Ishares Inc (EWC): Hedge Fund Ownership & Smart Money Signals (Q1 2026)

Q: Is it too late to buy Ishares Inc (EWC) following the 2026 Q1 hedge fund 13F filings?

As of today, EWC has moved +2.3% since the 2026 Q1 13F filing date (May 15, 2026), compared to +0.3% for the SPY sector ETF — an outperformance of +2.0%. Since the quarter end (March 31, 2026), EWC gained +7.2% vs +14.1% for SPY. The stock is tracking its sector benchmark closely. The signal remains fresh and the entry point is still near the fund's implied reference.

Ishares Inc (EWC)

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

Smart Money Signals — EWC

Based on 373 hedge funds · latest filing: 2026 Q1 · updated quarterly

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Buying streak — 3 quarters in a row

last 6Q

For 3 consecutive quarters, more hedge funds added EWC 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

373 hedge funds hold EWC 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 — +25% more funds vs a year ago

fund count last 6Q

+74 new funds entered over the past year (+25% 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 — 60% buying

194 buying130 selling

Last quarter: 194 funds were net buyers (63 opened a brand new position + 131 added to an existing one). Only 130 were sellers (98 trimmed + 32 sold completely). A clear majority buying is a strong confirmation signal.

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Steady new buyers — ~63 new funds per quarter

new funds entering per quarter

Funds opening this position for the first time: 45 → 47 → 65 → 63. A stable flow of new institutional buyers suggests ongoing interest without signs of either acceleration or slowdown.

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61% of holders stayed for 2+ years

■ 61% conviction (2yr+) ■ 17% medium ■ 22% new

226 out of 373 hedge funds have held EWC 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

50 → 45 → 47 → 65 → 63 new funds/Q

New funds entering each quarter: 45 → 47 → 65 → 63. A growing number of institutions are discovering EWC each quarter. The narrative is still spreading — leaving room for ongoing capital accumulation.

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Deep conviction — 65% of holders stayed 2+ years

■ 65% veterans ■ 11% 1-2yr ■ 24% new

Of 389 current holders: 252 (65%) 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

35 of 373 holders are among the 100 largest funds by AUM, controlling 46% of total institutional value in EWC. When the biggest players dominate the cap table, it signifies deep institutional support — since mega-funds deploy the most rigorous due diligence and capital.

3.9

out of 10

Low Exit Risk

Exit risk score 3.9/10 — 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.

Metric	All 13F Filers (2026 Q1)	Prior (2025 Q4)	Change
Funds Holding	371	342	8.48%
13F Shares	85M	92M	-7.76%
Total Value	$4.59B	$4.95B	-7.2%
New Positions	63	65	-2
Increased Positions	125	101	+24
Closed Positions	34	37	-3
Reduced Positions	95	86	+9
Total Calls	10	10	-
Total Puts	12	15	-20.0%
PUT/CALL Ratio	1.2	1.5	Neutral

Metric

All 13F Filers (2026 Q1)

Prior (2025 Q4)

Change

Funds Holding

371

342

8.48%

13F Shares

85M

92M

-7.76%

Total Value

$4.59B

$4.95B

-7.2%

New Positions

-2

Increased Positions

125

101

+24

Closed Positions

-3

Reduced Positions

Total Calls

Total Puts

-20.0%

PUT/CALL Ratio

1.2

1.5

Neutral

Institutional Holders (2026 Q1)

371 + investors

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

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FILTER:All New Added To Reduced No Change | Overweight >5%

Top 25 EWC holders by conviction (% of portfolio weight) — 2026 Q1 · Source: SEC Form 13F
#	Investor	% of Portfolio	Shares	Mkt Value
1	Anson Funds Management LP	7.21%	1,500,000	$82.2M
2	VPR Management LLC	6.83%	311,800	$17.1M
3	New Vernon Capital Holdings II LLC	4.48%	110,826	$6.1M
4	Absolute Gestao de Investimentos Ltda.	3.44%	550,000	$30.1M
5	Stairway Partners, LLC	2.31%	814,393	$44.6M
6	Obsido Oy	1.70%	51,447	$2.8M
7	Cadinha & Co LLC	1.66%	162,684	$8.9M
8	Vertex Investment Solutions Co., Ltd.	1.42%	22,900	$1.2M
9	Legacy PCG, LLC	1.39%	4,722	$259K
10	Ameraudi Asset Management, Inc.	1.11%	37,278	$2.0M
11	Wakefield Asset Management LLLP	1.10%	75,431	$4.1M
12	Planwiser Financial, LLC	1.09%	25,902	$1.5M
13	Cumberland Advisors Inc	1.08%	50,300	$2.8M
14	Sentinel Pension Advisors, LLC	1.02%	125,550	$6.9M
15	Colton Groome Financial Advisors, LLC	1.00%	64,090	$3.5M
16	Monument Capital Management	0.96%	70,274	$3.9M
17	GenTrust, LLC	0.93%	396,217	$21.7M
18	Strategic Financial Partners, Ltd.	0.72%	30,230	$1.7M
19	NewSquare Capital LLC	0.68%	143,010	$7.8M
20	Twin Tree Management, LP	0.61%	526,500	$28.8M
21	Strategic Investment Advisors / MI	0.61%	160,314	$8.8M
22	Cibc World Market INC.	0.59%	6,650,000	$364.4M
23	Caption Management, LLC	0.58%	1,798,300	$98.5M
24	Karpus Management, Inc.	0.54%	314,292	$17.2M
25	Bright Futures Wealth Management, LLC.	0.52%	13,892	$761K

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 — Ishares Inc (EWC)

What does the Smart Money Trend signal show for EWC?

Buying streak — 3 quarters in a row: For 3 consecutive quarters, more hedge funds added EWC 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 EWC?

More buyers than sellers — 60% buying: Last quarter: 194 funds were net buyers (63 opened a brand new position + 131 added to an existing one). Only 130 were sellers (98 trimmed + 32 sold completely). A clear majority buying is a strong confirmation signal.

What is the fund quality score for EWC holders?

Elite ownership — 46% AUM from top-100 funds: 35 of 373 holders are among the 100 largest funds by AUM, controlling 46% of total institutional value in EWC. 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 EWC?

61% of holders stayed for 2+ years: 226 out of 373 hedge funds have held EWC 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 Ishares Inc (EWC) following the 2026 Q1 hedge fund 13F filings?

As of today, EWC has moved +2.3% since the 2026 Q1 13F filing date (May 15, 2026), compared to +0.3% for the SPY sector ETF — an outperformance of +2.0%. Since the quarter end (March 31, 2026), EWC has gained +7.2% vs +14.1% for SPY. 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.

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Ishares Inc (EWC)

Smart Money Signals — EWC

Buying streak — 3 quarters in a row

At the ownership peak (100% of max)

Fast accumulation — +25% more funds vs a year ago

More buyers than sellers — 60% buying

Steady new buyers — ~63 new funds per quarter

61% of holders stayed for 2+ years

Growing discovery — still being found

Deep conviction — 65% of holders stayed 2+ years

Elite ownership — 46% AUM from top-100 funds

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