Activist Investor David Lorber Consolidates 10.3% Direct Stake in PhenixFIN Corp as Fund Exits

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David A. Lorber, a reporting person, increased his direct beneficial ownership in PhenixFIN Corp to 10.3% of outstanding shares after FrontFour Master Fund, Ltd. distributed its holdings in-kind to investors, effectively exiting its position.

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• FrontFour Master Fund Exits Position

  FrontFour Master Fund, Ltd. completed an in-kind distribution of its 81,662 shares to investors, ceasing to beneficially own any shares of PhenixFIN Corp.

• David Lorber Consolidates Direct Ownership

  David A. Lorber received 56,537 shares from the distribution, increasing his direct beneficial ownership to 206,511 shares, representing 10.3% of the company's common stock.

• Significant Stake at 52-Week Lows

  Mr. Lorber's consolidated 10.3% direct stake is substantial, occurring while the company's stock is trading near its 52-week low, potentially signaling conviction.

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This Schedule 13D/A details a significant restructuring of beneficial ownership. FrontFour Master Fund, Ltd. has fully exited its position in PhenixFIN Corp through an in-kind distribution to its investors. Concurrently, David A. Lorber, who was previously associated with the FrontFour reporting group, has consolidated a direct beneficial ownership of 206,511 shares, representing 10.3% of the company's outstanding common stock. This move increases Mr. Lorber's direct control over a substantial block of shares. The consolidation of a significant direct stake by an individual associated with an activist group, especially while the stock trades near its 52-week low, could signal strong conviction in the company's long-term value despite the fund's exit. Investors should monitor Mr. Lorber's future actions and any potential activist initiatives.