Mitsubishi UFJ Asset Management Increases Stake in Expeditors International

Asset management firm grows position in transportation logistics company by 6.7%

Mar. 3, 2026 at 12:55am

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Mitsubishi UFJ Asset Management Co. Ltd. increased its stake in Expeditors International of Washington, Inc. (NASDAQ:EXPD) by 6.7% in the third quarter, according to a recent SEC filing. The firm now owns 325,419 shares of the transportation company's stock, worth approximately $39.9 million.

Why it matters

Expeditors International is a major global logistics and freight forwarding company, and changes in institutional ownership can signal broader market sentiment around the stock. Mitsubishi UFJ Asset Management's increased stake suggests confidence in the company's performance and growth prospects.

The details

According to the filing, Mitsubishi UFJ Asset Management acquired an additional 20,387 shares of Expeditors International during the third quarter, bringing its total position to 325,419 shares. This represents about 0.24% of the transportation company's outstanding stock.

  • Mitsubishi UFJ Asset Management increased its stake in Expeditors International in the third quarter of 2026.

The players

Mitsubishi UFJ Asset Management Co. Ltd.

A Japanese asset management firm and subsidiary of Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group.

Expeditors International of Washington, Inc.

A global logistics and freight forwarding company headquartered in Seattle, Washington.

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The takeaway

Mitsubishi UFJ Asset Management's increased stake in Expeditors International suggests the asset manager sees growth potential in the transportation and logistics sector, particularly for a major player like Expeditors International that provides supply chain solutions for manufacturers, retailers, and technology companies globally.