Vor Biopharma (VOR) ownership update shows RA Capital at 19.9%
Filing Impact
Filing Sentiment
Form Type
SCHEDULE 13D/A
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
RA Capital Management and affiliates filed Amendment No. 13 to update their ownership in Vor Biopharma Inc. They report beneficial ownership of 12,187,524 shares of common stock, representing 19.9% of the class, calculated on 54,185,582 shares outstanding as of March 30, 2026.
The change reflects an increase in Vor Biopharma’s outstanding shares rather than new purchases or sales by the reporting persons. The position includes common stock, common stock warrants for up to 1,056,072 shares, pre-funded warrants for up to 10,000,000 shares, and stock options held for the benefit of RA Capital, all subject to beneficial ownership blockers that limit exercise above specified ownership caps.
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Key Figures
Beneficial ownership: 12,187,524 shares
Ownership percentage: 19.9%
Shares outstanding: 54,185,582 shares
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8 metrics
Beneficial ownership
12,187,524 shares
Shares of Vor Biopharma common stock beneficially owned by reporting persons
Ownership percentage
19.9%
Percent of Vor Biopharma common stock class represented by 12,187,524 shares
Shares outstanding
54,185,582 shares
Vor Biopharma common stock outstanding as of March 30, 2026
Fund common shares
5,404,998 shares
Common stock directly held by RA Capital Healthcare Fund, L.P.
Common stock warrants
1,056,072 shares
Shares underlying common stock warrants held by the fund
Pre-funded warrants
10,000,000 shares
Shares underlying pre-funded warrants held by the fund
Stock options for Resnick
6,190 shares
Common stock underlying vested options held for RA Capital’s benefit
Option exercise price
$12.80/share
Exercise price for option of which 83 shares vested on May 18, 2026
Key Terms
pre-funded warrants, Beneficial Ownership Blocker, Schedule 13D, stock options (right to buy), +2 more
6 terms
pre-funded warrants financial
"pre-funded warrants (the "Pre-Funded Warrants" and, together with the Common Stock Warrants, the "Warrants") exercisable for up to 10,000,000 shares"
Pre-funded warrants are financial instruments that give investors the right to purchase a company's stock at a set price, but with most or all of the purchase price paid upfront. They function like a coupon or gift card for stock, allowing investors to buy shares later at a fixed price, which can be beneficial if they want to avoid future price increases. This makes them important for investors seeking flexibility and certainty in their investment plans.
Beneficial Ownership Blocker financial
"The Common Stock Warrants contain a provision (the "Common Stock Warrant Beneficial Ownership Blocker") which precludes exercise"
Schedule 13D regulatory
"amends and supplements the statement on originally filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission ... by the Reporting Persons"
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.
stock options (right to buy) financial
"common stock underlying vested stock options (right to buy) held by Joshua Resnick for the benefit of RA Capital"
Current Report on Form 8-K regulatory
"as reported in the Issuer's Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on March 27, 2026"
A current report on Form 8-K is a document that publicly traded companies file to promptly share important news or events that could affect their financial position or stock price, such as major business changes or legal issues. It helps investors stay informed about timely developments, allowing them to make better decisions about buying or selling shares.
beneficial owner regulatory
"may be deemed a beneficial owner, for purposes of Section 13(d) of the Act, of any securities of the Issuer"
A beneficial owner is the person who ultimately owns or controls a financial asset or property, even if their name isn't directly on official documents. Think of it like someone who secretly holds the keys to a safe deposit box—others may appear to have access, but the true owner is the one who benefits from what's inside. Identifying beneficial owners helps ensure transparency and prevent illegal activities like money laundering or fraud.
FAQ
What ownership stake in VOR does RA Capital report in this Schedule 13D/A?
RA Capital and related reporting persons report beneficial ownership of 12,187,524 shares of Vor Biopharma common stock, equal to 19.9% of the class. This percentage is based on 54,185,582 shares outstanding as of March 30, 2026, including exercisable warrants and options.
How is RA Capital’s VOR position structured between stock, warrants, and options?
The reported stake includes 5,404,998 Vor Biopharma common shares, common stock warrants exercisable for up to 1,056,072 shares, pre-funded warrants for up to 10,000,000 shares, and small blocks of stock options for Joshua Resnick and Andrew Levin held for RA Capital’s benefit, subject to vesting and ownership limits.
What are the beneficial ownership blockers affecting RA Capital’s VOR warrants?
The common stock warrants cannot be exercised if doing so would push the fund above 9.99% ownership. The pre-funded warrants similarly block exercises that would take ownership above 19.99%, and currently restrict exercises that would exceed 12,187,524 common shares beneficially owned in total.
Who are the reporting persons in this VOR Schedule 13D/A amendment?
The reporting persons are RA Capital Management, L.P., RA Capital Healthcare Fund, L.P., and individuals Peter Kolchinsky and Rajeev Shah. RA Capital acts as investment adviser to the fund, and Kolchinsky and Shah are controlling persons of RA Capital’s general partner, with certain beneficial ownership disclaimers noted.