Barclays Boosts Stake in Ollie's Bargain Outlet

Institutional investor increases holdings in discount retailer by over 1,000%

Published on Mar. 10, 2026

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Barclays PLC has significantly increased its stake in Ollie's Bargain Outlet Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:OLLI), lifting its holdings by 1,059.9% in the third quarter according to a recent 13F filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The institutional investor now owns 365,722 shares of the company's stock, worth approximately $46.9 million.

Why it matters

Ollie's Bargain Outlet is a popular discount retailer known for its wide selection of brand-name merchandise at deeply discounted prices. Barclays' substantial investment in the company suggests the institutional investor sees strong growth potential in Ollie's business model and future performance.

The details

Barclays PLC purchased an additional 334,192 shares of Ollie's Bargain Outlet in the third quarter, bringing its total stake to 365,722 shares. This represents about 0.60% ownership of the company. Other institutional investors have also been increasing their positions in Ollie's, with Private Trust Co. NA, Assetmark Inc., Smartleaf Asset Management LLC, and MAI Capital Management all adding to their holdings in recent quarters.

  • Barclays PLC increased its stake in Ollie's Bargain Outlet during the 3rd quarter of 2026.

The players

Barclays PLC

A multinational investment bank and financial services company headquartered in London, England.

Ollie's Bargain Outlet Holdings, Inc.

An American discount retail chain that specializes in selling brand-name merchandise at deeply discounted prices.

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The takeaway

Barclays' substantial investment in Ollie's Bargain Outlet suggests the institutional investor sees strong growth potential in the discount retailer's business model and future performance, even as the broader market faces economic headwinds.