Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Group Boosts Autodesk Holdings

The investment firm increased its stake in the software company by 0.5% in the fourth quarter.

Apr. 12, 2026 at 11:05am

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An extreme close-up of the intricate mechanical components of a banking machine, conveying the complex and powerful nature of financial institutions.Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Group's increased investment in Autodesk reflects institutional confidence in the software company's financial strength and growth potential.San Rafael Today

Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Group Inc. grew its holdings in Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ:ADSK) by 0.5% during the fourth quarter, according to a recent SEC filing. The firm now owns 946,476 shares of the software company's stock, valued at $280,166,000.

Why it matters

Autodesk is a leading provider of design and engineering software used across various industries. Institutional investors' holdings in the company provide insight into market sentiment and potential future performance.

The details

Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Group Inc. increased its stake in Autodesk by purchasing an additional 4,845 shares during the fourth quarter. The firm now owns approximately 0.45% of Autodesk's outstanding shares. Several other hedge funds and institutional investors also made changes to their Autodesk positions during the quarter.

  • Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Group Inc. disclosed its increased Autodesk holdings in a Q4 2026 SEC filing.

The players

Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Group Inc.

A Japanese financial services group that provides asset management, banking, and other financial services.

Autodesk, Inc.

A software company that develops design and creation tools for the architecture, engineering, construction, manufacturing, and media industries.

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The takeaway

Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Group's increased stake in Autodesk suggests institutional confidence in the software company's growth prospects, despite recent stock price volatility. Autodesk's diverse product portfolio and position in key industries continue to attract investor interest.