Applied Materials Shares Sold by First Community Trust NA

Institutional investor decreased position in semiconductor equipment manufacturer

Apr. 2, 2026 at 8:34am

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First Community Trust NA decreased its position in shares of Applied Materials, Inc. (NASDAQ:AMAT) by 24.5% in the 4th quarter, according to the company's latest SEC filing. The institutional investor owned 28,852 shares of the manufacturing equipment provider's stock at the end of the reporting period.

Why it matters

Applied Materials is a major supplier of equipment and software used in semiconductor chip manufacturing. Changes in institutional ownership of the company's stock can provide insights into market sentiment and expectations around the semiconductor industry.

The details

First Community Trust NA sold 9,372 shares of Applied Materials stock during the fourth quarter, reducing its total position to 28,852 shares. The institutional investor's holdings in Applied Materials now make up 5.5% of its portfolio, making it the 4th largest holding.

  • The transactions occurred in the fourth quarter of 2025.
  • The filing was submitted on April 2, 2026.

The players

First Community Trust NA

An institutional investor that decreased its position in Applied Materials stock.

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

The reduction in First Community Trust NA's position in Applied Materials stock suggests the institutional investor may have a more cautious outlook on the semiconductor equipment manufacturer's near-term prospects, though the company remains a significant holding in the investor's portfolio.