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First Finl Bankshares Inc (FFIN)

329 + Investors. Track Smart Money conviction in FFIN. 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
↓ -1
Streak
2Q ▼
Buyers last Q
56%

Smart Money Signals — FFIN

Based on 331 hedge funds · latest filing: 2026 Q1 · 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 FFIN 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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At the ownership peak (98% of max)

98% of all-time peak
331 hedge funds hold FFIN 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 FFIN is almost the same as a year ago (-1 funds, 0% change). No significant rush to buy or sell — institutional backing is holding steady.
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Slight buying edge — 56% buying

182 buying143 selling
Last quarter: 182 funds bought or added vs 143 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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Steady new buyers — ~46 new funds per quarter

new funds entering per quarter
Funds opening this position for the first time: 36 → 41 → 49 → 46. A stable flow of new institutional buyers suggests ongoing interest without signs of either acceleration or slowdown.
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66% of holders stayed for 2+ years

■ 66% conviction (2yr+) ■ 17% medium ■ 18% new
217 out of 331 hedge funds have held FFIN 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

49 → 36 → 41 → 49 → 46 new funds/Q
New funds entering each quarter: 36 → 41 → 49 → 46. A growing number of institutions are discovering FFIN each quarter. The narrative is still spreading — leaving room for ongoing capital accumulation.
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Deep conviction — 69% of holders stayed 2+ years

■ 69% veterans ■ 8% 1-2yr ■ 22% new
Of 331 current holders: 229 (69%) 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 — 43% AUM from top-100 funds

43% from top-100 AUM funds
49 of 331 holders are among the 100 largest funds by AUM, controlling 43% of total institutional value in FFIN. 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 — FFIN

In 2026 Q1, 182 hedge funds were net buyers of FFIN (46 opened a new position, 136 added to an existing one), while 143 reduced or exited (96 trimmed, 47 sold completely) — a 56% buyer ratio, indicating a slight buying edge. Net selling has persisted for two consecutive quarters. 43% of total institutional value in FFIN is held by top-100 AUM funds, reflecting elite-tier ownership quality. Net fund flow last quarter: -1 funds (more exits than new entries). Total institutional holders: 331.

Hedge Fund Ownership: FFIN

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

Market Analysis: FFIN

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

Is It Too Late to Buy First Finl Bankshares Inc (FFIN) Based on Hedge Fund 13F Filings?

Signal Freshness measures how much FFIN has moved relative to its sector benchmark (XLF) since the 2026 Q1 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 March 31, 2026 · 73d ago
FFIN
+14.3%
XLF
+6.6%

FFIN outperformed XLF by +7.7% since March 31, 2026.

Since 13F Filing Date May 15, 2026 · 28d ago
FFIN
+7.1%
XLF
+3.0%

Since the filing became public, FFIN outperformed XLF by +4.1% .

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 ?
Limited Smart Money Interest

No strong consensus or elite conviction detected among institutional holders.

26 top-rated funds 1 high-conviction
Consensus
6.2
/ 10
breadth
×
Elite
1.2
/ 10
conviction
Hedge Fund Positioning: FFIN
329 + Investors

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Metric All 13F Filers (2026 Q1) Prior (2025 Q4) Change
Funds Holding 329 332 -0.9%
13F Shares 88M 110M -19.94%
Total Value $2.54B $3.74B -31.91%
New Positions 45 49 -4
Increased Positions 136 106 +30
Closed Positions 48 55 -7
Reduced Positions 95 129 -34
Total Calls 0 0 -
Total Puts 0 0 -
PUT/CALL Ratio 0.0 0.0 Bullish

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Institutional Holders (2026 Q1)

329 + investors

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

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Top 25 FFIN holders by conviction (% of portfolio weight) — 2026 Q1 · Source: SEC Form 13F
# Investor % of Portfolio Shares Mkt Value
1 Excelsior Advisor Network LLC 2.63% 234,392 $6.9M
2 Rosenthal | Henry Capital Advisors, Inc. 2.16% 75,054 $2.2M
3 Laurus Global Equity Management Inc. 1.17% 40,660 $1.2M
4 Phocas Financial Corp. 0.90% 195,562 $5.8M
5 Bridge City Capital, LLC 0.80% 98,396 $2.9M
6 Smart Money Group LLC 0.69% 80,245 $2.4M
7 Watchman Group, Inc. 0.68% 95,544 $2.8M
8 Cfm Wealth Partners LLC 0.63% 142,656 $4.2M
9 Strategic Financial Concepts, LLC 0.58% 79,202 $2.3M
10 EverSource Wealth Advisors, LLC 0.47% 472,565 $15.4M
11 Lummis Asset Management, LP 0.46% 24,673 $762K
12 Champlain Investment Partners, LLC 0.44% 1,173,175 $34.6M
13 Doliver Advisors, LP 0.44% 65,000 $1.9M
14 Numerai GP LLC 0.36% 120,903 $3.6M
15 Kayne Anderson Rudnick Investment Management LLC 0.28% 3,248,399 $95.7M
16 Awm Capital, LLC 0.26% 97,680 $2.9M
17 Gibraltar Capital Management, Inc. 0.25% 48,500 $1.4M
18 Hourglass Capital, LLC 0.25% 40,000 $1.2M
19 S&A Financial Services, Inc. 0.24% 11,950 $352K
20 Garrett Wealth Advisory Group, LLC 0.23% 43,884 $1.3M
21 EntryPoint Capital, LLC 0.22% 25,566 $753K
22 Fuller & Thaler Asset Management, INC. 0.22% 2,191,769 $64.5M
23 Warwick Investment Management, Inc. 0.21% 48,747 $1.4M
24 Rydar Equities, Inc. 0.20% 8,856 $261K
25 Mutual of America Capital Management LLC 0.17% 497,650 $14.7M
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 — First Finl Bankshares Inc (FFIN)

What does the Smart Money Trend signal show for FFIN?

Selling streak — 2 quarters in a row: For 2 consecutive quarters, more hedge funds reduced or closed their FFIN 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 FFIN?

Slight buying edge — 56% buying: Last quarter: 182 funds bought or added vs 143 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 FFIN holders?

Elite ownership — 43% AUM from top-100 funds: 49 of 331 holders are among the 100 largest funds by AUM, controlling 43% of total institutional value in FFIN. 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 FFIN?

66% of holders stayed for 2+ years: 217 out of 331 hedge funds have held FFIN 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 First Finl Bankshares Inc (FFIN) following the 2026 Q1 hedge fund 13F filings?

As of today, FFIN has moved +7.1% since the 2026 Q1 13F filing date (May 15, 2026), compared to +3.0% for the XLF sector ETF — an outperformance of +4.1%. Since the quarter end (March 31, 2026), FFIN has gained +14.3% vs +6.6% 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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