SCHEDULE: NexPoint, Dondero Group Update Fund Holdings

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Beneficial Ownership Update


NexPoint Advisors and related parties, including James and Nancy Dondero, filed an Amendment No. 6 to their Schedule 13D, detailing updated beneficial ownership in NexPoint Real Estate Strategies Fund.

Summary

  • NexPoint Advisors, L.P. (NexPoint) and related reporting persons, James D. Dondero, Nancy Marie Dondero, and Governance RE, Ltd., filed Amendment No. 6 to their Schedule 13D.
  • As of November 20, 2025, NexPoint beneficially owns 19,581.74 Shares, representing approximately 1.44% of the outstanding Class Z Shares of Beneficial Interest.
  • James D. Dondero beneficially owns 93,631.59 Shares, representing approximately 6.9% of the outstanding Shares.
  • Nancy Marie Dondero beneficially owns 15,727.22 Shares, representing approximately 1.16% of the outstanding Shares.
  • Governance RE, Ltd. beneficially owns 58,322.63 Shares, representing approximately 4.30% of the outstanding Shares.
  • A trust for which Nancy Marie Dondero serves as trustee acquired 134.152 Shares at $14.01 on September 30, 2025, and 136.654 Shares at $13.86 on October 31, 2025, through the issuer's dividend reinvestment program.
  • NexPoint acquired 167.031 Shares at $14.01 on September 29, 2025, and 170.146 Shares at $13.86 on October 30, 2025.

Sentiment

Score: 6

Explanation: The filing details updated beneficial ownership, including recent share acquisitions by NexPoint and a trust associated with Nancy Dondero, indicating continued insider interest. This is generally a neutral to slightly positive signal, as it shows ongoing commitment from key stakeholders.

Positives

  • Increased beneficial ownership by NexPoint Advisors and related parties, including James D. Dondero and Nancy Marie Dondero, may signal continued confidence in the NexPoint Real Estate Strategies Fund.
  • Recent share acquisitions by NexPoint and a trust associated with Nancy Dondero demonstrate ongoing investment in the fund.

Future Outlook

The filing does not contain any forward-looking statements or guidance regarding the fund's future performance or strategy.

Industry Context

This filing is an update on beneficial ownership by key insiders and their affiliated entities in a real estate strategies fund. It reflects ongoing investment activity by these parties, which is a common occurrence in the investment management industry, particularly for funds managed by the reporting persons.

Related Party Transactions

  • A trust for which Nancy Marie Dondero (sister of James D. Dondero) serves as trustee acquired shares through dividend reinvestment.
  • NexPoint Advisors, L.P., whose general partner is solely controlled by James D. Dondero, acquired shares.
  • James D. Dondero is deemed an indirect beneficial owner of shares held by NexPoint and Governance RE, Ltd., which he ultimately controls.

Stakeholder Impact

  • Shareholders may view the continued accumulation of shares by NexPoint and related parties as a sign of confidence in the fund's prospects.
  • The updated ownership structure provides transparency to investors regarding significant insider holdings.

Key Dates

DateDescription
2023-09-29Original Schedule 13D filed with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission.
2025-09-29NexPoint acquired 167.031 Shares at a price per Share of $14.01.
2025-09-30Date of event which required filing of this statement; Nancy Marie Dondero's trust acquired 134.152 Shares at a price per Share of $14.01 pursuant to the dividend reinvestment program.
2025-10-30NexPoint acquired 170.146 Shares at a price per Share of $13.86.
2025-10-31Nancy Marie Dondero's trust acquired 136.654 Shares at a price per Share of $13.86 pursuant to the dividend reinvestment program.
2025-11-20Date as of which beneficial ownership percentages are reported and the filing was signed.

Recommendation

hold

The filing primarily updates beneficial ownership percentages and details recent share acquisitions by NexPoint and related parties, including James and Nancy Dondero. While increased insider ownership can signal confidence, this filing does not provide new fundamental information to warrant a change from a 'hold' position. Investors should monitor future filings for strategic shifts or performance updates.

Keywords

NexPoint Real Estate Strategies Fund, Schedule 13D, Beneficial Ownership, James D. Dondero, Nancy Marie Dondero, Governance RE, Class Z Shares, Real Estate Investment, Insider Ownership

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