Altfest L J 13F: New $1.3M Stake in IQVIA (IQV)
Key Points
- Altfest L J's new stake in IQVIA Holdings represents a portfolio weight of 0.56% within its reported 13F value of about $234.2 million.
- Altfest L J held 4,899 $IQV shares at quarter end, all of it a new position.
- The stock recently traded at $271.55, which is about equal to its closing price on the same day, and is currently above its 50-day moving average by about 2.9%.
- Analysts have a consensus rating of 'strong buy' for IQVIA, with a mean target price of approximately $302.67.
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On October 27, 2026, Altfest L J disclosed a new position of 4,899 shares in IQVIA Holdings Inc. (NYSE: IQV), valued at approximately $1,317,042. This information comes from the fund's latest Form 13F filing with the SEC.
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What Changed in Altfest L J's IQV Position
Altfest L J opened a new position in IQVIA Holdings, acquiring 4,899 shares. This new stake represents a portfolio weight of 0.56% within the fund's total reported value of about $234.2 million.
Where IQVIA Fits in Altfest L J's Portfolio
In terms of portfolio rank, IQVIA Holdings is the 23rd position out of 318 total holdings for Altfest L J.
Other Institutional Activity in IQVIA
Recently, Marathon Asset Management reduced its stake in IQVIA by 22,472 shares, bringing its total to 82,916 shares valued at about $22.3 million. Coronation Fund Managers sold out of 101,473 shares on the same day as Altfest L J's filing, valued at approximately $27.5 million.
IQVIA Holdings Inc. Stock Down 2.8%
As of October 27, 2026, IQVIA Holdings traded at $271.55, which is about equal to its closing price on that day. The stock is currently above its 50-day moving average by about 2.9% and well above its 52-week low of $154.50, showing strong relative strength.
Recent Earnings
In its most recent earnings report, IQVIA Holdings generated approximately $16.98 billion in revenue and reported earnings per share of $8.05. The company will report its next earnings on November 7, 2026.
Insider Buying and Selling at IQVIA Holdings Inc.
Several insiders sold shares earlier this year. For instance, General Counsel Eric M. Sherbet sold 5,000 shares at an average price of $249.16 on July 29, 2026, valued at about $1.25 million. Other insiders also sold shares in July and August, reflecting ongoing insider activity.
Analysts Set New Price Targets
On September 28, 2026, Truist Securities reiterated a "Buy" rating on IQVIA with a new price target of $329. RBC Capital maintained an "Outperform" rating with a target of $319 on September 29, 2026. The consensus among analysts is a strong buy, with a mean target price of approximately $302.67.
About IQVIA Holdings Inc.
IQVIA Holdings Inc. provides clinical research services, commercial insights, and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries globally. The company operates through three segments: Technology & Analytics Solutions, Research & Development Solutions, and Contract Sales & Medical Solutions.
Bottom Line
With Altfest L J's new position in IQVIA Holdings, investors should watch for the upcoming earnings report on November 7, 2026, and any further changes in institutional holdings as the healthcare sector continues to evolve.
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Source: Altfest L J's 13F filing on $IQV (Oct 27, 2026). 13F filings show holdings as of the end of the reporting quarter and may not reflect the fund's current position. Written by software, not financial advice. How we make alerts