Nrg Energy Inc (NRG) Hedge Fund Ownership (Q2 2026)

Q: Is it too late to buy Nrg Energy Inc (NRG) following the 2026 Q2 hedge fund 13F filings?

As of today, NRG has moved -17.6% since the 2026 Q2 13F filing date (August 14, 2026), compared to -5.9% for the XLU sector ETF — an outperformance of -11.7%. Since the quarter end (June 30, 2026), NRG gained -28.8% vs -8.1% for XLU. The stock is tracking its sector benchmark closely. The signal remains fresh and the entry point is still near the fund's implied reference.

Nrg Energy Inc (NRG)

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Smart Money Signals — NRG

Based on 1028 hedge funds · latest filing: 2026 Q2 · updated quarterly

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Selling streak — 1 quarter in a row

last 6Q

For 1 consecutive quarter, more hedge funds reduced or closed their NRG 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 (96% of max)

96% of all-time peak

1,028 hedge funds hold NRG 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 NRG is almost the same as a year ago (+24 funds, +2% change). No significant rush to buy or sell — institutional backing is holding steady.

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More sellers than buyers — 48% buying

518 buying571 selling

Last quarter: 571 funds reduced or exited vs 518 that bought or added. When more than half of active funds are selling, it's a caution flag — especially if the stock price hasn't moved down yet.

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Fewer new buyers each quarter (-27 vs last Q)

new funds entering per quarter

Funds opening this position for the first time: 150 → 163 → 160 → 133. 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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58% of holders stayed for 2+ years

■ 58% conviction (2yr+) ■ 24% medium ■ 19% new

592 out of 1,028 hedge funds have held NRG 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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Buying through price weakness — shares +21%, value +3%

Value

+2%

+20%

Last quarter: funds added +21% more shares while total portfolio value only changed +3%. Institutions were buying while the price was falling — a high-conviction accumulation signal. They're deliberately loading up on the dip.

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Steady discovery — ~133 new funds/quarter

246 → 150 → 163 → 160 → 133 new funds/Q

New funds entering each quarter: 150 → 163 → 160 → 133. Consistent flow of new institutional buyers without clear acceleration or slowdown.

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Veteran-anchored — 61% veterans vs 24% newcomers

■ 61% veterans ■ 15% 1-2yr ■ 24% new

Entry-cohort mix of 1,070 holders: 652 (61%) are 2+ year veterans, 157 entered 1–2 years ago, and 261 (24%) joined within the past year. A veteran-weighted cap table skews toward institutional memory over fresh momentum.

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Elite ownership — 65% AUM from top-100 funds

65% from top-100 AUM funds

67 of 1021 holders are among the 100 largest funds by AUM, controlling 65% of total institutional value in NRG. 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.

Metric	All 13F Filers (2026 Q2)	Prior (2026 Q1)	Change
Funds Holding	1010	1067	-5.34%
13F Shares	202M	197M	2.98%
Total Value	$28.66B	$28.13B	1.89%
New Positions	129	160	-31
Increased Positions	378	459	-81
Closed Positions	179	158	+21
Reduced Positions	383	309	+74
Total Calls	29	19	52.63%
Total Puts	19	19	-
PUT/CALL Ratio	0.66	1.0	Bullish

Metric

All 13F Filers (2026 Q2)

Prior (2026 Q1)

Change

Funds Holding

1010

1067

-5.34%

13F Shares

202M

197M

2.98%

Total Value

$28.66B

$28.13B

1.89%

New Positions

129

160

-31

Increased Positions

378

459

-81

Closed Positions

179

158

+21

Reduced Positions

383

309

+74

Total Calls

52.63%

Total Puts

PUT/CALL Ratio

0.66

1.0

Bullish

Institutional Holders (2026 Q2)

1K + investors

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

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

Top 25 NRG holders by conviction (% of portfolio weight) — 2026 Q2 · Source: SEC Form 13F
#	Investor	% of Portfolio	Shares	Mkt Value
1	Bluescape Energy Partners LLC	16.81%	342,250	$50.0M
2	Glendon Capital Management LP	13.47%	712,345	$104.0M
3	Permian Investment Partners, LP	9.46%	590,431	$86.2M
4	Wealth High Governance Asset Management Ltda.	6.95%	244,105	$38.9M
5	Webs Creek Capital Management LP	5.96%	215,518	$31.5M
6	Lyrical Asset Management LP	4.98%	2,689,623	$392.8M
7	Luxor Capital Group, LP	4.11%	707,775	$103.4M
8	Segra Capital Management, LLC	3.83%	130,000	$19.0M
9	Community Bank of Raymore	3.79%	44,000	$6.4M
10	One Fin Capital Management LP	3.63%	77,000	$11.2M
11	Hartree Partners, LP	3.34%	107,400	$15.7M
12	Appaloosa LP	3.33%	1,760,000	$257.1M
13	Caspian Capital LP	3.32%	40,000	$5.8M
14	Electron Capital Partners, LLC	2.09%	357,635	$52.2M
15	Aventail Capital Group, LP	2.02%	241,067	$35.2M
16	Hiddenite Capital Partners LP	1.89%	151,000	$22.1M
17	Hiddenite Capital Partners LP	1.88%	150,000	$21.9M
18	Capricorn Fund Managers Ltd	1.74%	151,000	$22.1M
19	Converium Capital Inc.	1.68%	90,000	$13.1M
20	Fairfield Financial Advisors, LTD	1.67%	28,959	$4.2M
21	Integras Partners LLC	1.62%	20,054	$2.9M
22	Hedeker Wealth, LLC	1.60%	57,555	$8.4M
23	Farrow Financial, Inc.	1.50%	19,242	$2.8M
24	Teilinger Capital Ltd.	1.43%	70,000	$10.2M
25	Reaves W H & Co Inc	1.42%	640,357	$93.5M

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 — Nrg Energy Inc (NRG)

What does the Smart Money Trend signal show for NRG?

Selling streak — 1 quarter in a row: For 1 consecutive quarter, more hedge funds reduced or closed their NRG 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 NRG?

More sellers than buyers — 48% buying: Last quarter: 571 funds reduced or exited vs 518 that bought or added. When more than half of active funds are selling, it's a caution flag — especially if the stock price hasn't moved down yet.

What is the fund quality score for NRG holders?

Elite ownership — 65% AUM from top-100 funds: 67 of 1021 holders are among the 100 largest funds by AUM, controlling 65% of total institutional value in NRG. 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 NRG?

58% of holders stayed for 2+ years: 592 out of 1,028 hedge funds have held NRG 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 Nrg Energy Inc (NRG) following the 2026 Q2 hedge fund 13F filings?

As of today, NRG has moved -17.6% since the 2026 Q2 13F filing date (August 14, 2026), compared to -5.9% for the XLU sector ETF — an outperformance of -11.7%. Since the quarter end (June 30, 2026), NRG has gained -28.8% vs -8.1% for XLU. 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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Nrg Energy Inc (NRG)

Smart Money Signals — NRG

Selling streak — 1 quarter in a row

At the ownership peak (96% of max)

Stable — ownership unchanged year-over-year

More sellers than buyers — 48% buying

Fewer new buyers each quarter (-27 vs last Q)

58% of holders stayed for 2+ years

Buying through price weakness — shares +21%, value +3%

Steady discovery — ~133 new funds/quarter

Veteran-anchored — 61% veterans vs 24% newcomers

Elite ownership — 65% AUM from top-100 funds

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