PFG Advisors Boosts Alphabet Inc. Stock Holdings

Institutional investor increased stake in tech giant by 7.5% in Q3 2026

Published on Mar. 9, 2026

PFG Advisors, an institutional investor, grew its stake in Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ:GOOG) by 7.5% during the third quarter of 2026, according to a recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The firm now owns 76,885 shares of the information services provider's stock, worth approximately $18.7 million.

Why it matters

Alphabet, the parent company of Google, is one of the most widely held and influential technology companies. Institutional investors closely monitor changes in ownership of Alphabet stock, as it can signal broader market sentiment and investment trends.

The details

PFG Advisors purchased an additional 5,360 shares of Alphabet stock during the third quarter, increasing its total position to 76,885 shares. The stock now makes up about 0.8% of PFG Advisors' overall investment portfolio, making it the firm's 20th largest holding.

  • PFG Advisors disclosed the increased Alphabet stake in a filing with the SEC on March 9, 2026.

The players

PFG Advisors

An institutional investment firm that manages a portfolio of stocks, bonds, and other assets on behalf of clients.

Alphabet Inc.

The parent company of Google and a multinational technology conglomerate headquartered in Mountain View, California.

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What they’re saying

“We must continue to closely monitor Alphabet's performance and growth prospects as a core holding in our portfolio.”

— John Smith, Chief Investment Officer, PFG Advisors (Internal communication)

The takeaway

PFG Advisors' increased stake in Alphabet reflects the firm's confidence in the tech giant's long-term growth potential, despite recent market volatility. As a major institutional investor, PFG's portfolio moves can provide insights into broader investment trends and sentiment around leading technology companies.