Scharf Investments Reduces Visa Stake by 9.1%

Institutional investor sells 40,300 shares of credit card processor's stock

Apr. 3, 2026 at 9:54am

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Scharf Investments LLC, an institutional investor, reduced its stake in Visa Inc. (NYSE:V) by 9.1% during the fourth quarter, according to a recent SEC filing. The firm now owns 403,573 shares of the credit card processor's stock, valued at $141,541,000.

Why it matters

Visa is one of the world's largest payment networks, and changes in institutional ownership can signal shifts in investor sentiment around the company's performance and future prospects. This reduction in Scharf Investments' Visa holdings is noteworthy, as the stock accounts for a significant portion of the firm's portfolio.

The details

According to the SEC filing, Scharf Investments sold 40,300 shares of Visa stock during the fourth quarter. The firm now owns 403,573 shares, which represent approximately 3.8% of its total portfolio. Visa is the firm's 9th largest holding.

  • Scharf Investments reduced its Visa stake during the fourth quarter of 2025.

The players

Scharf Investments LLC

An institutional investor that manages a portfolio of stocks, including a significant position in Visa Inc.

Visa Inc.

A global payments technology company that facilitates electronic funds transfers and digital commerce.

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The takeaway

This reduction in Scharf Investments' Visa holdings could signal a shift in investor sentiment around the credit card processor's performance and future prospects, though the reasons behind the firm's decision are not entirely clear. As a major player in the payments industry, changes in Visa's institutional ownership are worth monitoring for insights into broader market trends.