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Bulldog Investors pushes Runway Growth Finance to expand buybacks amid NAV discount

Jul 6, 2026, 1:49 PM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed

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Activist-led buyback expansion can reduce share count, lift NAV per share, and narrow the NAV discount, driving upside if realized; historically, such campaigns can lead to quick re-pricing when tangible actions occur.

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Bulldog Investors, holder of more than 3% of RWAY, is pressuring management to materially expand the company's share repurchase program as Runway trades at a sizeable NAV discount. The catalyst follows a $15 million buyback announced May 7, while the stock drifted lower to $5.49 by July 2, widening the discount from NAV. Bulldog signals potential governance changes or wind-down if management does not act, creating near-term price volatility and possible NAV uplift if buybacks intensify.

Bulldog Investors holds >3% of RWAY and seeks larger buybacks.
May 7 announced $15M buyback; stock 6.83, NAV 12.13, 44% discount.
Since then, price fell to 5.49 by July 2; NAV discount ~55%.
Bulldog threatens director nominations or wind-up if management resists.

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