AutoZone Investor Trims Stake by Nearly 97%

Lawson Kroeker Investment Management Inc. NE reduces holdings in auto parts retailer

Apr. 4, 2026 at 10:13am

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Lawson Kroeker Investment Management Inc. NE, a financial management firm, has trimmed its holdings in AutoZone, Inc. (NYSE: AZO) by 96.9% during the fourth quarter, according to a recent SEC filing. The firm now owns just 172 shares of the company's stock, down from over 5,400 shares previously.

Why it matters

This significant reduction in Lawson Kroeker's AutoZone position suggests the investment firm may have concerns about the company's future performance or growth prospects, which could impact the stock price. AutoZone is a major player in the auto parts retail industry, so changes in large investor holdings can signal broader trends.

The details

According to the 13F filing, Lawson Kroeker Investment Management Inc. NE sold 5,324 shares of AutoZone stock during the fourth quarter. The firm's remaining position is valued at $583,000, down sharply from the previous quarter. AutoZone's stock price has fluctuated in recent months amid broader economic uncertainty, which may have factored into Lawson Kroeker's decision to trim its exposure.

  • Lawson Kroeker filed its 13F report for the fourth quarter of 2025 on April 4, 2026.
  • The firm reduced its AutoZone holdings during the fourth quarter of 2025.

The players

Lawson Kroeker Investment Management Inc. NE

A financial management firm that previously held a sizable position in AutoZone stock.

AutoZone, Inc.

A major retailer and distributor of automotive replacement parts and accessories, headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee

The takeaway

This reduction in a major investor's AutoZone holdings could signal broader concerns about the company's future performance and growth prospects, which may impact the stock price going forward. However, AutoZone remains a dominant player in the auto parts retail industry.