KBC Group NV Boosts Stake in Jacobs Solutions Inc.

The institutional investor increased its position in the engineering and professional services firm by over 500% in the fourth quarter.

Apr. 19, 2026 at 9:04am

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KBC Group NV, a major institutional investor, significantly increased its stake in Jacobs Solutions Inc. (NYSE:J) by 519% in the fourth quarter of 2025, according to a recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The investor now owns 70,734 shares of the company's stock, worth approximately $9.37 million.

Why it matters

The substantial increase in KBC Group's position in Jacobs Solutions suggests the institutional investor sees significant potential in the engineering and professional services firm. This could signal growing confidence in Jacobs Solutions' business outlook and future performance among major investors.

The details

According to the 13F filing, KBC Group NV acquired an additional 59,307 shares of Jacobs Solutions in the fourth quarter, bringing its total position to 70,734 shares. This represents a 519% increase from the previous quarter. Jacobs Solutions is a global professional services firm that provides technical, engineering, scientific, and project delivery expertise across a range of industries.

  • KBC Group NV increased its stake in Jacobs Solutions in the fourth quarter of 2025.
  • The 13F filing detailing the increased position was submitted in early 2026.

The players

KBC Group NV

A major institutional investor that significantly increased its stake in Jacobs Solutions Inc.

Jacobs Solutions Inc.

A global professional services firm that provides technical, engineering, scientific, and project delivery expertise across a range of industries.

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What they’re saying

“We must continue to identify and invest in companies that demonstrate strong growth potential and a commitment to innovation.”

— Luc Popelier, Chief Investment Officer, KBC Group NV

What’s next

Investors will be closely watching Jacobs Solutions' upcoming earnings reports and any further updates on institutional investor activity around the stock.

The takeaway

The substantial increase in KBC Group's position in Jacobs Solutions suggests growing confidence in the engineering firm's prospects among major institutional investors, which could signal positive momentum for the stock going forward.