Paysafe Limited (PSFE): Hedge Fund Ownership & Smart Money Signals (Q1 2026)

Q: Is it too late to buy Paysafe Limited (PSFE) following the 2026 Q1 hedge fund 13F filings?

As of today, PSFE has moved -11.7% since the 2026 Q1 13F filing date (May 15, 2026), compared to +5.4% for the XLK sector ETF — an outperformance of -17.1%. Since the quarter end (March 31, 2026), PSFE gained +-0.0% vs +39.8% for XLK. The stock is tracking its sector benchmark closely. The signal remains fresh and the entry point is still near the fund's implied reference.

Paysafe Limited (PSFE)

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

Smart Money Signals — PSFE

Based on 143 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 PSFE 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 (95% of max)

95% of all-time peak

143 hedge funds hold PSFE 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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Outflows — 5% fewer funds vs a year ago

fund count last 6Q

8 fewer hedge funds hold PSFE 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 — 55% buying

78 buying65 selling

Last quarter: 78 funds bought or added vs 65 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: 21 → 23 → 28 → 26. A stable flow of new institutional buyers suggests ongoing interest without signs of either acceleration or slowdown.

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41% of holders stayed for 2+ years

■ 41% conviction (2yr+) ■ 34% medium ■ 24% new

59 out of 143 hedge funds have held PSFE 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 +5%, value -12%

Value

-12%

+4%

Last quarter: funds added +5% more shares while total portfolio value only changed -12%. 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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Growing discovery — still being found

27 → 21 → 23 → 28 → 26 new funds/Q

New funds entering each quarter: 21 → 23 → 28 → 26. A growing number of institutions are discovering PSFE each quarter. The narrative is still spreading — leaving room for ongoing capital accumulation.

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Veteran-anchored — 53% veterans vs 28% newcomers

■ 53% veterans ■ 20% 1-2yr ■ 28% new

Entry-cohort mix of 152 holders: 80 (53%) are 2+ year veterans, 30 entered 1–2 years ago, and 42 (28%) joined within the past year. A veteran-weighted cap table skews toward institutional memory over fresh momentum.

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Strong quality — 21% AUM from major funds

21% from top-100 AUM funds

36 of 143 holders rank in the top 100 by AUM, accounting for 21% of total institutional value held. A meaningful share of the ownership value comes from the most well-resourced institutions.

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 Q1)	Prior (2025 Q4)	Change
Funds Holding	142	144	-1.39%
13F Shares	30M	29M	4.51%
Total Value	$206M	$235M	-12.07%
New Positions	25	28	-3
Increased Positions	50	34	+16
Closed Positions	27	31	-4
Reduced Positions	35	55	-20
Total Calls	5	5	-
Total Puts	4	4	-
PUT/CALL Ratio	0.8	0.8	Neutral

Metric

All 13F Filers (2026 Q1)

Prior (2025 Q4)

Change

Funds Holding

142

144

-1.39%

13F Shares

30M

29M

4.51%

Total Value

$206M

$235M

-12.07%

New Positions

-3

Increased Positions

+16

Closed Positions

-4

Reduced Positions

-20

Total Calls

Total Puts

PUT/CALL Ratio

0.8

Neutral

Institutional Holders (2026 Q1)

142 + investors

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

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

Top 25 PSFE holders by conviction (% of portfolio weight) — 2026 Q1 · Source: SEC Form 13F
#	Investor	% of Portfolio	Shares	Mkt Value
1	Francisco Partners Management, LP	4.02%	1,720,543	$11.7M
2	Fidelity National Financial, Inc.	0.56%	2,250,002	$15.3M
3	Private Management Group Inc	0.52%	2,630,687	$17.9M
4	Blackstone Inc.	0.29%	10,961,114	$74.6M
5	CastleKnight Management LP	0.06%	484,859	$3.3M
6	Bridgeway Capital Management, LLC	0.05%	335,132	$2.3M
7	Numerai GP LLC	0.04%	60,227	$410K
8	Crescent Grove Advisors, LLC	0.03%	45,113	$307K
9	Inscription Capital, LLC	0.03%	37,211	$253K
10	Quinn Opportunity Partners LLC	0.03%	74,981	$511K
11	Campbell & CO Investment Adviser LLC	0.02%	45,911	$313K
12	Jacobs Levy Equity Management, Inc	0.01%	482,804	$3.3M
13	Bfsg, LLC	0.01%	20,910	$142K
14	Brooklyn Investment Group	0.01%	61,743	$420K
15	AustralianSuper Pty Ltd	0.01%	287,420	$2.0M
16	Whitebox Advisors LLC	0.01%	120,335	$819K
17	Empowered Funds, LLC	0.01%	212,954	$1.5M
18	Caprock Group, LLC	0.01%	42,162	$287K
19	Essential Partners LLC	0.01%	2,217	$15K
20	Mackenzie Financial Corp	0.00%	519,104	$3.5M
21	Versant Capital Management, Inc	0.00%	5,297	$36K
22	Martingale Asset Management L P	0.00%	19,600	$133K
23	Quantinno Capital Management LP	0.00%	241,617	$1.6M
24	EverSource Wealth Advisors, LLC	0.00%	4,829	$77K
25	Performa Ltd (US), LLC	0.00%	1,463	$10K

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 — Paysafe Limited (PSFE)

What does the Smart Money Trend signal show for PSFE?

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

Slight buying edge — 55% buying: Last quarter: 78 funds bought or added vs 65 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 PSFE holders?

Strong quality — 21% AUM from major funds: 36 of 143 holders rank in the top 100 by AUM, accounting for 21% of total institutional value held. A meaningful share of the ownership value comes from the most well-resourced institutions.

How long have hedge funds held PSFE?

41% of holders stayed for 2+ years: 59 out of 143 hedge funds have held PSFE 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 Paysafe Limited (PSFE) following the 2026 Q1 hedge fund 13F filings?

As of today, PSFE has moved -11.7% since the 2026 Q1 13F filing date (May 15, 2026), compared to +5.4% for the XLK sector ETF — an outperformance of -17.1%. Since the quarter end (March 31, 2026), PSFE has gained +-0.0% vs +39.8% for XLK. 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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Paysafe Limited (PSFE)

Smart Money Signals — PSFE

Selling streak — 2 quarters in a row

At the ownership peak (95% of max)

Outflows — 5% fewer funds vs a year ago

Slight buying edge — 55% buying

Steady new buyers — ~26 new funds per quarter

41% of holders stayed for 2+ years

Buying through price weakness — shares +5%, value -12%

Growing discovery — still being found

Veteran-anchored — 53% veterans vs 28% newcomers

Strong quality — 21% AUM from major funds

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