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Gabelli/GAMCO group (SBGI) discloses 11.03% Sinclair ownership in amended 13D

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SCHEDULE 13D/A

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Gabelli- and GAMCO-affiliated entities filed Amendment No. 10 to a Schedule 13D reporting a significant ownership stake in Sinclair, Inc. Class A Common Stock. The group reports beneficial ownership of 5,280,944 shares, equal to 11.03% of the 47,863,797 shares outstanding as of the issuer’s latest Form 10‑K.

The largest holder in the group is GAMCO Asset Management Inc., with 3,824,344 shares, or 7.99% of the class, followed by Gabelli Funds LLC with 1,123,200 shares, or 2.35%. Other affiliated entities and Mario Gabelli hold smaller positions.

The filing states that the reporting persons are using the long-form Schedule 13D because they may regularly communicate with Sinclair’s management, and this format helps ensure those discussions remain consistent with their disclosure obligations under the Exchange Act.

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Aggregate Sinclair stake 5,280,944 shares Total beneficial ownership reported by all Gabelli/GAMCO entities
Ownership percentage 11.03% Portion of Sinclair Class A shares beneficially owned by reporting group
Shares outstanding 47,863,797 shares Sinclair Class A shares outstanding as of Form 10‑K for year ended December 31, 2025
GAMCO Asset stake 3,824,344 shares (7.99%) Beneficial ownership by GAMCO Asset Management Inc.
Gabelli Funds stake 1,123,200 shares (2.35%) Beneficial ownership by Gabelli Funds LLC
Largest single recent trade 218,000 shares at $12.6500 GAMCO Asset Management sale on March 31, 2026
beneficially own financial
"The aggregate number of Securities to which this relates is 5,280,944 shares, representing 11.03%..."
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
"The Reporting Persons file the long form pursuant to Section 13d-1 of the Securities Exchange Act..."
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.
investment adviser financial
"GAMCO, a wholly-owned subsidiary of GBL, is an investment adviser registered under the Investment Advisers Act..."
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.
dispositive 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..."
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.
Proxy Voting Committee financial
"the Proxy Voting Committee of each Fund shall respectively vote that Funds shares..."





829226109

(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 & Co INVESTMENT ADVISERS, 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
Teton Advisors, LLC
Signature:DAVID GOLDMAN
Name/Title:COUNSEL
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

What ownership stake in Sinclair, Inc. (SBGI) does the Gabelli/GAMCO group report?

The Gabelli and GAMCO-affiliated entities report beneficial ownership of 5,280,944 Sinclair Class A shares, representing 11.03% of the outstanding class. This figure is based on 47,863,797 shares outstanding, as disclosed in Sinclair’s most recent Form 10‑K for the year ended December 31, 2025.

Which Gabelli/GAMCO entity holds the largest position in Sinclair, Inc. (SBGI)?

GAMCO Asset Management Inc. holds the largest reported position with 3,824,344 Sinclair Class A shares, representing 7.99% of the class. This stake is part of a broader 11.03% aggregate ownership reported across multiple Gabelli- and GAMCO-related entities and Mario Gabelli personally.

Why did the Gabelli/GAMCO group file a long-form Schedule 13D for Sinclair (SBGI)?

The reporting persons chose the long-form Schedule 13D because they may regularly communicate with Sinclair’s management. Using this format helps ensure these conversations remain compliant with their reporting obligations under Section 13(d) of the Exchange Act and related SEC rules.

How many Sinclair (SBGI) shares does Gabelli Funds LLC specifically report owning?

Gabelli Funds LLC reports beneficial ownership of 1,123,200 Sinclair Class A shares, equal to 2.35% of the class. It has sole voting and dispositive power over these shares, subject to internal limits on aggregate voting interest and the authority of each fund’s Proxy Voting Committee in special circumstances.

What recent trading activity in Sinclair (SBGI) is disclosed by GAMCO Asset Management?

GAMCO Asset Management discloses multiple trades in Sinclair shares within the last 60 days, including a sale of 218,000 shares on March 31, 2026 at a price of $12.6500. The table also lists several smaller purchases and sales at prices mainly between $12.80 and $17.00.

How is voting and dispositive power over Sinclair (SBGI) shares allocated among the reporting persons?

Each reporting person generally has sole voting and dispositive power over the Sinclair shares it reports, either for itself or its clients. Exceptions include GAMCO lacking voting authority over 177,800 shares and fund-level Proxy Voting Committees that can assume or limit voting power under specified circumstances.