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Western Standard LLC Takes Position in Bath & Body Works
Firm purchases $6.8 million stake in retailer
Published on Feb. 27, 2026
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Western Standard LLC purchased a new stake of 263,061 shares in Bath & Body Works, Inc. (NYSE:BBWI) during the third quarter, according to a recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The investment, valued at approximately $6.8 million, represents about 2% of Western Standard's portfolio.
Why it matters
This investment highlights continued institutional interest in Bath & Body Works, a leading specialty retailer focused on personal care and home fragrance products. The company has seen its stock price fluctuate in recent quarters, but remains an influential player in the consumer discretionary sector.
The details
According to the 13F filing, Western Standard LLC purchased 263,061 shares of Bath & Body Works stock in the third quarter. This stake represents approximately 0.13% of the company's outstanding shares. Bath & Body Works makes up around 2% of Western Standard's overall investment portfolio, making it one of the firm's top 10 holdings.
- Western Standard LLC filed the 13F disclosure for the third quarter of 2026.
The players
Western Standard LLC
An investment management firm that purchased a new stake in Bath & Body Works, Inc.
Bath & Body Works, Inc.
A leading specialty retailer focused on personal care, home fragrance, and complementary products.
The takeaway
This investment by Western Standard LLC underscores the continued institutional interest in Bath & Body Works, despite the retailer's recent stock price fluctuations. As a top-10 holding for the firm, the stake represents a sizable bet on the company's long-term growth potential within the consumer discretionary sector.
