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Capital One Finl Corp (COF)

2K + Investors. Track Smart Money conviction in COF. See who's accumulating, reducing, or initiating positions.

Current Price
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Analyst Target
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Upside
0.00%
Net Flow Q/Q
↑ +58
Streak
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Buyers last Q
52%

Smart Money Signals — COF

Based on 2127 hedge funds · latest filing: 2026 Q2 · updated quarterly

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Buying streak — 1 quarter in a row

last 6Q
For 1 consecutive quarter, more hedge funds added COF 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 (97% of max)

97% of all-time peak
2,127 hedge funds hold COF 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 — +10% more funds vs a year ago

fund count last 6Q
+185 new funds entered over the past year (+10% 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 — 52% buying

1082 buying981 selling
Last quarter: 1,082 funds bought or added vs 981 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 (+39 vs last Q)

new funds entering per quarter
Funds opening a new COF position: 185 → 359 → 207 → 246. 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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54% of holders stayed for 2+ years

■ 54% conviction (2yr+) ■ 28% medium ■ 17% new
1,156 out of 2,127 hedge funds have held COF 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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Buying through price weakness — shares +37%, value +14%

Value
+14%
Shares
+36%
Last quarter: funds added +37% more shares while total portfolio value only changed +14%. Institutions were buying while the price was falling — a high-conviction accumulation signal. They're deliberately loading up on the dip.
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Peak discovery — momentum slowing

651 → 185 → 359 → 207 → 246 new funds/Q
New funds entering each quarter: 185 → 359 → 207 → 246. COF is well-known in the hedge fund world, but fresh entries are gradually declining. The explosive phase of institutional discovery is likely behind us.
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Veteran-anchored — 60% veterans vs 31% newcomers

■ 60% veterans ■ 9% 1-2yr ■ 31% new
Entry-cohort mix of 2,202 holders: 1,329 (60%) are 2+ year veterans, 201 entered 1–2 years ago, and 672 (31%) joined within the past year. A veteran-weighted cap table skews toward institutional memory over fresh momentum.
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Elite ownership — 59% AUM from top-100 funds

59% from top-100 AUM funds
71 of 2119 holders are among the 100 largest funds by AUM, controlling 59% of total institutional value in COF. When the biggest players dominate the cap table, it signifies deep institutional support — since mega-funds deploy the most rigorous due diligence and capital.
3.3
out of 10
Low Exit Risk
Exit risk score 3.3/10 — 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 — COF

In 2026 Q2, 1082 hedge funds were net buyers of COF (246 opened a new position, 836 added to an existing one), while 981 reduced or exited (793 trimmed, 188 sold completely) — a 52% buyer ratio, indicating a slight buying edge. 59% of total institutional value in COF is held by top-100 AUM funds, reflecting elite-tier ownership quality. Net fund flow last quarter: +58 funds (more new holders than closures). Total institutional holders: 2127.

What Fund Managers Are Saying About COF

▲ 1 bullish
Christopher Davis · Davis Advisors long 2026-06-06
Preferred large‑cap financial with strong culture and low leverage
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Hedge Fund Ownership: COF

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

Market Analysis: COF

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

Is It Too Late to Buy Capital One Finl Corp (COF) Based on Hedge Fund 13F Filings?

Signal Freshness measures how much COF has moved relative to its sector benchmark (XLF) since the 2026 Q2 13F filing. A stock that has barely outrun its sector is still a relatively fresh entry point — the fund's thesis has not yet been priced in by the broader market.

Since Quarter End June 30, 2026 · 84d ago
COF
+2.3%
XLF
+4.6%

COF outperformed XLF by -2.3% since June 30, 2026.

Since 13F Filing Date August 14, 2026 · 39d ago
COF
-9.4%
XLF
-3.5%

Since the filing became public, COF outperformed XLF by -5.9% .

Interpretation: The stock is tracking its sector benchmark closely. The signal remains fresh and the entry point is still near the fund's implied reference. Learn more →

Smart Money Signal ?
Broad Consensus, Selective Conviction

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

63 top-rated funds 24 high-conviction
Consensus
7.8
/ 10
breadth
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Elite
5.0
/ 10
conviction
Hedge Fund Positioning: COF
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Metric All 13F Filers (2026 Q2) Prior (2026 Q1) Change
Funds Holding 2102 2069 1.59%
13F Shares 544M 524M 3.84%
Total Value $105.67B $93.35B 13.2%
New Positions 237 207 +30
Increased Positions 807 785 +22
Closed Positions 196 329 -133
Reduced Positions 766 802 -36
Total Calls 41 50 -18.0%
Total Puts 42 46 -8.7%
PUT/CALL Ratio 1.02 0.92 Neutral

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Institutional Holders (2026 Q2)

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Explore institutional interest and hedge fund ownership dynamics. Analyze portfolio weights, new positions, and conviction trends in COF. Verified SEC 13F-HR filings.

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Top 25 COF holders by conviction (% of portfolio weight) — 2026 Q2 · Source: SEC Form 13F
# Investor % of Portfolio Shares Mkt Value
1 Pb Investment Partners, L.P. 18.05% 135,158 $27.1M
2 Khrom Capital Management LLC 14.91% 887,221 $178.0M
3 Ribbit Management Company, LLC 13.00% 1,330,289 $266.9M
4 Triveni Capital Investments LP 11.32% 47,321 $9.5M
5 Meritage Group LP 10.22% 1,321,428 $265.1M
6 LB Partners LLC 9.58% 70,056 $14.1M
7 Davis Selected Advisers 7.13% 8,270,946 $1.66B
8 Saraza Management, LP 7.12% 89,000 $17.9M
9 Cna Financial Corp 6.72% 80,000 $16.0M
10 Cander Asset Management LP 6.65% 179,043 $35.9M
11 Teewinot Capital Advisers, L.L.C. 6.45% 444,190 $89.1M
12 Avantyr Capital Partners, LP 6.40% 866,466 $173.8M
13 OPTIMAS CAPITAL Ltd 6.40% 30,900 $6.2M
14 Karl Kapital LLC 6.13% 51,276 $10.3M
15 Ruane, Cunniff & Goldfarb L.P. 6.11% 1,956,084 $392.4M
16 JCSD Capital, LLC 5.35% 18,300 $3.7M
17 Central Securities Corp 5.24% 350,000 $70.2M
18 Sessa Capital IM, L.P. 5.23% 1,558,233 $312.6M
19 Bruni J V & Co /Co 5.03% 274,554 $55.1M
20 Carlson Capital, L.P. 4.99% 122,855 $24.6M
21 M.D. Sass, LLC 4.77% 363,556 $72.9M
22 Algebris (uk) Ltd 4.35% 330,696 $66.1M
23 Brave Warrior Advisors, LLC 4.32% 988,973 $198.4M
24 140 Summer Partners LP 4.30% 300,464 $60.3M
25 Point Break Capital Management, LLC 4.17% 19,061 $3.8M
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 — Capital One Finl Corp (COF)

What does the Smart Money Trend signal show for COF?

Buying streak — 1 quarter in a row: For 1 consecutive quarter, more hedge funds added COF 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 COF?

Slight buying edge — 52% buying: Last quarter: 1,082 funds bought or added vs 981 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 COF holders?

Elite ownership — 59% AUM from top-100 funds: 71 of 2119 holders are among the 100 largest funds by AUM, controlling 59% of total institutional value in COF. 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 COF?

54% of holders stayed for 2+ years: 1,156 out of 2,127 hedge funds have held COF 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.

Is it too late to buy Capital One Finl Corp (COF) following the 2026 Q2 hedge fund 13F filings?

As of today, COF has moved -9.4% since the 2026 Q2 13F filing date (August 14, 2026), compared to -3.5% for the XLF sector ETF — an outperformance of -5.9%. Since the quarter end (June 30, 2026), COF has gained +2.3% vs +4.6% for XLF. The stock is tracking its sector benchmark closely. The signal remains fresh and the entry point is still near the fund's implied reference.

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.

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