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Kenvue Inc (KVUE)

996 + Investors. Track Smart Money conviction in KVUE. 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
↓ -32
Streak
3Q ▼
Buyers last Q
52%

Smart Money Signals — KVUE

Based on 1005 hedge funds · latest filing: 2026 Q1 · updated quarterly

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Selling streak — 3 quarters in a row

last 6Q
For 3 consecutive quarters, more hedge funds reduced or closed their KVUE 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 — 92% of 3.0Y peak

92% of all-time peak
1,005 funds currently hold this stock — 92% of the 3.0-year high of 1,096 funds (reached 2025 Q2). Ownership is elevated but not yet at maximum concentration. Room to grow, but watch if the trend reverses.
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Outflows — 5% fewer funds vs a year ago

fund count last 6Q
58 fewer hedge funds hold KVUE compared to a year ago (-5% decline). When institutions consistently reduce their exposure, it's worth exploring the underlying fundamental reasons driving them away.
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Slight buying edge — 52% buying

551 buying502 selling
Last quarter: 551 funds bought or added vs 502 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 (-72 vs last Q)

new funds entering per quarter
Funds opening this position for the first time: 157 → 152 → 200 → 128. 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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51% of holders stayed for 2+ years

■ 51% conviction (2yr+) ■ 25% medium ■ 24% new
512 out of 1,005 hedge funds have held KVUE 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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Price up while funds trimmed (+50% value, -8% shares)

Value
+50%
Shares
-8%
Last quarter: total value of institutional KVUE holdings rose +50% even though funds reduced share count by 8%. The stock price increased enough to offset the selling. Institutions are quietly trimming into price strength — watch for rotation.
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Steady discovery — ~128 new funds/quarter

162 → 157 → 152 → 200 → 128 new funds/Q
New funds entering each quarter: 157 → 152 → 200 → 128. Consistent flow of new institutional buyers without clear acceleration or slowdown.
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Deep conviction — 56% of holders stayed 2+ years

■ 56% veterans ■ 17% 1-2yr ■ 28% new
Of 1,039 current holders: 580 (56%) 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 — 68% AUM from top-100 funds

68% from top-100 AUM funds
63 of 1005 holders are among the 100 largest funds by AUM, controlling 68% of total institutional value in KVUE. When the biggest players dominate the cap table, it signifies deep institutional support — since mega-funds deploy the most rigorous due diligence and capital.
3.2
out of 10
Low Exit Risk
Exit risk score 3.2/10 — 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 — KVUE

In 2026 Q1, 551 hedge funds were net buyers of KVUE (128 opened a new position, 423 added to an existing one), while 502 reduced or exited (342 trimmed, 160 sold completely) — a 52% buyer ratio, indicating a slight buying edge. This extends a 3-quarter selling streak, suggesting sustained institutional caution. 68% of total institutional value in KVUE is held by top-100 AUM funds, reflecting elite-tier ownership quality. Net fund flow last quarter: -32 funds (more exits than new entries). Total institutional holders: 1005.

Hedge Fund Ownership: KVUE

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

Market Analysis: KVUE

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Company Profile: KVUE

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

Is It Too Late to Buy Kenvue Inc (KVUE) Based on Hedge Fund 13F Filings?

Signal Freshness measures how much KVUE has moved relative to its sector benchmark (XLP) 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
KVUE
+5.2%
XLP
+4.0%

KVUE outperformed XLP by +1.2% since March 31, 2026.

Since 13F Filing Date May 15, 2026 · 28d ago
KVUE
+6.0%
XLP
+0.7%

Since the filing became public, KVUE outperformed XLP by +5.3% .

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 ?
Broad Consensus, Selective Conviction

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

55 top-rated funds 9 high-conviction
Consensus
7.6
/ 10
breadth
×
Elite
3.5
/ 10
conviction
Hedge Fund Positioning: KVUE
996 + Investors

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Metric All 13F Filers (2026 Q1) Prior (2025 Q4) Change
Funds Holding 996 1037 -3.95%
13F Shares 1.74B 1.89B -8.05%
Total Value $49.06B $32.72B 49.95%
New Positions 124 200 -76
Increased Positions 409 360 +49
Closed Positions 165 207 -42
Reduced Positions 331 394 -63
Total Calls 22 38 -42.11%
Total Puts 13 22 -40.91%
PUT/CALL Ratio 0.59 0.58 Bullish

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Institutional Holders (2026 Q1)

996 + investors

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Top 25 KVUE holders by conviction (% of portfolio weight) — 2026 Q1 · Source: SEC Form 13F
# Investor % of Portfolio Shares Mkt Value
1 Mayar Capital Ltd. 14.94% 726,716 $12.5M
2 Sender Co & Partners, Inc. 10.33% 986,149 $17.0M
3 Starboard Value LP 10.29% 27,307,632 $470.8M
4 Renaissance Capital LLC 8.79% 692,188 $12.1M
5 Kryger Capital LLC 6.35% 5,211,114 $89.8M
6 Independent Franchise Partners LLP 5.94% 49,208,848 $848.4M
7 Birnam Oak Advisors, LP 5.53% 1,412,271 $24.3M
8 Kintayl Capital LP 5.49% 611,377 $10.5M
9 Pentwater Capital Management LP 4.65% 52,000,000 $896.5M
10 Slotnik Capital, LLC 4.34% 860,156 $14.8M
11 Melqart Asset Management (UK) Ltd 4.26% 2,508,632 $43.2M
12 Twin Securities, Inc. 4.02% 480,517 $8.3M
13 Nuance Investments, LLC 3.98% 1,655,524 $28.5M
14 Drystone LLC 3.77% 242,705 $4.2M
15 Hbk Investments L P 3.67% 21,000,001 $362.0M
16 Alpine Associates Management INC. 3.02% 2,968,520 $51.2M
17 Kennon-Green & Company, LLC 3.00% 212,291 $3.7M
18 Holowesko Partners Ltd. 2.93% 607,000 $10.5M
19 Rbo & Co LLC 2.74% 984,976 $17.0M
20 Equity Investment Corp 2.58% 7,633,736 $131.6M
21 P Schoenfeld Asset Management LP 2.40% 256,200 $4.4M
22 Oak Family Advisors, LLC 2.29% 471,239 $8.1M
23 Skba Capital Management LLC 2.00% 845,115 $14.6M
24 Vazirani Asset Management LLC 1.99% 50,000 $862K
25 GABELLI & Co INVESTMENT ADVISERS, INC. 1.90% 742,600 $12.8M
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 — Kenvue Inc (KVUE)

What does the Smart Money Trend signal show for KVUE?

Selling streak — 3 quarters in a row: For 3 consecutive quarters, more hedge funds reduced or closed their KVUE 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 KVUE?

Slight buying edge — 52% buying: Last quarter: 551 funds bought or added vs 502 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 KVUE holders?

Elite ownership — 68% AUM from top-100 funds: 63 of 1005 holders are among the 100 largest funds by AUM, controlling 68% of total institutional value in KVUE. 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 KVUE?

51% of holders stayed for 2+ years: 512 out of 1,005 hedge funds have held KVUE 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 Kenvue Inc (KVUE) following the 2026 Q1 hedge fund 13F filings?

As of today, KVUE has moved +6.0% since the 2026 Q1 13F filing date (May 15, 2026), compared to +0.7% for the XLP sector ETF — an outperformance of +5.3%. Since the quarter end (March 31, 2026), KVUE has gained +5.2% vs +4.0% for XLP. 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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