sole voting or dispositive power. They state that the filing should not be construed as an admission of beneficial ownership under Section 13 of the Exchange Act.
Key Figures
Shares beneficially owned:5,687,507 sharesPercent of class:5.0%Shared voting power:5,687,507 shares+1 more
4 metrics
Shares beneficially owned5,687,507 sharesCommon stock of Viridian Therapeutics, Inc. as of August 19, 2026
Percent of class5.0%Percentage of Viridian Therapeutics, Inc. common stock outstanding
Shared voting power5,687,507 sharesShares over which the reporting persons share voting power
Shared dispositive power5,687,507 sharesShares over which the reporting persons share dispositive power
"they have agreed to file this jointly in accordance with the provisions of Rule 13d-1(k)"
A Schedule 13G is a formal document that investors file with the government when they acquire a large ownership stake in a company, usually for investment purposes rather than control. It helps keep the public informed about who owns significant parts of a company's shares, which can influence how the company is managed and how investors make decisions. Filing this schedule is important for transparency and understanding the ownership landscape of publicly traded companies.
beneficial ownerregulatory
"beneficial owner of the Shares reported herein"
A beneficial owner is the person who ultimately owns or controls a financial asset or property, even if their name isn't directly on official documents. Think of it like someone who secretly holds the keys to a safe deposit box—others may appear to have access, but the true owner is the one who benefits from what's inside. Identifying beneficial owners helps ensure transparency and prevent illegal activities like money laundering or fraud.
shared voting powerfinancial
"Shared Voting Power 5,687,507.00"
Shared voting power occurs when two or more parties jointly have the right to vote or decide how a block of company shares is cast, like co-owners who must agree before moving a piece of furniture. Investors care because who controls voting rights affects board elections, major corporate decisions and takeover outcomes, and shared control can alter regulatory disclosures and the practical influence any holder has over a company’s direction and value.
shared dispositive powerfinancial
"Shared Dispositive Power 5,687,507.00"
investment management agreementfinancial
"Pursuant to an investment management agreement, Point72 Asset Management maintains"
An investment management agreement is a written contract that hires a professional to make buying, selling and strategy decisions for an investment account or fund, and sets out their duties, fees, risk limits, performance measures and reporting requirements. It matters to investors because the agreement determines who controls the money, how much the service costs, what risks are allowed, and how success or failure is measured—think of it as the service contract that defines expectations and remedies for a hired portfolio manager.
FAQ
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How many VRDN shares are reported as beneficially owned by the Point72 group?
The reporting persons disclose beneficial ownership of 5,687,507 shares of Viridian Therapeutics, Inc. common stock, held by Point72 Associates, LLC and managed under an investment management agreement with Point72 Asset Management, L.P., as of the close of business on August 19, 2026.
What percentage of Viridian Therapeutics (VRDN) does the Point72 group report owning?
The filing reports that the Point72-related entities beneficially own 5.0% of the outstanding common stock of Viridian Therapeutics, Inc. This percentage is based on the company’s outstanding shares as of August 19, 2026.
Who are the reporting persons in this Schedule 13G for VRDN?
The reporting persons are Point72 Asset Management, L.P., Point72 Capital Advisors, Inc., and Steven A. Cohen. The shares are held by Point72 Associates, LLC, which is managed by Point72 Asset Management under an investment management agreement.
Do the Point72 reporting persons have sole or shared voting power over VRDN shares?
They report 0 shares with sole voting power and 5,687,507 shares with shared voting power. They likewise report no sole dispositive power and shared dispositive power over the same 5,687,507 shares of Viridian Therapeutics, Inc.
Which entity has the right to receive dividends or sale proceeds from the VRDN shares?
Point72 Associates, LLC has the right to receive, or direct the receipt of, dividends and sale proceeds from more than 5% of the outstanding shares of Viridian Therapeutics, Inc., as disclosed under the ownership of more than 5 percent on behalf of another person.
What is the relationship between Point72 Asset Management and Point72 Capital Advisors in this VRDN filing?
Point72 Asset Management, L.P. maintains investment and voting power over VRDN securities held by Point72 Associates, while Point72 Capital Advisors, Inc. is the general partner of Point72 Asset Management. Steven A. Cohen controls both entities, according to the disclosure.
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
SCHEDULE 13G
UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
Viridian Therapeutics, Inc.
(Name of Issuer)
Common Stock, par value $0.01 per share
(Title of Class of Securities)
92790C104
(CUSIP Number)
08/19/2026
(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):
92790C104
1
Names of Reporting Persons
Point72 Asset Management, L.P.
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
0.00
6
Shared Voting Power
5,687,507.00
7
Sole Dispositive Power
0.00
8
Shared Dispositive Power
5,687,507.00
9
Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person
5,687,507.00
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)
5.0 %
12
Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)
PN
SCHEDULE 13G
CUSIP Number(s):
92790C104
1
Names of Reporting Persons
Point72 Capital Advisors, Inc.
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
0.00
6
Shared Voting Power
5,687,507.00
7
Sole Dispositive Power
0.00
8
Shared Dispositive Power
5,687,507.00
9
Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person
5,687,507.00
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)
5.0 %
12
Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)
CO
SCHEDULE 13G
CUSIP Number(s):
92790C104
1
Names of Reporting Persons
Steven A. Cohen
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
UNITED STATES
Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:
5
Sole Voting Power
0.00
6
Shared Voting Power
5,687,507.00
7
Sole Dispositive Power
0.00
8
Shared Dispositive Power
5,687,507.00
9
Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person
5,687,507.00
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)
5.0 %
12
Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)
IN
SCHEDULE 13G
Item 1.
(a)
Name of issuer:
Viridian Therapeutics, Inc.
(b)
Address of issuer's principal executive offices:
221 Crescent Street, Suite 103A, Waltham, MA 02453
Item 2.
(a)
Name of person filing:
This statement is filed by: (i) Point72 Asset Management, L.P. ("Point72 Asset Management") with respect to the shares of common stock, par value $0.01 per share ("Shares"), of Viridian Therapeutics, Inc. held by Point72 Associates, LLC, an investment fund it manages ("Point72 Associates"); (ii) Point72 Capital Advisors, Inc. ("Point72 Capital Advisors Inc.") with respect to the Shares held by Point72 Associates; and (iii) Steven A. Cohen ("Mr. Cohen") with respect to the Shares beneficially owned by Point72 Asset Management and Point72 Capital Advisors Inc.
Cubist Systematic Strategies, LLC is a relying adviser on the Form ADV of Point72 Asset Management and acts as a sub-advisor with respect to a portion of the Shares reported herein.
Point72 Asset Management, Point72 Capital Advisors Inc., and Mr. Cohen have entered into a Joint Filing Agreement, a copy of which is filed with this Schedule 13G as Exhibit 99.1, pursuant to which they have agreed to file this Schedule 13G jointly in accordance with the provisions of Rule 13d-1(k) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the "Act").
(b)
Address or principal business office or, if none, residence:
The address of the principal business office of Point72 Asset Management, Point72 Capital Advisors Inc., and Mr. Cohen is 72 Cummings Point Road, Stamford, CT 06902.
(c)
Citizenship:
Point72 Asset Management is a Delaware limited partnership. Point72 Capital Advisors Inc. is a Delaware corporation. Mr. Cohen is a United States citizen.
(d)
Title of class of securities:
Common Stock, par value $0.01 per share
(e)
CUSIP Number(s):
92790C104
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:
The information required by Item 4(a) is set forth in Row 9 of the cover page for each of the Reporting Persons and is incorporated herein by reference. Such information is as of the close of business on August 19, 2026.
Point72 Asset Management, Point72 Capital Advisors Inc., and Mr. Cohen own directly no Shares. Pursuant to an investment management agreement, Point72 Asset Management maintains investment and voting power with respect to the securities held by Point72 Associates. Point72 Capital Advisors Inc. is the general partner of Point72 Asset Management. Mr. Cohen controls each of Point72 Asset Management and Point72 Capital Advisors Inc. The filing of this statement should not be construed as an admission that any of the foregoing persons or any Reporting Person is, for the purposes of Section 13 of the Act, the beneficial owner of the Shares reported herein.
(b)
Percent of class:
5.0%
(c)
Number of shares as to which the person has:
(i) Sole power to vote or to direct the vote:
The information required by Item 4(c)(i) is set forth in Row 5 of the cover page for each of the Reporting Persons and is incorporated herein by reference. Such information is as of the close of business on August 19, 2026.
(ii) Shared power to vote or to direct the vote:
The information required by Item 4(c)(ii) is set forth in Row 6 of the cover page for each of the Reporting Persons and is incorporated herein by reference. Such information is as of the close of business on August 19, 2026.
(iii) Sole power to dispose or to direct the disposition of:
The information required by Item 4(c)(iii) is set forth in Row 7 of the cover page for each of the Reporting Persons and is incorporated herein by reference. Such information is as of the close of business on August 19, 2026.
(iv) Shared power to dispose or to direct the disposition of:
The information required by Item 4(c)(iv) is set forth in Row 8 of the cover page for each of the Reporting Persons and is incorporated herein by reference. Such information is as of the close of business on August 19, 2026.
Item 5.
Ownership of 5 Percent or Less of a Class.
Not Applicable
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.
See Item 2(a). Point72 Associates has the right to receive or the power to direct the receipt of dividends from, or the proceeds from the sale of, more than 5 percent of the outstanding Shares.
Item 7.
Identification and Classification of the Subsidiary Which Acquired the Security Being Reported on by the Parent Holding Company or Control Person.
Not Applicable
Item 8.
Identification and Classification of Members of the Group.
Not Applicable
Item 9.
Notice of Dissolution of Group.
Not Applicable
Item 10.
Certifications:
By signing below I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, the securities referred to above 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.
