BlackRock reports 7% stake in INC common stock

BlackRock, Inc. filed an amended Schedule 13G/A reporting beneficial ownership of common stock of INC (symbol VSTM).

Accepted by SEC EDGAR 07/30/2026 - 11:18 AM EDT Learn about SEC filing dates

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

BlackRock, Inc. filed an amended Schedule 13G/A reporting beneficial ownership of common stock of INC (symbol VSTM). BlackRock reports beneficial ownership of 6,187,012 shares of common stock, representing 7.0% of the class as of June 30, 2026.

BlackRock reports sole voting powersole dispositive power

Key Figures

Beneficially owned shares: 6,187,012 shares Percent of class: 7.0% Sole voting power: 6,105,049 shares +4 more

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Beneficially owned shares 6,187,012 shares Common stock of INC (VSTM) beneficially owned by BlackRock as of June 30, 2026

Percent of class 7.0% Portion of INC (VSTM) common stock class reported as beneficially owned by BlackRock

Sole voting power 6,105,049 shares Shares of INC (VSTM) over which BlackRock has sole power to vote or direct the vote

Shared voting power 0 shares Shares of INC (VSTM) over which BlackRock reports shared voting power

Sole dispositive power 6,187,012 shares Shares of INC (VSTM) over which BlackRock has sole power to dispose or direct disposition

Shared dispositive power 0 shares Shares of INC (VSTM) over which BlackRock reports shared dispositive power

Filing date signature 07/30/2026 Date of signature by Managing Director on the Schedule 13G/A

Key Terms

beneficially owned, Sole Voting Power, dispositive power, Power of Attorney, +1 more

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beneficially owned financial

"this reflects the securities beneficially owned, or deemed to be beneficially owned, by certain business units"

Beneficially owned describes securities or assets where a person has the economic rights and control—such as the right to receive dividends and to direct voting—even if legal title is held in another name. Think of it like having the keys and using a car that’s registered to someone else: you get the benefits and make decisions. Investors care because beneficial ownership reveals who truly controls value and voting power, affecting corporate decisions and takeover dynamics.

Sole Voting Power financial

"5 | Sole Voting Power 6,105,049.00 6 | Shared Voting Power 0.00"

Sole voting power is the exclusive right to cast votes attached to a shareholder’s stock without needing approval from anyone else. Like holding the only remote control for a TV, it lets that holder decide corporate matters such as board members, mergers, and policy changes, making it important to investors because it concentrates control and can strongly influence a company’s strategy and the value of its shares.

dispositive power financial

"Sole power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: 6187012"

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.

Power of Attorney regulatory

"Exhibit 24: Power of Attorney Exhibit 99: Item 7"

A power of attorney is a legal document that allows one person to make decisions and act on behalf of another person, often in financial or legal matters. It’s like giving someone a trusted helper or agent the authority to handle important tasks if you are unable to do so yourself. This matters to investors because it can impact how their assets are managed or transferred if they become unable to oversee their affairs.

Schedule 13G regulatory

"This schedule has been filed pursuant to Schedule 13G provisions for certain holders"

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.

FAQ

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How many VSTM (INC) shares does BlackRock, Inc. report owning in this Schedule 13G/A?

BlackRock reports beneficial ownership of 6,187,012 shares of INC (VSTM) common stock. This position is reported as of June 30, 2026 and represents a significant institutional holding in the issuer’s equity.

What percentage of VSTM common stock is owned by BlackRock, Inc. according to this filing?

BlackRock reports beneficial ownership of 7.0% of the class of INC (VSTM) common stock. This percentage reflects the shares attributed to certain BlackRock business units covered by the filing as of June 30, 2026.

What voting power over VSTM shares does BlackRock, Inc. report in this Schedule 13G/A?

BlackRock reports sole voting power over 6,105,049 shares of INC (VSTM) common stock and no shared voting power. This means only BlackRock’s covered business units can vote or direct voting for those shares.

What dispositive power over VSTM shares does BlackRock, Inc. disclose?

BlackRock discloses sole dispositive power over 6,187,012 shares of INC (VSTM) common stock and no shared dispositive power. Sole dispositive power covers the authority to sell or otherwise dispose of the reported shares.

Who ultimately benefits from the VSTM shares reported by BlackRock, Inc. in this filing?

BlackRock states that various persons have rights to receive dividends or sale proceeds from the INC (VSTM) shares. However, no single person’s interest exceeds five percent of INC’s total outstanding common shares.

Does this Schedule 13G/A cover all BlackRock holdings in VSTM common stock?

The filing covers securities beneficially owned by certain BlackRock business units defined as Reporting Business Units. It excludes any securities held by other disaggregated business units in accordance with SEC Release No. 34-39538.

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SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

SCHEDULE 13G

UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

(Amendment No. 1)

VERASTEM INC

(Name of Issuer)

Common Stock

(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

BlackRock, 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 6,105,049.00
6	Shared Voting Power 0.00
7	Sole Dispositive Power 6,187,012.00
8	Shared Dispositive Power 0.00

9

Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person

6,187,012.00

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)

7.0 %

12

Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)

HC

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: BlackRock, Inc. In accordance with SEC Release No. 34-39538 (January 12, 1998), this Schedule 13G reflects the securities beneficially owned, or deemed to be beneficially owned, by certain business units (collectively, the "Reporting Business Units") of BlackRock, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates. It does not include securities, if any, beneficially owned by other business units whose beneficial ownership of securities are disaggregated from that of the Reporting Business Units in accordance with such release.
(b)	Address or principal business office or, if none, residence: BlackRock, Inc., 50 Hudson Yards New York, NY 10001
(c)	Citizenship: See Item 4 of Cover Page
(d)	Title of class of securities: Common Stock
(e)	CUSIP No.: 92337C203
Item 4.	Ownership
(a)	Amount beneficially owned: 6187012
(b)	Percent of class: 7.0 %
(c)	Number of shares as to which the person has:
	(i) Sole power to vote or to direct the vote: 6105049
	(ii) Shared power to vote or to direct the vote: 0
	(iii) Sole power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: 6187012
	(iv) Shared power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: 0
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. Various persons have the right to receive or the power to direct the receipt of dividends from, or the proceeds from the sale of the common stock of VERASTEM INC. No one person's interest in the common stock of VERASTEM INC is more than five percent of the total outstanding common shares.
Item 7.	Identification and Classification of the Subsidiary Which Acquired the Security Being Reported on by the Parent Holding Company or Control Person.
	If a parent holding company has filed this schedule, pursuant to Rule 13d-1(b)(ii)(G), so indicate under Item 3(g) and attach an exhibit stating the identity and the Item 3 classification of the relevant subsidiary. If a parent holding company has filed this schedule pursuant to Rule 13d-1(c) or Rule 13d-1(d), attach an exhibit stating the identification of the relevant subsidiary. See Exhibit 99
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.

BlackRock, Inc.

Signature:	Spencer Fleming
Name/Title:	Managing Director
Date:	07/30/2026

Exhibit Information

Exhibit 24: Power of Attorney Exhibit 99: Item 7