Monitor for any future conversion to a 13D filing, which would signal activist intent. For now, the passive designation and increased stake suggest Wasatch sees value at current levels.
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Executive Summary
Wasatch Advisors LP filed an amended Schedule 13G disclosing a 12.4% passive stake in XPEL, Inc. as of September 30, 2026, up from a prior filing. The increase signals growing conviction from a significant institutional holder.
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Key Facts
- Wasatch Advisors LP reported beneficial ownership of 3,431,038 shares of XPEL common stock, representing 12.4% of shares outstanding.
- The filing is an amendment to a prior Schedule 13G, indicating a change in stake.
- The filing explicitly certifies passive intent under Rule 13d-1(b), with no activist purpose.
Financial Impact
Wasatch Advisors LP holds 12.4% of XPEL, a material passive stake increase. No transaction values disclosed.
Risk Factors
- Wasatch could reduce its stake in the future, creating selling pressure.
- The passive certification could be amended to activist (13D) if circumstances change.
Documents Analyzed
This report is based on 3 SEC documents filed with EDGAR.
| Document | Accession Number |
|---|---|
| SC 13G/A Filing (Primary) | 0000814133-26-000134 |
| Document: 0000814133-26-000134-index.html | 0000814133-26-000134 |
| Document: 0000814133-26-000134.txt | 0000814133-26-000134 |
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| Type | Now | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Oct 9, 2026 17d ago | SC 13G/A | $44.15 | awaiting T+60 | — | $42.40 (−3.96%) |
Aug 5, 2026 11w ago | 8-K | $50.29 | awaiting T+60 | — | $42.40 (−15.69%) |
Feb 25, 2026 34w ago | 8-K | $45.06 $43.73 | ▼ −2.95% | ▼ −10.70% | $42.40 (−5.90%) |
Feb 25, 2026 34w ago | 8-K | $47.01 $45.21 | ▼ −3.83% | ▼ −10.78% | $42.40 (−9.81%) |
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