AE Wealth Management Boosts Qualcomm Holdings by 24.5%

Institutional investor increases stake in wireless tech giant during Q4 2025

Apr. 17, 2026 at 7:14am

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An extreme close-up of complex, metallic Qualcomm semiconductor components and circuit boards, dramatically lit against a dark background, conceptually representing the firm's technological prowess and investment potential.AE Wealth Management's increased stake in Qualcomm reflects the firm's confidence in the wireless technology company's long-term growth prospects.San Diego Today

AE Wealth Management LLC, a financial advisory firm, increased its holdings in Qualcomm Incorporated (NASDAQ:QCOM) by 24.5% during the fourth quarter of 2025, according to a recent SEC filing. The firm now owns 161,149 shares of the wireless technology company's stock, valued at $27.57 million.

Why it matters

Qualcomm is a major player in the semiconductor and telecommunications equipment industries, and its stock performance is closely watched by investors. The increase in AE Wealth Management's stake suggests the firm sees long-term growth potential in Qualcomm's business.

The details

According to the 13F filing, AE Wealth Management acquired an additional 31,734 shares of Qualcomm during the fourth quarter, bringing its total holdings to 161,149 shares. The firm's position in Qualcomm is now worth $27.57 million, up from $22.14 million at the end of the previous quarter.

  • AE Wealth Management filed its 13F report for the fourth quarter of 2025 on April 17, 2026.
  • The firm increased its Qualcomm holdings during the fourth quarter of 2025.

The players

AE Wealth Management LLC

A financial advisory firm that manages investments for individual and institutional clients.

Qualcomm Incorporated

A global semiconductor and telecommunications equipment company headquartered in San Diego, California.

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The takeaway

The increase in AE Wealth Management's Qualcomm holdings suggests the firm sees continued growth potential in the wireless technology company, which is a key player in the semiconductor and telecommunications industries.