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ENNIS INC (EBF)

162 + Investors. Track Smart Money conviction in EBF. See who's accumulating, reducing, or initiating positions.

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Smart Money Signals — EBF

Based on 162 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 EBF 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 (99% of max)

99% of all-time peak
162 hedge funds hold EBF 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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Stable — ownership unchanged year-over-year

fund count last 6Q
The number of hedge funds holding EBF is almost the same as a year ago (+2 funds, +1% change). No significant rush to buy or sell — institutional backing is holding steady.
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More sellers than buyers — 49% buying

83 buying86 selling
Last quarter: 86 funds reduced or exited vs 83 that bought or added. When more than half of active funds are selling, it's a caution flag — especially if the stock price hasn't moved down yet.
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Steady new buyers — ~26 new funds per quarter

new funds entering per quarter
Funds opening this position for the first time: 21 → 13 → 22 → 26. A stable flow of new institutional buyers suggests ongoing interest without signs of either acceleration or slowdown.
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60% of holders stayed for 2+ years

60% conviction (2yr+) 21% medium 19% new
98 out of 162 hedge funds have held EBF 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

18 → 21 → 13 → 22 → 26 new funds/Q
New funds entering each quarter: 21 → 13 → 22 → 26. A growing number of institutions are discovering EBF each quarter. The narrative is still spreading — leaving room for ongoing capital accumulation.
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Deep conviction — 67% of holders stayed 2+ years

67% veterans 9% 1-2yr 23% new
Of 162 current holders: 109 (67%) 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 — 46% AUM from top-100 funds

46% from top-100 AUM funds
31 of 162 holders are among the 100 largest funds by AUM, controlling 46% of total institutional value in EBF. When the biggest players dominate the cap table, it signifies deep institutional support — since mega-funds deploy the most rigorous due diligence and capital.
3.5
out of 10
Low Exit Risk
Exit risk score 3.5/10 — 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 — EBF

In 2025 Q4, 83 hedge funds were net buyers of EBF (26 opened a new position, 57 added to an existing one), while 86 reduced or exited (61 trimmed, 25 sold completely) — a 49% buyer ratio, indicating roughly balanced activity. Net buying has persisted for two consecutive quarters, a positive momentum signal. 46% of total institutional value in EBF is held by top-100 AUM funds, reflecting elite-tier ownership quality. Net fund flow last quarter: +1 funds (more new holders than closures). Total institutional holders: 162.

Hedge Fund Ownership: EBF

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

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Limited Smart Money Interest

No strong consensus or elite conviction detected among institutional holders.

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Hedge Fund Positioning: EBF
2026 Q1 Stats Unlock in 1 days 162 + Investors

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Metric All 13F Filers (2025 Q4) Prior (2025 Q3) Change
Funds Holding 162 161 0.62%
13F Shares 21M 20M 4.65%
Total Value $381M $369M 3.13%
New Positions 26 22 +4
Increased Positions 57 58 -1
Closed Positions 25 12 +13
Reduced Positions 61 57 +4
Total Calls 0 0 -
Total Puts 0 0 -
PUT/CALL Ratio 0.0 0.0 Bullish

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Institutional Holders (2026 Q1)

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Top 25 institutional holders of EBF — 2025 Q4 · Source: SEC Form 13F
# Investor % of Portfolio Shares Mkt Value
1 Almitas Capital LLC 0.67% 138,956 $3.0M
2 SummerHaven Investment Management, LLC 0.53% 40,361 $865K
3 Watershed Asset Management, L.L.C. 0.49% 22,020 $472K
4 Pacific Ridge Capital Partners, LLC 0.23% 48,578 $1.0M
5 ROYCE & ASSOCIATES LP 0.22% 1,054,148 $22.6M
6 Polaris Capital Management, LLC 0.18% 105,100 $2.3M
7 Lakewood Asset Management LLC 0.15% 10,974 $235K
8 Vestcor Inc 0.09% 159,549 $3K
9 DGS Capital Management, LLC 0.07% 19,450 $417K
10 Campbell & CO Investment Adviser LLC 0.06% 52,879 $1.1M
11 North Star Investment Management Corp. 0.06% 48,000 $1.0M
12 Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC 0.06% 1,637,887 $35.4M
13 CALDWELL SUTTER CAPITAL, INC. 0.06% 6,632 $142K
14 RENAISSANCE TECHNOLOGIES LLC 0.04% 1,307,646 $28.0M
15 Quest 10 Wealth Builders, Inc. 0.04% 2,000 $43K
16 WEDGE CAPITAL MANAGEMENT L L P/NC 0.04% 94,652 $2.0M
17 Hennion & Walsh Asset Management, Inc. 0.04% 49,173 $1.1M
18 EVOLVE PRIVATE WEALTH, LLC 0.03% 27,780 $595K
19 MARTINGALE ASSET MANAGEMENT L P 0.03% 48,839 $1.0M
20 LSV ASSET MANAGEMENT 0.02% 535,856 $11K
21 AlphaQuest LLC 0.02% 23,853 $430K
22 SEIZERT CAPITAL PARTNERS, LLC 0.02% 22,559 $483K
23 MIRAE ASSET GLOBAL ETFS HOLDINGS Ltd. 0.02% 716,929 $15.4M
24 TEACHER RETIREMENT SYSTEM OF TEXAS 0.02% 219,013 $4.7M
25 GSA CAPITAL PARTNERS LLP 0.02% 14,118
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% 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 — ENNIS INC (EBF)

What does the Smart Money Trend signal show for EBF?

Buying streak — 2 quarters in a row: For 2 consecutive quarters, more hedge funds added EBF 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 EBF?

More sellers than buyers — 49% buying: Last quarter: 86 funds reduced or exited vs 83 that bought or added. When more than half of active funds are selling, it's a caution flag — especially if the stock price hasn't moved down yet.

What is the fund quality score for EBF holders?

Elite ownership — 46% AUM from top-100 funds: 31 of 162 holders are among the 100 largest funds by AUM, controlling 46% of total institutional value in EBF. 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 EBF?

60% of holders stayed for 2+ years: 98 out of 162 hedge funds have held EBF 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.