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HORMEL FOODS CORP (HRL)

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

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Net Flow Q/Q
↑ +37
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Buyers last Q
55%

Smart Money Signals — HRL

Based on 593 hedge funds · latest filing: 2025 Q4 · updated quarterly

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Buying streak — 1 quarter in a row

last 6Q
For 1 consecutive quarter, more hedge funds added HRL 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
593 hedge funds hold HRL 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 HRL is almost the same as a year ago (-6 funds, -1% change). No significant rush to buy or sell — institutional backing is holding steady.
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Slight buying edge — 55% buying

340 buying273 selling
Last quarter: 340 funds bought or added vs 273 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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More new buyers each quarter (+46 vs last Q)

new funds entering per quarter
Funds opening a new HRL position: 76 → 85 → 68 → 114. 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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67% of holders stayed for 2+ years

■ 67% conviction (2yr+) ■ 16% medium ■ 17% new
396 out of 593 hedge funds have held HRL 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

91 → 76 → 85 → 68 → 114 new funds/Q
New funds entering each quarter: 76 → 85 → 68 → 114. A growing number of institutions are discovering HRL each quarter. The narrative is still spreading — leaving room for ongoing capital accumulation.
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Deep conviction — 70% of holders stayed 2+ years

■ 70% veterans ■ 9% 1-2yr ■ 21% new
Of 609 current holders: 428 (70%) 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 — 54% AUM from top-100 funds

54% from top-100 AUM funds
44 of 593 holders are among the 100 largest funds by AUM, controlling 54% of total institutional value in HRL. When the biggest players dominate the cap table, it signifies deep institutional support — since mega-funds deploy the most rigorous due diligence and capital.
3.4
out of 10
Low Exit Risk
Exit risk score 3.4/10 — 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.

Hedge Fund Ownership: HRL

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

Market Analysis: HRL

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Company Profile: HRL

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Smart Money Signal ?
Broad Consensus, Selective Conviction

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

84 top-rated funds 1 high-conviction
Consensus
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1.5
/ 10
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Hedge Fund Positioning: HRL
2026 Q1 Stats Unlock in 20 days 609 + Investors

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Metric All 13F Filers (2025 Q4) Prior (2025 Q3) Change
Funds Holding 609 576 5.73%
13F Shares 244M 236M 3.77%
Total Value $5.80B $5.80B -0.13%
New Positions 116 69 +47
Increased Positions 259 254 +5
Closed Positions 79 108 -29
Reduced Positions 212 227 -15
Total Calls 11 11 -
Total Puts 9 11 -18.18%
PUT/CALL Ratio 0.82 1.0 Neutral

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Institutional Holders (2026 Q1)

609 + investors

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

Top 25 institutional holders of HRL — 2025 Q4 · Source: SEC Form 13F
# Investor % of Portfolio Shares Mkt Value
1 EPIQ PARTNERS, LLC 3.19% 301,770 $6.8M
2 Great Hill Capital LLC 1.34% 688,700 $20.7M
3 SJS Investment Consulting Inc. 1.31% 474,155 $10.7M
4 MILLER HOWARD INVESTMENTS INC /NY 0.88% 1,423,720 $32.2M
5 Adams Asset Advisors, LLC 0.72% 281,883 $6.4M
6 ADVOCATE GROUP LLC 0.61% 172,479 $3.9M
7 Vest Financial, LLC 0.58% 2,119,700 $48.0M
8 Great Hill Capital LLC 0.51% 346,320 $7.8M
9 Accretive Wealth Partners, LLC 0.47% 74,585 $1.7M
10 Linden Thomas Advisory Services, LLC 0.32% 146,878 $3.3M
11 Sky Investment Group LLC 0.29% 74,125 $1.7M
12 Walser Wealth Management Company, A Ltd Liability Co 0.25% 24,336 $551K
13 Exeter Financial, LLC 0.24% 26,045 $590K
14 Vermillion Wealth Management, Inc. 0.23% 26,303 $596K
15 City Center Advisors, LLC 0.23% 11,109 $252K
16 ProShare Advisors LLC 0.23% 6,822,917 $154.5M
17 Dorato Capital Management 0.22% 14,079 $305K
18 LifePlan Financial, LLC 0.22% 13,422 $304K
19 Fiduciary Alliance LLC 0.21% 171,720 $3.5M
20 Advocate Investing Services LLC 0.21% 10,710 $243K
21 SilverOak Wealth Management LLC 0.20% 55,287 $1.3M
22 Bayforest Capital Ltd 0.20% 7,735 $175K
23 MQS Management LLC 0.19% 12,529 $284K
24 Horizon Advisory Services, Inc. 0.16% 13,719 $311K
25 G&S Capital LLC 0.15% 18,503 $419K
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 — HORMEL FOODS CORP (HRL)

What does the Smart Money Trend signal show for HRL?

Buying streak — 1 quarter in a row: For 1 consecutive quarter, more hedge funds added HRL 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 HRL?

Slight buying edge — 55% buying: Last quarter: 340 funds bought or added vs 273 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 HRL holders?

Elite ownership — 54% AUM from top-100 funds: 44 of 593 holders are among the 100 largest funds by AUM, controlling 54% of total institutional value in HRL. 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 HRL?

67% of holders stayed for 2+ years: 396 out of 593 hedge funds have held HRL 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.