Royce & Associates Reduces Stake in Crane NXT

Investment firm sells nearly 38,000 shares of industrial technology company

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

Royce & Associates LP, an investment management firm, reduced its position in Crane NXT, Co. (NYSE:CXT) by 10.2% in the third quarter, according to a recent SEC filing. The firm sold 37,989 shares, leaving it with 333,400 shares, or about 0.58% ownership of the company.

Why it matters

Crane NXT is an industrial technology company that provides security, detection, and authentication solutions. Royce & Associates' reduction in its stake could signal a shift in the firm's investment strategy or outlook on the company's prospects.

The details

According to the filing, Royce & Associates now owns approximately 333,400 shares of Crane NXT, valued at $22.36 million as of the most recent quarter. The firm had previously owned 371,389 shares. Crane NXT's stock has seen some volatility in recent months, with shares trading between $41.54 and $69.00 over the past year.

  • Royce & Associates reduced its position in Crane NXT during the 3rd quarter of 2026.

The players

Royce & Associates LP

An investment management firm that focuses on small-cap and mid-cap stocks.

Crane NXT, Co.

An industrial technology company that provides security, detection, and authentication solutions for various industries.

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The takeaway

Royce & Associates' reduction in its Crane NXT stake could signal a shift in the firm's investment strategy or outlook on the company's prospects, though the reasons behind the move are not entirely clear from the available information.