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Astrazeneca plc (AZNCF)

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Current Price
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Analyst Target
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Upside
0.00%
Net Flow Q/Q
↑ +1256
Streak
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Buyers last Q
97%

Smart Money Signals — AZNCF

Based on 1303 hedge funds · latest filing: 2026 Q1 · updated quarterly

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Buying streak — 2 quarters in a row

last 6Q
For 2 consecutive quarters, more hedge funds added AZNCF 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
1,303 hedge funds hold AZNCF 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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Fast accumulation — +65050% more funds vs a year ago

fund count last 6Q
+1301 new funds entered over the past year (+65050% YoY). That's a rapid rush of institutional money. Fast accumulation often signals a major thesis — but it also means the stock could fall quickly if that thesis breaks.
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More buyers than sellers — 97% buying

1263 buying45 selling
Last quarter: 1,263 funds were net buyers (1261 opened a brand new position + 2 added to an existing one). Only 45 were sellers (40 trimmed + 5 sold completely). A clear majority buying is a strong confirmation signal.
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More new buyers each quarter (+1215 vs last Q)

new funds entering per quarter
Funds opening a new AZNCF position: 1 → 0 → 46 → 1261. 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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Mostly new holders — 100% entered in last year

■ 0% conviction (2yr+) ■ 0% medium ■ 100% new
Only 2 funds (0%) have held >2 years. The majority of current holders are relatively new to the position. New holders tend to sell faster when prices drop — a shallow conviction base that could amplify any sell-off.
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Value +128417% but shares only +62905% — price-driven

Value
+128417%
Shares
+62905%
Last quarter: the total dollar value of institutional holdings rose +128417%, but actual share count only changed +62905%. The gap is explained by the stock's price rising — not new buying. Strong value growth with weak share growth means the rally is price momentum, not fresh institutional demand.
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Acceleration phase — new buyers rushing in

0 → 1 → 0 → 46 → 1261 new funds/Q
New funds entering each quarter: 1 → 0 → 46 → 1261. The pace of institutional discovery is accelerating sharply. This is the 'hot idea' phase — the thesis is being passed from fund to fund. You are not late — the accumulation wave is still building.
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Early stage — 99% of holders entered in last year

■ 1% veterans ■ 0% 1-2yr ■ 99% new
Of 1,341 current holders: 1,332 (99%) entered in the past year, only 7 (1%) are 2+ year veterans. This is an early-phase institutional idea — still being discovered. High upside potential if the thesis plays out, but thin conviction base.
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Elite ownership — 52% AUM from top-100 funds

52% from top-100 AUM funds
64 of 1299 holders are among the 100 largest funds by AUM, controlling 52% of total institutional value in AZNCF. When the biggest players dominate the cap table, it signifies deep institutional support — since mega-funds deploy the most rigorous due diligence and capital.
7.5
out of 10
High Exit Risk
Exit risk score 7.5/10 — multiple crowding signals converge. Institutional ownership is at 100% of its all-time high — near peak crowding. Crowded trades can unwind fast — a single catalyst can trigger a cascade.

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 — AZNCF

In 2026 Q1, 1263 hedge funds were net buyers of AZNCF (1261 opened a new position, 2 added to an existing one), while 45 reduced or exited (40 trimmed, 5 sold completely) — a 97% buyer ratio, indicating clear institutional accumulation. Net buying has persisted for two consecutive quarters, a positive momentum signal. 52% of total institutional value in AZNCF is held by top-100 AUM funds, reflecting elite-tier ownership quality. Net fund flow last quarter: +1256 funds (more new holders than closures). Total institutional holders: 1303.

Hedge Fund Ownership: AZNCF

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

Market Analysis: AZNCF

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

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Smart Money Signal ?
Broad Consensus, Selective Conviction

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

63 top-rated funds 34 high-conviction
Consensus
7.8
/ 10
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Elite
5.1
/ 10
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Hedge Fund Positioning: AZNCF
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Metric All 13F Filers (2026 Q1) Prior (2025 Q4) Change
Funds Holding 1291 47 2646.81%
13F Shares 733M 1M 62739.31%
Total Value $141.15B $110M 128112.77%
New Positions 1250 46 +1204
Increased Positions 1 0 +1
Closed Positions 6 2 +4
Reduced Positions 39 0 +39
Total Calls 16 1 1500.0%
Total Puts 26 0 100%
PUT/CALL Ratio 1.62 0.0 Bearish

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Institutional Holders (2026 Q1)

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Top 25 AZNCF holders by conviction (% of portfolio weight) — 2026 Q1 · Source: SEC Form 13F
# Investor % of Portfolio Shares Mkt Value
1 Investor Ab 67.27% 51,587,810 $10.17B
2 Channing Global Advisors, LLC 18.99% 167,622 $32.5M
3 Causeway Capital Management LLC 17.66% 7,421,749 $1.44B
4 Caisse Des Depots Et Consignations 15.60% 4,882,468 $945.9M
5 Intesa Sanpaolo S.p.A. 13.37% 1,163,193 $226.3M
6 Evelyn Partners Investment Management Services Ltd 11.39% 498,147 $96.8M
7 SALT Holding Corp. 11.11% 93,250 $18.4M
8 Evelyn Partners Investment Management LLP 8.84% 1,675,125 $325.5M
9 NatWest Group plc 8.72% 204,367 $40.3M
10 Martin Investment Management, LLC 8.27% 140,080 $27.6M
11 Exane Asset Management 7.69% 222,469 $37.6M
12 Boone Capital Management LLC 6.65% 110,101 $21.7M
13 Dnca Finance 6.13% 552,889 $107.1M
14 Arrow Capital Pty Ltd 5.82% 30,000 $5.8M
15 Thornburg Investment Management Inc 5.77% 2,858,651 $555.7M
16 ABN AMRO Bank N.V. 5.20% 2,445,171 $482.2M
17 SEB Asset Management AB 4.95% 5,954,417 $1.16B
18 Orca Wealth Management, LLC 4.86% 34,643 $6.8M
19 LGT Group Foundation 4.48% 1,890,121 $367.2M
20 111 Capital 4.48% 93,536 $18.2M
21 Royal London Asset Management Ltd 4.26% 10,299,563 $2.03B
22 M&G Plc 4.22% 4,204,199 $816.8M
23 Pictet North America Advisors SA 4.17% 216,936 $42.0M
24 Oak Family Advisors, LLC 3.91% 70,484 $13.9M
25 Artia Global Partners LP 3.77% 95,376 $18.8M
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 — Astrazeneca plc (AZNCF)

What does the Smart Money Trend signal show for AZNCF?

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

More buyers than sellers — 97% buying: Last quarter: 1,263 funds were net buyers (1261 opened a brand new position + 2 added to an existing one). Only 45 were sellers (40 trimmed + 5 sold completely). A clear majority buying is a strong confirmation signal.

What is the fund quality score for AZNCF holders?

Elite ownership — 52% AUM from top-100 funds: 64 of 1299 holders are among the 100 largest funds by AUM, controlling 52% of total institutional value in AZNCF. 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 AZNCF?

Mostly new holders — 100% entered in last year: Only 2 funds (0%) have held >2 years. The majority of current holders are relatively new to the position. New holders tend to sell faster when prices drop — a shallow conviction base that could amplify any sell-off.

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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