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AFLAC INC (AFL)

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Current Price
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0.00%
Net Flow Q/Q
↑ +52
Streak
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Buyers last Q
51%

Smart Money Signals — AFL

Based on 1542 hedge funds · latest filing: 2025 Q4 · updated quarterly

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Buying streak — 2 quarters in a row

last 6Q
For 2 consecutive quarters, more hedge funds added AFL than sold it. That's a consistent pattern of professional buying — not a one-time trade. When institutions keep buying quarter after quarter, it usually means they see a multi-year opportunity, not just a short-term momentum flip.
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At the ownership peak (100% of max)

100% of all-time peak
1,542 hedge funds hold AFL right now — the highest count in 3.0 years. When ownership is this concentrated, any bad news can trigger a chain reaction: one big fund sells, others follow. This is a classic 'crowded trade' — high popularity doesn't equal safety.
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Steady growth — +7% more funds vs a year ago

fund count last 6Q
+97 new funds entered over the past year (+7% YoY). Gradual, steady growth in institutional ownership is generally a healthy signal — not a speculative rush, but consistent conviction.
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Slight buying edge — 51% buying

713 buying673 selling
Last quarter: 713 funds bought or added vs 673 that reduced or exited. It's nearly a 50/50 split — some institutions are convinced, others are taking profits. This mixed picture is normal near price highs.
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More new buyers each quarter (+33 vs last Q)

new funds entering per quarter
Funds opening a new AFL position: 160 → 117 → 138 → 171. A growing influx of new institutional buyers means the asset is still gathering momentum — the consensus hasn't fully saturated yet.
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71% of holders stayed for 2+ years

■ 71% conviction (2yr+) ■ 17% medium ■ 12% new
1,090 out of 1,542 hedge funds have held AFL for over 2 years without selling. Long-term investors are generally harder to shake out during market stress, creating a stable ownership base that limits the risk of sudden capitulation.
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Growing discovery — still being found

125 → 160 → 117 → 138 → 171 new funds/Q
New funds entering each quarter: 160 → 117 → 138 → 171. A growing number of institutions are discovering AFL each quarter. The narrative is still spreading — leaving room for ongoing capital accumulation.
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Deep conviction — 71% of holders stayed 2+ years

■ 71% veterans ■ 12% 1-2yr ■ 17% new
Of 1,586 current holders: 1,124 (71%) have held for over 2 years without selling. These are not momentum buyers — they have lived through drawdowns and stayed. A large veteran base acts as a stabilizing force during selloffs.
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Elite ownership — 50% AUM from top-100 funds

50% from top-100 AUM funds
43 of 1542 holders are among the 100 largest funds by AUM, controlling 50% of total institutional value in AFL. When the biggest players dominate the cap table, it signifies deep institutional support — since mega-funds deploy the most rigorous due diligence and capital.
3.4
out of 10
Low Exit Risk
Exit risk score 3.4/10 — low institutional crowding. Ownership is below peak levels, holder base is relatively sticky, and buying momentum is positive.

Methodology note: these Smart Money cards use consecutive 13F disclosure snapshots, not trade-by-trade execution data. "Buying", "selling", "new holders", and "trimmed" refer to quarter-over-quarter changes in reported holders, aggregate shares, or disclosed position values between filings. They are useful for ownership regime analysis and crowding, but they do not imply exact trade timing on the filing date.

Institutional Sentiment Summary — AFL

In 2025 Q4, 713 hedge funds were net buyers of AFL (171 opened a new position, 542 added to an existing one), while 673 reduced or exited (554 trimmed, 119 sold completely) — a 51% buyer ratio, indicating a slight buying edge. Net buying has persisted for two consecutive quarters, a positive momentum signal. 50% of total institutional value in AFL is held by top-100 AUM funds, reflecting elite-tier ownership quality. Net fund flow last quarter: +52 funds (more new holders than closures). Total institutional holders: 1542.

Hedge Fund Ownership: AFL

How many hedge funds hold AFL — quarterly history vs. share price
Quarterly hedge fund ownership of AFL vs. share price

Market Analysis: AFL

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Company Profile: AFL

Financial Services Insurance - Life

Institutional ownership data sourced from SEC EDGAR Form 13F-HR filings.

Smart Money Signal ?
Broad Consensus, Selective Conviction

Many quality funds hold this stock, but top-tier positions remain relatively small.

145 top-rated funds 13 high-conviction
Consensus
9.4
/ 10
breadth
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Elite
4.3
/ 10
conviction
Hedge Fund Positioning: AFL
2026 Q1 Stats Unlock in 8 days 2K + Investors

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Metric All 13F Filers (2025 Q4) Prior (2025 Q3) Change
Funds Holding 1586 1538 3.12%
13F Shares 346M 346M -0.06%
Total Value $37.96B $38.40B -1.13%
New Positions 171 139 +32
Increased Positions 602 541 +61
Closed Positions 123 127 -4
Reduced Positions 617 670 -53
Total Calls 24 31 -22.58%
Total Puts 28 29 -3.45%
PUT/CALL Ratio 1.17 0.94 Neutral

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Institutional Holders (2026 Q1)

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Top 25 institutional holders of AFL — 2025 Q4 · Source: SEC Form 13F
# Investor % of Portfolio Shares Mkt Value
1 Japan Post Holdings Co., Ltd. 100.00% 51,974,500 $5.70B
2 Dorato Capital Management 15.63% 187,373 $21.2M
3 Approach Retirement Advisors, LLC 9.73% 106,635 $11.7M
4 GREATMARK INVESTMENT PARTNERS, INC. 8.29% 644,665 $70.7M
5 Price Financial Group Wealth Management, Inc 7.98% 4,215 $483K
6 PACES FERRY WEALTH ADVISORS, LLC 5.22% 114,761 $12.6M
7 Longboard Asset Management, LP 4.36% 2,302 $253K
8 Guinness Asset Management LTD 4.08% 2,159,078 $236.3M
9 LAWSON KROEKER INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT INC/NE 3.89% 121,631 $13.3M
10 EDMP, INC. 3.75% 42,311 $4.6M
11 JERICHO FINANCIAL, LLP 3.40% 49,125 $5.4M
12 PENINSULA ASSET MANAGEMENT INC 3.35% 59,759 $6.6M
13 Royal Palms Capital LLC 2.94% 27,037 $3.0M
14 BlueChip Wealth Advisors LLC 2.80% 58,158 $6.4M
15 Maj Invest Holding A/S 2.77% 574,513 $63K
16 CHIRON CAPITAL MANAGEMENT, LLC 2.62% 23,258 $2.6M
17 Exeter Financial, LLC 2.57% 57,342 $6.3M
18 TCTC Holdings, LLC 2.53% 809,298 $88.8M
19 VIRGINIA WEALTH MANAGEMENT GROUP, INC. 2.48% 42,214 $4.6M
20 Bancreek Capital Management, LP 2.42% 5,102 $560K
21 Stolper Co 2.42% 77,690 $9K
22 ROFFMAN MILLER ASSOCIATES INC /PA/ 2.25% 355,931 $39.0M
23 JNBA Financial Advisors 1.96% 214,718 $23.6M
24 Long Road Investment Counsel, LLC 1.92% 44,650 $4.9M
25 Somerset Trust Co 1.84% 54,616 $6.0M
Investor Ownership
History 		% of Portfolio Prev % Rank Conviction Avg Buy Price 13F Score™ 3Y / 7Y Sell Timing Shares Mkt Value Change Change % Source Quarter Filed

Frequently Asked Questions — AFLAC INC (AFL)

What does the Smart Money Trend signal show for AFL?

Buying streak — 2 quarters in a row: For 2 consecutive quarters, more hedge funds added AFL than sold it. That's a consistent pattern of professional buying — not a one-time trade. When institutions keep buying quarter after quarter, it usually means they see a multi-year opportunity, not just a short-term momentum flip.

What is the institutional breadth score for AFL?

Slight buying edge — 51% buying: Last quarter: 713 funds bought or added vs 673 that reduced or exited. It's nearly a 50/50 split — some institutions are convinced, others are taking profits. This mixed picture is normal near price highs.

What is the fund quality score for AFL holders?

Elite ownership — 50% AUM from top-100 funds: 43 of 1542 holders are among the 100 largest funds by AUM, controlling 50% of total institutional value in AFL. When the biggest players dominate the cap table, it signifies deep institutional support — since mega-funds deploy the most rigorous due diligence and capital.

How long have hedge funds held AFL?

71% of holders stayed for 2+ years: 1,090 out of 1,542 hedge funds have held AFL for over 2 years without selling. Long-term investors are generally harder to shake out during market stress, creating a stable ownership base that limits the risk of sudden capitulation.

Where does this institutional ownership data come from?

All holdings data is sourced from SEC Form 13F filings, which institutional investment managers with over $100 million in assets are required to submit quarterly. Data is parsed directly from SEC EDGAR.

Disclaimer: The information on this page is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice, a recommendation, or an offer to buy or sell any security. Institutional holdings data is sourced from SEC Form 13F filings and reflects positions as of the filing date. Past performance of any fund or portfolio is not indicative of future results. 13Foresight is not a registered investment adviser. Always conduct your own due diligence before making investment decisions.