Artisan Partners Reduces Stake in Sensata Technologies

Investment firm trims position in scientific and technical instruments company

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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Artisan Partners Limited Partnership decreased its stake in Sensata Technologies Holding N.V. (NYSE:ST) by 0.4% in the third quarter, according to a recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The investment firm now owns approximately 9.64% of Sensata Technologies, which is a global industrial technology company specializing in sensors and electrical protection solutions.

Why it matters

Artisan Partners is a major institutional investor, so changes in its portfolio can provide insights into market trends and investor sentiment around Sensata Technologies. The company serves a range of end markets, including automotive, industrial automation, and renewable energy, making it an interesting bellwether for the broader economy.

The details

According to the 13F filing, Artisan Partners sold 56,888 shares of Sensata Technologies in the third quarter, reducing its total position to 14,040,118 shares. The firm cited unspecified portfolio management decisions as the reason for the trim. Sensata Technologies' stock price has fluctuated in recent months, trading between $32 and $39 per share.

  • Artisan Partners filed its 13F report for the third quarter of 2026 on February 27, 2026.

The players

Artisan Partners Limited Partnership

A global investment management firm that provides a range of equity investment strategies to institutional and individual investors worldwide.

Sensata Technologies Holding N.V.

A global industrial technology company that designs, develops, and manufactures sensors and electrical protection solutions for a variety of end markets, including automotive, industrial, and renewable energy.

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The takeaway

The reduction in Artisan Partners' stake in Sensata Technologies suggests the investment firm may have concerns about the company's near-term prospects or broader economic conditions. However, Sensata Technologies remains a significant holding for Artisan, indicating the firm still sees long-term value in the stock.