Watsco Shares Sold by Tudor Investment Corp

Institutional investor reduces stake in HVAC distributor

Apr. 11, 2026 at 11:34am

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Tudor Investment Corp, a major hedge fund, has significantly reduced its holdings in Watsco, Inc. (NYSE: WSO), one of the largest HVAC equipment distributors in the United States. The firm sold over 43,000 shares of Watsco stock in the third quarter, lowering its stake by 84.4%.

Why it matters

Watsco's stock performance and institutional ownership are closely watched as indicators of the health of the HVAC industry and construction sector. Tudor's decision to sell a large portion of its Watsco shares could signal a shift in investor sentiment around the company or the broader market conditions.

The details

According to a regulatory filing, Tudor Investment Corp owned 8,080 shares of Watsco as of the end of the third quarter, down from 51,774 shares held in the prior quarter. The firm cited unspecified reasons for the significant reduction in its Watsco position. Several other hedge funds also made changes to their Watsco holdings during the quarter.

  • Tudor Investment Corp filed its Q3 2026 13F report in early November 2026.
  • The firm sold 43,694 Watsco shares between the end of Q2 and Q3 2026.

The players

Tudor Investment Corp

A major hedge fund that has been an institutional investor in Watsco.

Watsco, Inc.

The largest distributor of HVAC equipment, parts and supplies in the United States, headquartered in Miami, Florida.

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The takeaway

Tudor's decision to significantly reduce its Watsco holdings could signal a shift in investor sentiment around the HVAC distributor or broader market conditions, though the specific reasons remain unclear. Watsco's stock and institutional ownership will continue to be closely monitored as a barometer for the construction and HVAC industries.