SCHEDULE 13D/A: Joseph D. Samberg Increases Stake in Ceragon Networks to Over 10%

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Beneficial Ownership Update 28 February 2025 2:29 AM

Joseph D. Samberg and The Joseph D. Samberg Revocable Trust have significantly increased their beneficial ownership in Ceragon Networks Ltd. through recent open market purchases, with Mr. Samberg now holding more than 10% of the company's Ordinary Shares.

Better than expectedThe document indicates a significant increase in beneficial ownership by a key investor, Joseph D. Samberg, who now holds over 10% of the company's shares.This substantial insider buying, totaling over $3.4 million, is generally perceived as a positive signal, reflecting confidence in the company's valuation and future performance.

Summary

Joseph D. Samberg and The Joseph D. Samberg Revocable Trust (collectively, 'Reporting Persons') filed Amendment No. 1 to their Schedule 13D regarding Ceragon Networks Ltd.
The amendment reports a series of open market purchases ('February Transactions') that resulted in Mr. Samberg beneficially owning more than 10% of Ceragon Networks' Ordinary Shares.
As of February 25, 2025, Mr. Samberg beneficially owns 9,430,000 Ordinary Shares, representing 11.0% of the class.
The Joseph D. Samberg Revocable Trust beneficially owns 5,700,000 Ordinary Shares, representing 6.6% of the class.
The aggregate purchase price for the shares acquired in the February Transactions was $3,422,090.
Funds for these acquisitions came from the working capital of the Revocable Trust and other trusts, as well as Mr. Samberg's personal funds.
The Reporting Persons state they have no present plan or proposal that relates to, or could result in, events such as mergers, asset sales, changes in control, or other significant corporate actions.

Sentiment

Score: 8

Explanation: The sentiment is highly positive due to a significant increase in beneficial ownership by a key investor, Joseph D. Samberg, who crossed the 10% threshold. This insider buying signals strong confidence in the company's prospects.

Positives

Increased insider ownership, with Joseph D. Samberg crossing the 10% beneficial ownership threshold, signals strong confidence in the company's future prospects.
The significant investment of $3,422,090 by the Reporting Persons demonstrates a tangible commitment to Ceragon Networks.

Future Outlook

The Reporting Persons currently have no plans or proposals that would lead to significant corporate events such as mergers, liquidations, sales of assets, changes in management, or other material changes to the Issuer's business or corporate structure.

Industry Context

This filing primarily concerns a change in beneficial ownership by a significant investor and does not provide specific details on Ceragon Networks Ltd.'s operational performance or broader industry trends. However, increased insider ownership can be viewed positively within the telecommunications equipment industry, suggesting confidence in the company's market position or future growth prospects.

Stakeholder Impact

Shareholders: The increased stake by a significant investor could be interpreted as a vote of confidence, potentially leading to increased investor interest and a positive impact on share price.
Company Management: A large, active shareholder may influence strategic decisions or corporate governance, though the filing states no present plans for such changes.

Key Dates

Date	Description
2022-07-20	Original Schedule 13D filed by Joseph D. Samberg and The Joseph D. Samberg Revocable Trust.
2024-06-30	Date as of which 85,870,479 Ordinary Shares were outstanding, as reported on the Issuer's Form 6-K filed August 22, 2024.
2025-02-24	Joseph D. Samberg acquired beneficial ownership of 300,000 ordinary shares (including 250,000 by Revocable Trust) at an average price of $3.0178 per share.
2025-02-25	Date of event requiring filing of this statement, as Mr. Samberg became the beneficial owner of more than 10% of the Ordinary Shares. On this date, Mr. Samberg acquired beneficial ownership of 650,000 ordinary shares (including 585,000 by Revocable Trust) at an average price of $2.9526 per share.
2025-02-26	Joseph D. Samberg acquired beneficial ownership of 200,000 ordinary shares (including 165,000 by Revocable Trust) at an average price of $2.9878 per share.
2025-02-27	Date of signing and filing of Amendment No. 1 to Schedule 13D.

Recommendation

buy

Keywords

Ceragon Networks, Joseph D. Samberg, Schedule 13D, Beneficial Ownership, Insider Buying, Ordinary Shares, Equity Investment, Shareholder Activism

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