Marathon Asset Management 13F: Cuts META Stake by $14M
Key Points
- Marathon Asset Management's reduction of 19,935 shares in Meta resulted in a decrease of about 23.4%, valued at approximately $14.5 million.
- Marathon Asset Management held 65,271 $META shares at quarter end, down 23.40% from the prior quarter.
- As of October 27, 2026, Meta's stock was recently trading around $630.47, which is below its 50-day moving average by 5.1%.
- Other firms like UniSuper Management and Gf Fund Management increased their positions in Meta, adding 24,103 and 106,256 shares, respectively.
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On October 26, 2026, Marathon Asset Management cut its stake in Meta Platforms, Inc. (META) by 19,935 shares, bringing its total to 65,271 shares. This reduction is valued at approximately $14.5 million according to its latest Form 13F filing with the SEC.
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Meta Platforms, Inc.
What Changed in Marathon Asset Management's Meta Position
Marathon's reported value in Meta is now about $47.3 million, which represents 3.75% of its total portfolio. This change reflects a 23.4% decrease in its holdings since the previous quarter ended on September 30, 2026.
Other Institutional Activity in Meta
Norris Perne & French increased its stake in Meta by 2,937 shares, bringing its total to 9,320 shares worth about $6.76 million. UniSuper Management boosted its position by 24,103 shares to 713,116 shares valued at approximately $517.1 million. Gf Fund Management raised its stake significantly by 106,256 shares, totaling 336,881 shares valued at about $244.3 million.
Meta Platforms, Inc. Stock Down 1.9%
On October 26, 2026, Meta closed at $630.56. Recently, it has been trading around $630.47, which is about equal to its closing price. However, the stock is below its 50-day moving average by 5.1% and 19.2% below its 52-week high of $779.82.
Recent Earnings
Meta reported trailing twelve-month revenue of about $241.6 billion and an EPS of $29.31. The next earnings date is set for January 27, 2027.
Dividend
Meta pays an annual dividend of $2.1 per share, giving it a yield of 0.33%.
Insider Buying and Selling at Meta Platforms, Inc.
Javier Olivan, the Chief Operating Officer, sold 1,575 shares on October 19, 2026, at an average price of $707.20, totaling about $1.11 million. This follows a series of sales earlier in October.
Analysts Set New Price Targets
On October 22, 2026, several firms maintained their ratings on Meta. UBS kept its rating as Buy with a target of $892, while Citigroup also maintained a Buy rating with a target of $905. The consensus from analysts shows a strong buy recommendation with a mean price target of $845.50.
About Meta Platforms, Inc.
Meta Platforms, Inc. focuses on connecting people through various digital platforms, including social media and virtual reality. The company operates through its Family of Apps and Reality Labs segments, serving users globally.
Bottom Line
Investors should watch for Meta's next earnings report on January 27, 2027, and keep an eye on further institutional filings. Marathon's recent cut in shares shows a notable shift in its investment strategy regarding Meta.
Related Filing Alerts
Source: Marathon Asset Management's 13F filing on $META (Oct 26, 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