Natixis Advisors Trims Stake in Watsco

Institutional investor reduces holdings in construction equipment supplier

Mar. 11, 2026 at 9:54am

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Natixis Advisors LLC, an investment management firm, decreased its stake in Watsco, Inc. (NYSE:WSO) by 22.1% during the third quarter. The firm now owns 62,684 shares of the construction company's stock, valued at $25.3 million.

Why it matters

Watsco is a major distributor of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration (HVAC/R) equipment, parts, and supplies in the United States. Changes in institutional ownership can signal shifts in market sentiment around the company.

The details

According to a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission, Natixis Advisors sold 17,808 shares of Watsco during the third quarter. The firm now owns approximately 0.15% of the company's outstanding shares. Watsco's stock price has fluctuated in recent months, closing at $379.47 on Wednesday, down 3.7% from the previous day's trading.

  • Natixis Advisors reduced its Watsco holdings during the third quarter of 2025.

The players

Natixis Advisors LLC

An investment management firm that decreased its stake in Watsco, Inc.

Watsco, Inc.

A major distributor of HVAC/R equipment, parts, and supplies in the United States.

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The takeaway

The reduction in Natixis Advisors' Watsco holdings suggests potential uncertainty around the construction equipment supplier's near-term prospects, though the company remains a significant institutional investment.