Jefferies Financial Group Boosts Stake in WD-40

Institutional investor increases holdings in specialty chemicals company by over 100%

Published on Mar. 11, 2026

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Jefferies Financial Group Inc. grew its stake in shares of WD-40 Company (NASDAQ:WDFC) by 111.3% during the 3rd quarter, according to the company's recent 13F filing with the SEC. The institutional investor now owns 21,017 shares of the specialty chemicals company's stock, worth $4,153,000.

Why it matters

WD-40 is a well-known brand with a loyal customer base, and the company's stock has seen steady growth over the past year. Jefferies' significant increase in its WD-40 holdings suggests the investment firm sees further upside potential in the company's shares.

The details

Jefferies Financial Group added 11,070 shares to its WD-40 position during the third quarter, bringing its total stake to 21,017 shares. This represents 0.16% ownership of the specialty chemicals company. Several other hedge funds and institutional investors also increased their WD-40 holdings during the same period.

  • Jefferies Financial Group grew its WD-40 stake during the 3rd quarter of 2026.

The players

Jefferies Financial Group Inc.

A global investment banking firm that provides a full range of investment banking, advisory, sales and trading, research and wealth management services to corporations, institutions, governments and high-net-worth individuals.

WD-40 Company

A specialty chemicals company best known for its flagship WD-40 Multi-Use Product, a water-displacing spray used for lubrication, rust prevention and cleaning. The company distributes its products in over 176 countries.

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The takeaway

Jefferies' significant increase in its WD-40 holdings suggests the investment firm sees further growth potential in the specialty chemicals company, which has a strong brand and loyal customer base.