Casdin, Meister disclose sizable GeneDx (WGS) ownership positions
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SCHEDULE 13D/A
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
GeneDx Holdings Corp. received an updated Schedule 13D/A from investment groups associated with Eli Casdin and Keith Meister, detailing their ownership of the company’s Class A common stock. Based on 29,688,027 shares outstanding as of May 1, 2026, Eli Casdin reports beneficial ownership of 13.7% and Keith Meister reports 17.9%, including shares held through various funds, LLCs, warrants, options and restricted stock units. Corvex Management and Casdin Capital entities are also listed with double‑digit percentage stakes, reflecting significant institutional involvement in GeneDx.
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Key Figures
Eli Casdin beneficial ownership: 4,099,671 shares (13.7%)
Keith A. Meister beneficial ownership: 5,356,767 shares (17.9%)
Corvex Management position: 4,784,570 shares (16.1%)
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Eli Casdin beneficial ownership
4,099,671 shares (13.7%)
Class A common stock based on 29,688,027 shares outstanding as of May 1, 2026
Keith A. Meister beneficial ownership
5,356,767 shares (17.9%)
Class A common stock based on 29,688,027 shares outstanding as of May 1, 2026
Corvex Management position
4,784,570 shares (16.1%)
Beneficial ownership of GeneDx Class A shares
Casdin Capital-related fund position
3,507,164 shares (11.8%)
Casdin Partners Master Fund, L.P. holdings
CMLS Holdings LLC position
537,285 shares (1.8%)
Beneficial ownership via CMLS Holdings LLC and related entities
Shares outstanding
29,688,027 shares
GeneDx Class A shares outstanding as of May 1, 2026
Private placement warrant strike price
$379.50 per share
Exercise price for each private placement warrant exercisable into one share
Private placement warrants per principal holder
204,141 warrants
Warrants held by each of Eli Casdin and Keith Meister
Key Terms
beneficial ownership, private placement warrants, restricted stock units, investment adviser, +1 more
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beneficial ownership financial
"Percent of class represented by amount in Row (11) 13.7 %"
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.
private placement warrants financial
"204,141 Shares issuable upon the exercise of 204,141 private placement warrants of the Issuer."
Private placement warrants are tradable coupons given directly to a limited group of investors that let the holder buy a company's shares at a fixed price before a set expiration date. They matter to investors because they can provide extra upside if the stock rises and give companies a way to raise money outside a public offering, but they also can increase the number of shares outstanding (dilution) and therefore affect share value and investor returns.
restricted stock units financial
"20,517 Shares that were issued upon the vesting of restricted stock units, and 3,576 Shares to be issued upon vesting of restricted stock units"
Restricted stock units are a type of company reward where employees are promised shares of stock, but they only fully own these shares after meeting certain conditions, like staying with the company for a set time. They matter because they can become valuable assets and are often used to motivate employees to help the company succeed.
investment adviser financial
"Casdin Capital, LLC is the investment adviser to Casdin Partners Master Fund, LP"
An investment adviser is a person or firm that professionally manages money and gives recommendations about buying, selling, or holding investments. Like a financial coach or guide, they have a legal duty to act in a client's best financial interest, so their advice, fees and potential conflicts can directly affect returns and risk — making their role important for investors who want informed, accountable help with portfolios.
general partner financial
"Casdin Partners GP, LLC is the general partner of Casdin Partners Master Fund LP"
A general partner is the person or firm that runs an investment partnership and legally represents it — they make the day-to-day decisions, choose which assets to buy or sell, and are responsible for the partnership’s obligations. Investors care because the general partner’s judgment, risk-taking and fee and profit-sharing arrangements determine both the potential returns and the level of exposure to losses; think of the GP as the ship’s captain whose skill and honesty shape the voyage’s outcome.
FAQ
What ownership stake does Eli Casdin report in GeneDx (WGS)?
Eli Casdin reports beneficial ownership of 4,099,671 GeneDx shares, or 13.7% of the Class A common stock. This figure includes direct holdings, fund-related positions, vested options, and restricted stock units tied to his board service.
How much GeneDx (WGS) stock does Keith A. Meister beneficially own?
Keith A. Meister reports beneficial ownership of 5,356,767 GeneDx shares, representing 17.9% of the Class A common stock. This includes shares held via Corvex-managed funds, interests through CMLS Holdings LLC, options, and restricted stock units granted for board service.
What position does Corvex Management report in GeneDx (WGS)?
Corvex Management reports beneficial ownership of 4,784,570 GeneDx Class A shares, equal to 16.1% of the outstanding stock. These shares are attributed to investment funds advised by Corvex and are indirectly associated with Keith Meister.
What are the key warrant and equity award details disclosed for GeneDx (WGS)?
Both Eli Casdin and Keith Meister are reported to beneficially own 204,141 private placement warrants each, exercisable at $379.50 per GeneDx share. They also hold fully vested options and restricted stock units granted for service on GeneDx’s board of directors.