Vaneck ETF Trust (ITM): Hedge Fund Ownership & Smart Money Signals (Q1 2026)

Q: Is it too late to buy Vaneck ETF Trust (ITM) following the 2026 Q1 hedge fund 13F filings?

As of today, ITM has moved +0.9% since the 2026 Q1 13F filing date (May 15, 2026), compared to +0.2% for the SPY sector ETF — an outperformance of +0.7%. Since the quarter end (March 31, 2026), ITM gained +0.8% vs +13.9% 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.

Vaneck ETF Trust (ITM)

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

Smart Money Signals — ITM

Based on 188 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 ITM 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

188 hedge funds hold ITM 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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Steady growth — +8% more funds vs a year ago

fund count last 6Q

+14 new funds entered over the past year (+8% YoY). Gradual, steady growth in institutional ownership is generally a healthy signal — not a speculative rush, but consistent conviction.

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Slight buying edge — 53% buying

86 buying75 selling

Last quarter: 86 funds bought or added vs 75 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 — ~26 new funds per quarter

new funds entering per quarter

Funds opening this position for the first time: 25 → 18 → 28 → 26. A stable flow of new institutional buyers suggests ongoing interest without signs of either acceleration or slowdown.

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58% of holders stayed for 2+ years

■ 58% conviction (2yr+) ■ 23% medium ■ 19% new

109 out of 188 hedge funds have held ITM 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

22 → 25 → 18 → 28 → 26 new funds/Q

New funds entering each quarter: 25 → 18 → 28 → 26. A growing number of institutions are discovering ITM each quarter. The narrative is still spreading — leaving room for ongoing capital accumulation.

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Veteran-anchored — 65% veterans vs 26% newcomers

■ 65% veterans ■ 10% 1-2yr ■ 26% new

Entry-cohort mix of 188 holders: 122 (65%) are 2+ year veterans, 18 entered 1–2 years ago, and 48 (26%) joined within the past year. A veteran-weighted cap table skews toward institutional memory over fresh momentum.

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Elite ownership — 75% AUM from top-100 funds

75% from top-100 AUM funds

23 of 187 holders are among the 100 largest funds by AUM, controlling 75% of total institutional value in ITM. When the biggest players dominate the cap table, it signifies deep institutional support — since mega-funds deploy the most rigorous due diligence and capital.

3.6

out of 10

Low Exit Risk

Exit risk score 3.6/10 — 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	187	179	4.47%
13F Shares	39M	37M	6.51%
Total Value	$1.77B	$1.73B	2.24%
New Positions	25	28	-3
Increased Positions	60	67	-7
Closed Positions	17	17	-
Reduced Positions	58	52	+6
Total Calls	0	0	-
Total Puts	0	0	-
PUT/CALL Ratio	0.0	0.0	Bullish

Metric

All 13F Filers (2026 Q1)

Prior (2025 Q4)

Change

Funds Holding

187

179

4.47%

13F Shares

39M

37M

6.51%

Total Value

$1.77B

$1.73B

2.24%

New Positions

-3

Increased Positions

-7

Closed Positions

Reduced Positions

Total Calls

Total Puts

PUT/CALL Ratio

0.0

Bullish

Institutional Holders (2026 Q1)

187 + investors

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

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

Top 25 ITM holders by conviction (% of portfolio weight) — 2026 Q1 · Source: SEC Form 13F
#	Investor	% of Portfolio	Shares	Mkt Value
1	FOCUS Wealth Advisors, LLC	4.14%	182,523	$8.5M
2	Willis Johnson & Associates, Inc.	2.55%	944,147	$43.8M
3	Granite Harbor Advisors, Inc.	1.36%	67,221	$3.1M
4	Goodwin Investment Advisory	0.85%	15,431	$716K
5	1620 Investment Advisors, INC.	0.82%	26,082	$1.2M
6	Davidson Investment Advisors	0.79%	349,662	$15.9M
7	Advisors Preferred, LLC	0.74%	108,254	$5.0M
8	Cliftonlarsonallen Wealth Advisors, LLC	0.72%	1,053,510	$48.9M
9	LCW Services, LLC	0.71%	30,670	$1.4M
10	Hyundai Investments Co., Ltd.	0.43%	8,315	$385K
11	Petra Financial Advisors Inc	0.43%	14,987	$696K
12	Avidian Wealth Enterprises, LLC	0.43%	291,752	$13.5M
13	Brandywine Oak Private Wealth LLC	0.40%	103,145	$4.8M
14	Gutierrez Wealth Advisory, LLC	0.40%	13,698	$636K
15	UMB Bank, n.a.	0.39%	599,378	$27.8M
16	Roan Capital Partners	0.34%	7,922	$368K
17	TIAA Wealth Investment Management LLC	0.34%	946,835	$44.0M
18	Idaho Trust Co	0.29%	19,128	$888K
19	Ameraudi Asset Management, Inc.	0.29%	11,400	$529K
20	Hummer Financial Advisory Services Inc	0.29%	8,750	$406K
21	Clear Retirement Advice LLC	0.28%	7,552	$351K
22	Parkside Financial Bank & Trust	0.24%	66,760	$3.1M
23	Aquire Wealth Advisors, LLC	0.24%	19,314	$897K
24	OneDigital Investment Advisors LLC	0.23%	501,554	$23.3M
25	Vicus Capital	0.21%	62,041	$2.9M

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 — Vaneck ETF Trust (ITM)

What does the Smart Money Trend signal show for ITM?

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

Slight buying edge — 53% buying: Last quarter: 86 funds bought or added vs 75 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 ITM holders?

Elite ownership — 75% AUM from top-100 funds: 23 of 187 holders are among the 100 largest funds by AUM, controlling 75% of total institutional value in ITM. 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 ITM?

58% of holders stayed for 2+ years: 109 out of 188 hedge funds have held ITM 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 Vaneck ETF Trust (ITM) following the 2026 Q1 hedge fund 13F filings?

As of today, ITM has moved +0.9% since the 2026 Q1 13F filing date (May 15, 2026), compared to +0.2% for the SPY sector ETF — an outperformance of +0.7%. Since the quarter end (March 31, 2026), ITM has gained +0.8% vs +13.9% 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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Vaneck ETF Trust (ITM)

Smart Money Signals — ITM

Buying streak — 2 quarters in a row

At the ownership peak (100% of max)

Steady growth — +8% more funds vs a year ago

Slight buying edge — 53% buying

Steady new buyers — ~26 new funds per quarter

58% of holders stayed for 2+ years

Growing discovery — still being found

Veteran-anchored — 65% veterans vs 26% newcomers

Elite ownership — 75% AUM from top-100 funds

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