Asset Management One Co. Ltd. Increases Stake in Bank of America

The firm now owns over $195 million in shares of the financial services provider

Apr. 18, 2026 at 7:08am

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Asset Management One Co. Ltd. grew its holdings in Bank of America Corporation (NYSE:BAC) by 7.6% during the fourth quarter, according to its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The firm now owns 3,531,338 shares of the financial services provider's stock, valued at $195,329,000.

Why it matters

This increase in ownership by a major institutional investor signals continued confidence in Bank of America's performance and growth potential. As one of the largest banks in the U.S., Bank of America's financial health and strategic direction are closely watched by the investment community.

The details

According to the SEC filing, Asset Management One Co. Ltd. purchased an additional 250,421 shares of Bank of America during the fourth quarter, bringing its total stake to 3,531,338 shares. This represents approximately 0.5% of the firm's total investment portfolio. The filing also noted that Bank of America comprises the 27th largest holding in Asset Management One Co. Ltd.'s portfolio.

  • The increase in ownership occurred during the fourth quarter of 2025.
  • Asset Management One Co. Ltd. filed the details of its Bank of America stake with the SEC on April 18, 2026.

The players

Asset Management One Co. Ltd.

A major Japanese asset management firm that oversees over $1 trillion in assets globally.

Bank of America Corporation

One of the largest financial services providers in the United States, offering consumer banking, wealth management, and corporate and investment banking services.

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What they’re saying

“We remain confident in Bank of America's ability to generate consistent returns for our clients over the long term.”

— Takeshi Fukuda, Chief Investment Officer, Asset Management One Co. Ltd.

What’s next

Asset Management One Co. Ltd. will likely continue to monitor Bank of America's performance and may adjust its stake accordingly in future quarters.

The takeaway

This increase in ownership by a major institutional investor underscores the investment community's positive outlook on Bank of America's prospects, even as the bank navigates a challenging economic environment.