Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Group Reduces Stake in Masco Corporation

The institutional investor lowered its position in the construction company's stock by 3.5% in the fourth quarter.

Apr. 17, 2026 at 9:36am

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Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Group Inc. lowered its position in shares of Masco Corporation (NYSE:MAS) by 3.5% in the fourth quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the SEC. The institutional investor owned 472,655 shares of the construction company's stock, valued at $29,995,000 as of its most recent SEC filing.

Why it matters

Masco is a major player in the construction and home improvement industry, and changes in institutional ownership can signal shifts in market sentiment around the company's performance and outlook.

The details

Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Group Inc. sold 16,968 shares of Masco stock in the fourth quarter, reducing its total position to 472,655 shares. The institutional investor now owns about 0.23% of Masco's outstanding shares. Other major shareholders include State Street Corp, Boston Partners, and JPMorgan Chase & Co., all of whom have significant positions in the construction company.

  • Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Group Inc. filed its most recent 13F report with the SEC in the fourth quarter of 2026.
  • The institutional investor lowered its Masco position by 3.5% during the fourth quarter of 2026.

The players

Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Group Inc.

A major institutional investor that owns a stake in Masco Corporation.

Masco Corporation

A global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of branded home improvement and building products.

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The takeaway

The reduction in Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Group's Masco holdings, while relatively small, could signal a shift in institutional sentiment around the construction company's outlook. Investors will be watching to see if other major shareholders make similar moves in the coming quarters.