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Vanguard Index Fds (VNQ)

2K + Investors. Track Smart Money conviction in VNQ. 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
↑ +40
Streak
3Q ▲
Buyers last Q
55%

Smart Money Signals — VNQ

Based on 1769 hedge funds · latest filing: 2026 Q1 · updated quarterly

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Buying streak — 3 quarters in a row

last 6Q
For 3 consecutive quarters, more hedge funds added VNQ 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
1,769 hedge funds hold VNQ 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 — +5% more funds vs a year ago

fund count last 6Q
+91 new funds entered over the past year (+5% 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 — 55% buying

909 buying754 selling
Last quarter: 909 funds bought or added vs 754 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 (-38 vs last Q)

new funds entering per quarter
Funds opening this position for the first time: 112 → 114 → 210 → 172. 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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70% of holders stayed for 2+ years

■ 70% conviction (2yr+) ■ 16% medium ■ 14% new
1,240 out of 1,769 hedge funds have held VNQ 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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Acceleration phase — new buyers rushing in

137 → 112 → 114 → 210 → 172 new funds/Q
New funds entering each quarter: 112 → 114 → 210 → 172. The pace of institutional discovery is accelerating sharply. This is the 'hot idea' phase — the thesis is being passed from fund to fund. You are not late — the accumulation wave is still building.
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Deep conviction — 72% of holders stayed 2+ years

■ 72% veterans ■ 12% 1-2yr ■ 16% new
Of 1,782 current holders: 1,277 (72%) 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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Strong quality — 33% AUM from major funds

33% from top-100 AUM funds
41 of 1769 holders rank in the top 100 by AUM, accounting for 33% of total institutional value held. A meaningful share of the ownership value comes from the most well-resourced institutions.
3.5
out of 10
Low Exit Risk
Exit risk score 3.5/10 — 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 — VNQ

In 2026 Q1, 909 hedge funds were net buyers of VNQ (172 opened a new position, 737 added to an existing one), while 754 reduced or exited (622 trimmed, 132 sold completely) — a 55% buyer ratio, indicating a slight buying edge. This marks 3 consecutive quarters of net institutional buying — a persistent conviction signal. 33% of total institutional value in VNQ is held by top-100 AUM funds, reflecting strong institutional quality. Net fund flow last quarter: +40 funds (more new holders than closures). Total institutional holders: 1769.

Hedge Fund Ownership: VNQ

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

Market Analysis: VNQ

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Company Profile: VNQ

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

Is It Too Late to Buy Vanguard Index Fds (VNQ) Based on Hedge Fund 13F Filings?

Signal Freshness measures how much VNQ has moved relative to its sector benchmark (SPY) 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
VNQ
+10.0%
SPY
+11.7%

VNQ outperformed SPY by -1.7% since March 31, 2026.

Since 13F Filing Date May 15, 2026 · 28d ago
VNQ
+3.9%
SPY
-1.7%

Since the filing became public, VNQ outperformed SPY by +5.6% .

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.

46 top-rated funds 52 high-conviction
Consensus
7.3
/ 10
breadth
×
Elite
4.5
/ 10
conviction
Hedge Fund Positioning: VNQ
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Metric All 13F Filers (2026 Q1) Prior (2025 Q4) Change
Funds Holding 1749 1728 1.22%
13F Shares 223M 209M 6.59%
Total Value $18.97B $18.52B 2.42%
New Positions 165 210 -45
Increased Positions 725 710 +15
Closed Positions 144 133 +11
Reduced Positions 617 588 +29
Total Calls 7 8 -12.5%
Total Puts 8 9 -11.11%
PUT/CALL Ratio 1.14 1.12 Neutral

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Institutional Holders (2026 Q1)

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Top 25 VNQ holders by conviction (% of portfolio weight) — 2026 Q1 · Source: SEC Form 13F
# Investor % of Portfolio Shares Mkt Value
1 Pennsylvania State University 27.46% 592,234 $52.5M
2 Seven Post Investment Office LP 24.36% 849,940 $75.4M
3 Gibson Capital, LLC 22.91% 1,387,610 $123.1M
4 Vanderbilt University 14.58% 865,645 $76.8M
5 Vista Capital Partners, INC. 12.92% 1,448,406 $128.5M
6 Passive Capital Management, LLC. 11.49% 433,750 $38.5M
7 Define Financial, LLC 10.46% 217,260 $19.3M
8 Fairfield University 9.59% 215,774 $19.1M
9 Fort Henry Capital, LLC 8.89% 165,683 $14.7M
10 Somnio Financial Group, LLC 8.23% 141,214 $12.5M
11 Whelan Financial 7.28% 264,486 $23.5M
12 SWAN Capital LLC 7.26% 222,529 $19.7M
13 Wrenne Financial Planning LLC 7.24% 208,089 $18.5M
14 Krane Financial Solutions LLC 7.10% 117,761 $10.4M
15 Cambridge Capital Management, LLC 7.08% 185,254 $16.4M
16 Horizons Wealth Management 6.81% 117,118 $10.4M
17 Allodium Investment Consultants, LLC 6.72% 158,129 $14.0M
18 Drystone LLC 6.50% 81,280 $7.2M
19 Archvest Wealth Advisors, Inc. 6.34% 110,740 $9.8M
20 Magnolia Wealth Management, LLC 6.31% 122,076 $10.8M
21 BluePrint Investing LLC 6.07% 85,979 $7.6M
22 Omega Financial Group, LLC 5.81% 201,443 $17.9M
23 Atmos Advisory, LLC 5.76% 114,420 $10.1M
24 Bluestem Financial Advisors, LLC 5.37% 156,811 $13.9M
25 Tide Cove Capital Partners LLC 5.35% 82,649 $7.9M
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 — Vanguard Index Fds (VNQ)

What does the Smart Money Trend signal show for VNQ?

Buying streak — 3 quarters in a row: For 3 consecutive quarters, more hedge funds added VNQ 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 VNQ?

Slight buying edge — 55% buying: Last quarter: 909 funds bought or added vs 754 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 VNQ holders?

Strong quality — 33% AUM from major funds: 41 of 1769 holders rank in the top 100 by AUM, accounting for 33% 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 VNQ?

70% of holders stayed for 2+ years: 1,240 out of 1,769 hedge funds have held VNQ 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 Vanguard Index Fds (VNQ) following the 2026 Q1 hedge fund 13F filings?

As of today, VNQ has moved +3.9% since the 2026 Q1 13F filing date (May 15, 2026), compared to -1.7% for the SPY sector ETF — an outperformance of +5.6%. Since the quarter end (March 31, 2026), VNQ has gained +10.0% vs +11.7% 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.

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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