SCHEDULE 13G/A: Goldman Sachs Discloses Continued 5.2% Passive Stake in Syndax Pharmaceuticals

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Beneficial Ownership Report


The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. and its subsidiary Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC have filed an amendment to their Schedule 13G, reaffirming a beneficial ownership of 5.2% in Syndax Pharmaceuticals, Inc.'s common stock as of March 31, 2025.

Summary

  • The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. and Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC jointly reported beneficial ownership of 4,510,669.26 shares of Syndax Pharmaceuticals, Inc. common stock.
  • This aggregate amount represents 5.2% of Syndax Pharmaceuticals, Inc.'s outstanding common stock.
  • The filing is an Amendment No. 1 to a Schedule 13G, indicating an update to a previously reported passive investment.
  • The reporting persons, The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (Delaware) and Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC (New York), hold these securities in the ordinary course of business.
  • The investment is stated not to be for the purpose of or with the effect of changing or influencing the control of Syndax Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

Sentiment

Score: 5

Explanation: The document is a routine regulatory filing disclosing beneficial ownership and does not contain information that would significantly alter sentiment, as it's a standard disclosure of an institutional stake.

Positives

  • The disclosure of a significant institutional holding by a major financial entity like Goldman Sachs can be perceived as a vote of confidence in Syndax Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

Future Outlook

The document does not provide any forward-looking statements or guidance regarding Syndax Pharmaceuticals, Inc.'s future performance or strategic direction. It is solely a beneficial ownership disclosure.

Industry Context

This filing represents a routine disclosure of a passive institutional investment by a major financial services firm (Goldman Sachs) in a biotechnology/pharmaceutical company (Syndax Pharmaceuticals). Such filings are common and reflect standard portfolio management activities rather than specific strategic moves related to the issuer's industry trends.

Stakeholder Impact

  • Shareholders: Provides transparency regarding a significant institutional holder, which may influence investor perception and confidence.

Key Dates

DateDescription
2024-07-29Date of signing for The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. Power of Attorney, effective until July 29, 2025.
2024-10-01Date of signing for Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC Power of Attorney, effective until October 1, 2025.
2025-03-31Date of event which requires the filing of this statement.
2025-04-02Date of signature for the Schedule 13G filing by both The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. and Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC, and the Joint Filing Agreement.

Keywords

Syndax Pharmaceuticals, Goldman Sachs, SEC Filing, Schedule 13G, Beneficial Ownership, Common Stock, Institutional Investment, Pharmaceuticals

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