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Gabelli group reports 5.5% GATX (NYSE: GATX) ownership stake

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SCHEDULE 13D/A

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Gabelli-affiliated investment entities filed an amended Schedule 13D reporting beneficial ownership of 1,953,448 GATX Corp common shares, or 5.50% of the 35,523,634 shares outstanding as of February 26, 2026.

The holdings are spread mainly across Gabelli Funds, LLC with 844,950 shares and GAMCO Asset Management Inc. with 1,100,598 shares, with smaller positions at related entities and Mario Gabelli personally. The group uses the long-form Schedule 13D because they may regularly communicate with GATX management and want those interactions to remain compliant with Exchange Act reporting rules. Recent activity shows numerous open-market transactions, largely sales by Gabelli funds and GAMCO during February–March 2026 at prices generally between about $168 and $198 per share.

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Gabelli entities report a 5.5% GATX stake with ongoing trading and possible management dialogue.

Gabelli Funds, LLC, GAMCO Asset Management and affiliated entities collectively report beneficial ownership of 1,953,448 GATX shares, equal to 5.50% of the 35,523,634 shares outstanding as of February 26, 2026. The stake reflects a meaningful but not controlling position.

The filing explains they choose the long-form Schedule 13D because they may regularly communicate with GATX’s management. That language signals an engaged, research-driven shareholder rather than a purely passive holder, though no specific plans or proposals are described in the excerpt.

Item 5 lists extensive recent trading, mainly open‑market sales by Gabelli funds and GAMCO during February–March 2026, at prices mostly between about $168 and $198 per share. Despite this selling activity, the group still reports aggregate ownership above the 5% disclosure threshold, suggesting continued interest in the position while actively managing size.

Aggregate GATX shares owned 1,953,448 shares Beneficial ownership reported by Gabelli-related entities
Ownership percentage 5.50% of class Based on 35,523,634 GATX shares outstanding as of February 26, 2026
Shares outstanding 35,523,634 shares GATX common stock outstanding as of February 26, 2026
Gabelli Funds holding 844,950 shares (2.38%) Beneficial ownership attributed to Gabelli Funds, LLC
GAMCO holding 1,100,598 shares (3.10%) Beneficial ownership attributed to GAMCO Asset Management Inc.
Largest reported sale price $198.9155 per share GAMCO sale on 2/23/2026
Recent sale example price $171.9900 per share GAMCO sale of 34,000 shares on 3/31/2026
Gabelli Utilities Fund sale 4,000 shares at $190.5750 Sale on 2/11/2026
beneficially own financial
"The Reporting Persons beneficially own those Securities as follows: Funds 844,950 shares 2.38%, GAMCO 1,100,598 shares 3.10%"
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.
Schedule 13D regulatory
"file the long form pursuant to Section 13d-1 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the "Act") even though they may be technically eligible to file the short form Schedule G."
A Schedule 13D is a legal document that investors file with regulators when they buy a large enough stake in a company to potentially influence its management or decisions. It provides details about the investor’s intention, ownership stake, and plans, helping other investors understand who is gaining control and what their motives might be.
sole voting power financial
"Each of the Reporting Persons and Covered Persons has the sole power to vote or direct the vote and sole power to dispose"
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.
investment adviser financial
"GAMCO, a wholly-owned subsidiary of GBL, is an investment adviser registered under the Investment Advisers Act of 1940"
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.
Proxy Voting Committee financial
"the Proxy Voting Committee of each Fund shall respectively vote that Funds shares"
beneficial ownership threshold financial
"representing 5.50% of the 35,523,634 shares outstanding as reported by the Issuer"





361448103

(CUSIP Number)
DAVID GOLDMAN
191 MASON STREET,
GREENWICH, CT, 06830
914-921-5000

(Name, Address and Telephone Number of Person Authorized to Receive Notices and Communications)
03/31/2026

(Date of Event Which Requires Filing of This Statement)


If the filing person has previously filed a statement on Schedule 13G to report the acquisition that is the subject of this Schedule 13D, and is filing this schedule because of §§ 240.13d-1(e), 240.13d-1(f) or 240.13d-1(g), check the following box.

The information required on the remainder of this cover page shall not be deemed to be "filed" for the purpose of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 ("Act") or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section of the Act but shall be subject to all other provisions of the Act (however, see the Notes).




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GAMCO INVESTORS, INC. ET AL
Signature:PETER D. GOLDSTEIN
Name/Title:CHIEF LEGAL OFFICER
Date:04/02/2026
GABELLI FUNDS LLC
Signature:DAVID GOLDMAN
Name/Title:GENERAL COUNSEL
Date:04/02/2026
GAMCO Asset Management Inc.
Signature:DOUGLAS R. JAMIESON
Name/Title:PRESIDENT
Date:04/02/2026
GABELLI FOUNDATION, INC.
Signature:DAVID GOLDMAN
Name/Title:ATTORNEY-IN-FACT
Date:04/02/2026
MJG ASSOCIATES, INC.
Signature:DAVID GOLDMAN
Name/Title:ATTORNEY-IN-FACT
Date:04/02/2026
GGCP, INC.
Signature:DAVID GOLDMAN
Name/Title:ATTORNEY-IN-FACT
Date:04/02/2026
Associated Capital Group, Inc.
Signature:PETER D. GOLDSTEIN
Name/Title:CHIEF LEGAL OFFICER
Date:04/02/2026
GABELLI MARIO J
Signature:DAVID GOLDMAN
Name/Title:ATTORNEY-IN-FACT
Date:04/02/2026

FAQ

How large is the Gabelli group’s ownership stake in GATX (GATX)?

The Gabelli-affiliated group reports beneficial ownership of 1,953,448 GATX common shares, equal to 5.50% of the 35,523,634 shares outstanding as of February 26, 2026. This makes them a significant, though non‑controlling, shareholder in the company.

Why did the Gabelli group use a long-form Schedule 13D for GATX (GATX)?

They state they file the long-form Schedule 13D even though eligible for a short form because they may regularly communicate with GATX management. Using Schedule 13D helps ensure those discussions remain compliant with their reporting obligations under the Exchange Act.

What recent trading activity in GATX (GATX) shares do the Gabelli entities report?

Item 5 lists numerous recent open‑market transactions, largely sales, by Gabelli funds and GAMCO between February and March 2026. Reported trades include various dates with per‑share prices generally ranging from about $168 to $198, reflecting active position management.

Who controls voting and disposition of the GATX (GATX) shares held by Gabelli entities?

The reporting entities generally have sole power to vote and dispose of their reported GATX shares, subject to advisory and fund arrangements. The filing notes exceptions, such as shares where GAMCO lacks voting authority and circumstances where fund proxy committees may exercise voting power instead.

Does Mario Gabelli personally own GATX (GATX) stock according to this filing?

Yes. The filing attributes 1,300 GATX common shares to Mario Gabelli personally, representing 0.00% of the class. His primary influence arises through control and leadership positions in entities like GGCP, GAMCO, Gabelli Funds and related companies that hold larger stakes.