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Lauder Estee Cos Inc (EL)

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

Current Price
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Analyst Target
-- (0 analysts)
Upside
0.00%
Net Flow Q/Q
↓ -7
Streak
2Q ▼
Buyers last Q
52%

Smart Money Signals — EL

Based on 830 hedge funds · latest filing: 2026 Q2 · updated quarterly

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Selling streak — 2 quarters in a row

last 6Q
For 2 consecutive quarters, more hedge funds reduced or closed their EL positions than added to them. Sustained institutional selling is a meaningful warning sign — these are professionals with deep research teams collectively deciding to exit.
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High ownership — 82% of 3.0Y peak

82% of all-time peak
830 funds currently hold this stock — 82% of the 3.0-year high of 1,007 funds (reached 2024 Q1). Ownership is elevated but not yet at maximum concentration. Room to grow, but watch if the trend reverses.
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Stable — ownership unchanged year-over-year

fund count last 6Q
The number of hedge funds holding EL is almost the same as a year ago (+23 funds, +3% change). No significant rush to buy or sell — institutional backing is holding steady.
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Slight buying edge — 52% buying

457 buying414 selling
Last quarter: 457 funds bought or added vs 414 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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Fewer new buyers each quarter (-9 vs last Q)

new funds entering per quarter
Funds opening this position for the first time: 128 → 158 → 125 → 116. Each quarter fewer new institutions are entering. This usually means most funds that wanted in are already in — the stock is well-known but the pool of potential new buyers is shrinking.
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70% of holders stayed for 2+ years

■ 70% conviction (2yr+) ■ 17% medium ■ 13% new
580 out of 830 hedge funds have held EL 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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Peak discovery — momentum slowing

134 → 128 → 158 → 125 → 116 new funds/Q
New funds entering each quarter: 128 → 158 → 125 → 116. EL 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 — 75% veterans vs 15% newcomers

■ 75% veterans ■ 10% 1-2yr ■ 15% new
Entry-cohort mix of 885 holders: 665 (75%) are 2+ year veterans, 85 entered 1–2 years ago, and 135 (15%) joined within the past year. A veteran-weighted cap table skews toward institutional memory over fresh momentum.
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Elite ownership — 61% AUM from top-100 funds

61% from top-100 AUM funds
67 of 826 holders are among the 100 largest funds by AUM, controlling 61% of total institutional value in EL. When the biggest players dominate the cap table, it signifies deep institutional support — since mega-funds deploy the most rigorous due diligence and capital.
2.4
out of 10
Low Exit Risk
Exit risk score 2.4/10 — 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 — EL

In 2026 Q2, 457 hedge funds were net buyers of EL (116 opened a new position, 341 added to an existing one), while 414 reduced or exited (291 trimmed, 123 sold completely) — a 52% buyer ratio, indicating a slight buying edge. Net selling has persisted for two consecutive quarters. 61% of total institutional value in EL is held by top-100 AUM funds, reflecting elite-tier ownership quality. Net fund flow last quarter: -7 funds (more exits than new entries). Total institutional holders: 830.

Hedge Fund Ownership: EL

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

Market Analysis: EL

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

Is It Too Late to Buy Lauder Estee Cos Inc (EL) Based on Hedge Fund 13F Filings?

Signal Freshness measures how much EL has moved relative to its sector benchmark (XLP) 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 · 79d ago
EL
+21.9%
XLP
+0.3%

EL outperformed XLP by +21.6% since June 30, 2026.

Since 13F Filing Date August 14, 2026 · 34d ago
EL
+12.2%
XLP
-3.2%

Since the filing became public, EL outperformed XLP by +15.4% .

Interpretation: The stock has meaningfully outrun its sector. The trade has partially played out; entry is at a premium to the fund's implied reference. Learn more →

Smart Money Signal ?
Limited Smart Money Interest

No strong consensus or elite conviction detected among institutional holders.

31 top-rated funds 3 high-conviction
Consensus
6.5
/ 10
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Elite
2.3
/ 10
conviction
Hedge Fund Positioning: EL
818 + Investors

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Metric All 13F Filers (2026 Q2) Prior (2026 Q1) Change
Funds Holding 818 837 -2.27%
13F Shares 241M 241M -0.11%
Total Value $18.56B $16.55B 12.1%
New Positions 115 125 -10
Increased Positions 322 312 +10
Closed Positions 130 179 -49
Reduced Positions 275 273 +2
Total Calls 31 38 -18.42%
Total Puts 26 33 -21.21%
PUT/CALL Ratio 0.84 0.87 Neutral

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Institutional Holders (2026 Q2)

818 + investors

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Top 25 EL holders by conviction (% of portfolio weight) — 2026 Q2 · Source: SEC Form 13F
# Investor % of Portfolio Shares Mkt Value
1 Continental Grain Co 9.16% 520,300 $41.1M
2 Varenne Capital Partners 4.65% 355,673 $28.1M
3 Iat Reinsurance Co LTD. 3.56% 75,000 $5.9M
4 Hillman Capital Management, Inc. 2.87% 50,226 $4.0M
5 Independent Franchise Partners LLP 2.56% 4,941,737 $390.2M
6 Eagle Capital Management LLC 2.17% 9,010,180 $711.4M
7 Crystal Rock Capital Management 1.76% 43,663 $3.4M
8 S.E.E.D. Planning Group LLC 1.34% 64,095 $5.1M
9 Salvus Wealth Management, LLC 1.27% 28,655 $2.3M
10 Eminence Capital, LP 1.15% 698,350 $50.1M
11 Hardman Johnston Global Advisors LLC 1.13% 409,592 $32.3M
12 Interval Partners, LP 1.06% 518,477 $40.9M
13 Bridgefront Capital, LLC 1.04% 50,230 $4.0M
14 SMA Capital LLC 1.04% 31,508 $2.5M
15 Murphy Pohlad Asset Management LLC 1.04% 37,905 $3.0M
16 Twinbeech Capital LP 1.02% 71,512 $5.6M
17 Long Road Investment Counsel, LLC 1.00% 34,484 $2.7M
18 Nfj Investment Group, LLC 1.00% 374,377 $29.6M
19 ICICI Prudential Asset Management Co Ltd 0.92% 106,367 $8.4M
20 Lecap Asset Management Ltd 0.92% 27,115 $2.1M
21 Sciencast Management LP 0.85% 52,130 $4.1M
22 Oak Thistle LLC 0.79% 104,082 $8.2M
23 Strategic Global Advisors, LLC 0.69% 61,147 $4.8M
24 Landscape Capital Management, L.L.C. 0.65% 126,364 $10.0M
25 Scopus Asset Management, L.P. 0.60% 542,100 $42.8M
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 — Lauder Estee Cos Inc (EL)

What does the Smart Money Trend signal show for EL?

Selling streak — 2 quarters in a row: For 2 consecutive quarters, more hedge funds reduced or closed their EL positions than added to them. Sustained institutional selling is a meaningful warning sign — these are professionals with deep research teams collectively deciding to exit.

What is the institutional breadth score for EL?

Slight buying edge — 52% buying: Last quarter: 457 funds bought or added vs 414 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 EL holders?

Elite ownership — 61% AUM from top-100 funds: 67 of 826 holders are among the 100 largest funds by AUM, controlling 61% of total institutional value in EL. 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 EL?

70% of holders stayed for 2+ years: 580 out of 830 hedge funds have held EL 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 Lauder Estee Cos Inc (EL) following the 2026 Q2 hedge fund 13F filings?

As of today, EL has moved +12.2% since the 2026 Q2 13F filing date (August 14, 2026), compared to -3.2% for the XLP sector ETF — an outperformance of +15.4%. Since the quarter end (June 30, 2026), EL has gained +21.9% vs +0.3% for XLP. The stock has meaningfully outrun its sector. The trade has partially played out; entry is at a premium to 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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