Verdence Capital Advisors 13F: Adds $3.1M to META Stake
Key Points
- Verdence Capital Advisors added 4,330 shares of Meta Platforms, raising its total holdings to 28,063 shares worth about $20.4 million.
- The fund's reported value for this position is approximately $604.5 million, making it 9th in its portfolio out of 758 positions.
- As of October 28, 2026, Meta's stock was trading around $620.12, which is about 1.7% below its closing price of $630.56 on the filing date.
Since the filing, $META is down 1.6% to date (from the $630.56 close on Oct 26, 2026).
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On October 26, 2026, Verdence Capital Advisors boosted its stake in Meta Platforms, Inc. (META) by 4,330 shares. This increase brings its total holdings to 28,063 shares, valued at approximately $20.4 million, according to the fund's latest Form 13F filing with the SEC covering the quarter ending September 30, 2026.
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What Changed in Verdence Capital Advisors' Meta Position
The fund added 4,330 shares, a change of about 18.2% from its previous total of 23,733 shares. This change is valued at approximately $3.14 million, reflecting an increased commitment to the company.
Where Meta Fits in Verdence Capital Advisors' Portfolio
Meta now accounts for 3.37% of Verdence Capital Advisors' total reported value of $604.5 million, ranking 9th among its 758 positions.
Other Institutional Activity in Meta
Several other funds also adjusted their positions in Meta. Flagship Harbor Advisors reduced its stake by 2,964 shares, now holding 17,956 shares valued at about $13.0 million. Marathon Asset Management decreased its holdings by 19,935 shares, ending with 65,271 shares worth approximately $47.3 million. Alta Capital Management also trimmed its position by 12,632 shares, which now totals 77,048 shares valued at about $55.9 million.
Meta Platforms, Inc. Stock Down 3.5%
As of October 26, 2026, Meta closed at $630.56. Recently, the stock has been trading around $620.12, which is about 1.7% below its closing price on the filing date. This puts it below its 50-day moving average of $664.63 and its 200-day average of $632.45.
Recent Earnings
Meta reported trailing twelve-month revenue of approximately $241.6 billion with a net margin of 31.1%. The next earnings report is scheduled for January 27, 2027.
Dividend
Meta pays an annual dividend of $2.10 per share, which gives it a dividend yield of 0.33%.
Insider Buying and Selling at Meta Platforms, Inc.
Javier Olivan, the Chief Operating Officer, sold 1,575 shares of Meta on various dates in October 2026, with total transactions valued at approximately $4.5 million. The most recent sale occurred on October 19, 2026.
Analysts Set New Price Targets
On October 22, 2026, several firms maintained their ratings on Meta. UBS maintained a Buy rating with a price target of $892, while Citigroup also maintained a Buy rating with a target of $905. DA Davidson maintained a Buy rating with a target of $800, and BMO Capital kept a Market Perform rating with a target of $685.
About Meta Platforms, Inc.
Meta Platforms, Inc. focuses on connecting people through products like social media and virtual reality. It operates two segments: Family of Apps and Reality Labs, serving users globally.
Bottom Line
Investors should keep an eye on Meta's upcoming earnings report on January 27, 2027, and watch for further changes in institutional holdings as the market evolves. This filing shows Verdence Capital Advisors' commitment to Meta, as it increases its stake in the tech giant.
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Source: Verdence Capital Advisors'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