IFP Advisors Inc Sells 8,987 Shares of Applied Materials, Inc.

Institutional investor reduces stake in semiconductor equipment manufacturer

Mar. 21, 2026 at 9:19am

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IFP Advisors Inc, an investment management firm, lowered its position in shares of Applied Materials, Inc. (NASDAQ:AMAT) by 35.1% in the 3rd quarter, according to a recent 13F filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The firm now owns 16,612 shares of the manufacturing equipment provider's stock, valued at $3,552,000.

Why it matters

This transaction reflects changes in the investment strategy and portfolio composition of IFP Advisors Inc, which could signal broader trends in institutional investor sentiment towards Applied Materials and the semiconductor industry. The filing provides transparency into the trading activities of a major investor.

The details

According to the 13F filing, IFP Advisors Inc sold 8,987 shares of Applied Materials during the 3rd quarter, reducing its total stake in the company. The firm now holds 16,612 shares, down from 25,599 shares held previously. Applied Materials is a leading supplier of semiconductor manufacturing equipment, materials and services.

  • The 13F filing covers the 3rd quarter of the year.

The players

IFP Advisors Inc

An investment management firm that has reduced its stake in Applied Materials, Inc.

Applied Materials, Inc.

A U.S.-based supplier of equipment, services and software used to manufacture semiconductor chips, flat panel displays and other advanced materials.

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The takeaway

This transaction highlights the shifting investment landscape in the semiconductor industry, as institutional investors like IFP Advisors Inc adjust their portfolios in response to market conditions and outlooks. The filing provides a window into the trading activities of a major shareholder of Applied Materials.