[SCHEDULE 13G/A] Verastem, Inc. Amended Passive Investment Disclosure
Armistice reports 7.76% Verastem stake
Armistice Capital, LLC and Steven Boyd report significant ownership in Verastem, Inc. They report beneficial ownership of 7,024,000 shares of Verastem common stock, representing 7.76% of the class.
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Armistice Capital, LLC and Steven Boyd report significant ownership in Verastem, Inc. They report beneficial ownership of 7,024,000 shares of Verastem common stock, representing 7.76% of the class. All reported shares are held with shared voting and dispositive power, with no sole voting or dispositive authority.
Armistice Capital is investment manager to Armistice Capital Master Fund Ltd., the direct holder of the shares, and exercises voting and investment power under an Investment Management Agreement. Steven Boyd, as managing member of Armistice Capital, may be deemed to share beneficial ownership of these securities.
Key Figures
Shares beneficially owned:7,024,000 sharesPercent of class:7.76%Shared voting power:7,024,000 shares+3 more
6 metrics
Shares beneficially owned7,024,000 sharesVerastem common stock reported by Armistice Capital and Steven Boyd
Percent of class7.76%Ownership percentage of Verastem common stock
Shared voting power7,024,000 sharesShares over which reporting persons share voting power
Shared dispositive power7,024,000 sharesShares over which reporting persons share dispositive power
Sole voting power0 sharesVerastem shares with sole voting authority reported
Sole dispositive power0 sharesVerastem shares with sole dispositive authority reported
"may be deemed to beneficially own the securities of the Issuer held"
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.
dispositive powerfinancial
"Shared Dispositive Power 7,024,000.00"
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 Management Agreementfinancial
"pursuant to an Investment Management Agreement, Armistice Capital exercises voting"
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.
Cayman Islands exempted companyfinancial
"The Master Fund, a Cayman Islands exempted company that is an investment"
A Cayman Islands exempted company is a legal entity incorporated under Cayman Islands law that is set up to do business mainly outside the islands; it offers flexible rules, limited local reporting and tax neutrality. For investors, it matters because the company’s legal protections, shareholder rights, disclosure requirements and tax treatment follow Cayman law rather than the investor’s home jurisdiction, which can affect governance, transparency and how easy it is to enforce claims—think of it like a car registered in another state for legal and tax reasons.
FAQ
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What percentage of Verastem, Inc. (VSTM) does Armistice Capital report owning?
Armistice Capital and Steven Boyd report beneficial ownership of 7.76% of Verastem’s common stock, representing 7,024,000 shares. This ownership is reported on a shared voting and dispositive power basis under Schedule 13G/A Amendment No. 2.
How many Verastem (VSTM) shares does Armistice Capital beneficially own?
Armistice Capital and Steven Boyd beneficially own 7,024,000 shares of Verastem common stock. These shares are held through Armistice Capital Master Fund Ltd., over which Armistice Capital exercises voting and investment power via an Investment Management Agreement.
What voting and dispositive power does Armistice Capital have over Verastem (VSTM) shares?
Armistice Capital and Steven Boyd report 0 shares with sole voting or dispositive power and 7,024,000 shares with shared voting and shared dispositive power. Authority is exercised through Armistice Capital over securities held by the Master Fund.
Who is the direct holder of the Verastem (VSTM) shares reported by Armistice Capital?
The Armistice Capital Master Fund Ltd., a Cayman Islands exempted company, is the direct holder of the reported Verastem shares. Armistice Capital acts as investment manager and may be deemed to beneficially own the securities under its Investment Management Agreement.
What role does Steven Boyd have in the Verastem (VSTM) ownership reported on Schedule 13G/A?
Steven Boyd is identified as the managing member of Armistice Capital, LLC. Due to this role, he may be deemed to beneficially own the Verastem securities held by the Master Fund, which are managed by Armistice Capital under an Investment Management Agreement.
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
SCHEDULE 13G
UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
(Amendment No. 2)
Verastem, Inc.
(Name of Issuer)
Common stock, $0.0001 par value per share
(Title of Class of Securities)
92337C203
(CUSIP Number)
06/30/2026
(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):
92337C203
1
Names of Reporting Persons
Armistice Capital, LLC
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
7,024,000.00
7
Sole Dispositive Power
0.00
8
Shared Dispositive Power
7,024,000.00
9
Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person
7,024,000.00
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)
7.76 %
12
Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)
IA, OO
SCHEDULE 13G
CUSIP Number(s):
92337C203
1
Names of Reporting Persons
Steven Boyd
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
7,024,000.00
7
Sole Dispositive Power
0.00
8
Shared Dispositive Power
7,024,000.00
9
Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person
7,024,000.00
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)
7.76 %
12
Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)
HC, IN
SCHEDULE 13G
Item 1.
(a)
Name of issuer:
Verastem, Inc.
(b)
Address of issuer's principal executive offices:
117 KENDRICK STREET, SUITE 500, NEEDHAM, MA, 02494
Item 2.
(a)
Name of person filing:
Armistice Capital, LLC
Steven Boyd
Collectively, the "Reporting Persons"
(b)
Address or principal business office or, if none, residence:
Armistice Capital, LLC
510 Madison Avenue, 7th Floor
New York, New York 10022
United States of America
Steven Boyd
c/o Armistice Capital, LLC
510 Madison Avenue, 7th Floor
New York, New York 10022
United States of America
(c)
Citizenship:
Armistice Capital, LLC - Delaware; Steven Boyd - United States of America
(d)
Title of class of securities:
Common stock, $0.0001 par value per share
(e)
CUSIP No.:
92337C203
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:
7,024,000
(b)
Percent of class:
7.76%
(c)
Number of shares as to which the person has:
(i) Sole power to vote or to direct the vote:
0
(ii) Shared power to vote or to direct the vote:
7,024,000
(iii) Sole power to dispose or to direct the disposition of:
0
(iv) Shared power to dispose or to direct the disposition of:
7,024,000
Armistice Capital, LLC ("Armistice Capital") is the investment manager of Armistice Capital Master Fund Ltd. (the "Master Fund"), the direct holder of the Shares, and pursuant to an Investment Management Agreement, Armistice Capital exercises voting and investment power over the securities of the Issuer held by the Master Fund and thus may be deemed to beneficially own the securities of the Issuer held by the Master Fund. Mr. Boyd, as the managing member of Armistice Capital, may be deemed to beneficially own the securities of the Issuer held by the Master Fund. The Master Fund specifically disclaims beneficial ownership of the securities of the Issuer directly held by it by virtue of its inability to vote or dispose of such securities as a result of its Investment Management Agreement with Armistice Capital.
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.
The Master Fund, a Cayman Islands exempted company that is an investment advisory client of Armistice Capital, has the right to receive dividends from, or the proceeds from the sale of, the reported securities.
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 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.
Armistice Capital, LLC
Signature:
/s/ Steven Boyd
Name/Title:
Steven Boyd - Managing Member
Date:
08/14/2026
Steven Boyd
Signature:
/s/ Steven Boyd
Name/Title:
Steven Boyd
Date:
08/14/2026
Exhibit Information
JOINT FILING STATEMENT
PURSUANT TO RULE 13d-1(k)
The undersigned acknowledge and agree that the foregoing statement on Schedule 13G, is filed on behalf of each of the undersigned and that all subsequent amendments to this statement on Schedule 13G, shall be filed on behalf of each of the undersigned without the necessity of filing additional joint acquisition statements. The undersigned acknowledge that each shall be responsible for the timely filing of such amendments, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning him or it contained therein, but shall not be responsible for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning the others, except to the extent that he or it knows or has reason to believe that such information is inaccurate.
Dated: August 14, 2026
Armistice Capital, LLC
By: /s/ Steven Boyd
Steven Boyd - Managing Member
Steven Boyd
By: /s/ Steven Boyd