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UNITED NAT FOODS INC (UNFI)

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

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Net Flow Q/Q
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Buyers last Q
53%

Smart Money Signals — UNFI

Based on 302 hedge funds · latest filing: 2025 Q4 · updated quarterly

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Buying streak — 2 quarters in a row

last 6Q
For 2 consecutive quarters, more hedge funds added UNFI 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
302 hedge funds hold UNFI 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 — +20% more funds vs a year ago

fund count last 6Q
+50 new funds entered over the past year (+20% 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

161 buying144 selling
Last quarter: 161 funds bought or added vs 144 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 (+20 vs last Q)

new funds entering per quarter
Funds opening a new UNFI position: 43 → 43 → 51 → 71. 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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62% of holders stayed for 2+ years

62% conviction (2yr+) 18% medium 20% new
187 out of 302 hedge funds have held UNFI 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

58 → 43 → 43 → 51 → 71 new funds/Q
New funds entering each quarter: 43 → 43 → 51 → 71. A growing number of institutions are discovering UNFI 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 315 current holders: 221 (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 — 49% AUM from top-100 funds

49% from top-100 AUM funds
39 of 302 holders are among the 100 largest funds by AUM, controlling 49% of total institutional value in UNFI. When the biggest players dominate the cap table, it signifies deep institutional support — since mega-funds deploy the most rigorous due diligence and capital.
3.7
out of 10
Low Exit Risk
Exit risk score 3.7/10 — 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: UNFI

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

Market Analysis: UNFI

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Company Profile: UNFI

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Smart Money Signal ?
Broad Consensus, Selective Conviction

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

46 top-rated funds 1 high-conviction
Consensus
7.3
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1.4
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conviction
Hedge Fund Positioning: UNFI
2026 Q1 Stats Unlock in 22 days 315 + Investors

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Metric All 13F Filers (2025 Q4) Prior (2025 Q3) Change
Funds Holding 315 283 11.31%
13F Shares 58M 58M -1.09%
Total Value $1.94B $2.18B -11.29%
New Positions 72 54 +18
Increased Positions 100 109 -9
Closed Positions 39 39 -
Reduced Positions 132 109 +23
Total Calls 9 11 -18.18%
Total Puts 8 10 -20.0%
PUT/CALL Ratio 0.89 0.91 Neutral

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Institutional Holders (2026 Q1)

315 + investors

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Top 25 institutional holders of UNFI — 2025 Q4 · Source: SEC Form 13F
# Investor % of Portfolio Shares Mkt Value
1 Counterpoint Mutual Funds LLC 0.63% 93,683 $4.2M
2 STEINBERGANNA WEALTH MANAGEMENT 0.33% 15,242 $687K
3 Bayforest Capital Ltd 0.15% 2,893 $130K
4 NBC SECURITIES, INC. 0.11% 31,497 $1.4M
5 SG Americas Securities, LLC 0.08% 1,732,060 $78K
6 Revisor Wealth Management LLC 0.08% 6,188 $279K
7 OP Asset Management Ltd 0.07% 120,999 $6.3M
8 Abacus Wealth Partners, LLC 0.06% 15,323 $690K
9 CONTRAVISORY INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT, INC. 0.05% 5,708 $257K
10 WEDGE CAPITAL MANAGEMENT L L P/NC 0.05% 62,239 $2.8M
11 CWA Asset Management Group, LLC 0.05% 31,520 $1.4M
12 Inspire Investing, LLC 0.04% 11,559 $521K
13 EVOLVE PRIVATE WEALTH, LLC 0.04% 15,397 $694K
14 HIGHLAND CAPITAL MANAGEMENT, LLC 0.03% 14,595 $658K
15 Great Waters Wealth Management 0.03% 5,352 $241K
16 Louisiana State Employees Retirement System 0.02% 27,000 $1K
17 Hickory Point Bank & Trust 0.02% 700 $32K
18 Diversified Trust Co 0.02% 23,967 $1.1M
19 State of Alaska, Department of Revenue 0.01% 30,160 $1K
20 YOUSIF CAPITAL MANAGEMENT, LLC 0.01% 21,322 $961K
21 FULTON BANK, N.A. 0.01% 6,560 $296K
22 Sterling Capital Management LLC 0.01% 11,230 $506K
23 NEW YORK STATE TEACHERS RETIREMENT SYSTEM 0.01% 74,795 $3K
24 Golden State Wealth Management, LLC 0.01% 1,381 $62K
25 Ares Financial Consulting, LLC 0.01% 185 $8K
Investor Ownership
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% 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 — UNITED NAT FOODS INC (UNFI)

What does the Smart Money Trend signal show for UNFI?

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

Slight buying edge — 53% buying: Last quarter: 161 funds bought or added vs 144 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 UNFI holders?

Elite ownership — 49% AUM from top-100 funds: 39 of 302 holders are among the 100 largest funds by AUM, controlling 49% of total institutional value in UNFI. 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 UNFI?

62% of holders stayed for 2+ years: 187 out of 302 hedge funds have held UNFI 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.