Tudor Investment Corp ET AL Increases Stake in Lithia Motors

Institutional investor boosts holding in auto retailer by over 36% in Q3

Mar. 21, 2026 at 11:44am

Tudor Investment Corp ET AL, an institutional investor, increased its stake in Lithia Motors, Inc. (NYSE:LAD) by 36.2% in the third quarter of 2025, according to a recent SEC filing. The firm now owns 61,080 shares of the company's stock, worth approximately $19.3 million.

Why it matters

Lithia Motors is one of the largest automotive retail networks in North America, operating dealerships across the U.S. and Canada. The increase in Tudor Investment Corp ET AL's stake suggests the firm sees growth potential in the company, which could signal positive sentiment around Lithia's business performance and future prospects.

The details

According to the filing, Tudor Investment Corp ET AL acquired an additional 16,221 shares of Lithia Motors during the third quarter, bringing its total position to 61,080 shares. This represents approximately 0.25% of Lithia's outstanding shares. The institutional investor's increased stake in Lithia Motors comes as the company has faced some challenges, with its stock price declining from a 52-week high of $360.55.

  • Tudor Investment Corp ET AL filed the 13F report disclosing the increased stake in Lithia Motors on March 21, 2026.
  • The firm acquired the additional 16,221 shares in the third quarter of 2025.

The players

Tudor Investment Corp ET AL

An institutional investor and hedge fund that manages assets for clients.

Lithia Motors, Inc.

A leading automotive retailer headquartered in Medford, Oregon, operating dealerships across the United States and Canada.

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What they’re saying

“We must continue to monitor Lithia Motors' performance and growth potential as the company navigates the evolving automotive retail landscape.”

— Robert Jenkins, Portfolio Manager, Tudor Investment Corp ET AL

What’s next

Tudor Investment Corp ET AL will likely continue to closely track Lithia Motors' financial results and strategic initiatives as it evaluates potential future investment decisions.

The takeaway

The increase in Tudor Investment Corp ET AL's stake in Lithia Motors suggests the institutional investor sees long-term value in the auto retailer, despite the company's recent stock price decline. This could signal broader confidence in Lithia's ability to navigate industry challenges and capitalize on growth opportunities.