Qualcomm Boosts Stake in Wireless Tech

Barrow Hanley Mewhinney & Strauss LLC increases its position in Qualcomm by 2.6%

Published on Mar. 11, 2026

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Barrow Hanley Mewhinney & Strauss LLC, a major investment firm, has increased its stake in Qualcomm Incorporated (NASDAQ:QCOM) by 2.6% in the 3rd quarter, according to a recent SEC filing. The firm now owns 3,946,237 shares of the wireless technology company's stock, worth approximately $656 million.

Why it matters

Qualcomm is a leading player in the wireless technology industry, known for its development of cellular standards and semiconductor products. The increase in Barrow Hanley's stake suggests confidence in Qualcomm's long-term growth potential, as the firm is one of the largest institutional investors in the company.

The details

According to the SEC filing, Barrow Hanley Mewhinney & Strauss LLC acquired an additional 99,270 shares of Qualcomm during the 3rd quarter, bringing its total stake to approximately 0.37% of the company's outstanding shares. The firm's investment in Qualcomm now accounts for about 2.1% of its overall investment portfolio, making it the 6th largest holding.

  • Barrow Hanley Mewhinney & Strauss LLC increased its stake in Qualcomm during the 3rd quarter of 2026.

The players

Barrow Hanley Mewhinney & Strauss LLC

A major investment firm that has increased its stake in Qualcomm Incorporated, a leading wireless technology company.

Qualcomm Incorporated

A global semiconductor and telecommunications equipment company headquartered in San Diego, California, known for its development of wireless technologies and cellular standards.

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The takeaway

The increase in Barrow Hanley's stake in Qualcomm suggests that the investment firm sees long-term growth potential in the wireless technology company, which continues to play a central role in the evolution of digital cellular standards and the broader semiconductor industry.