Capital One Financial Corporation $COF Shares Sold by Calamos Advisors LLC

Calamos Advisors LLC trimmed its holdings in Capital One Financial Corporation (NYSE:COF) by 2.1% during the fourth quarter, according to the company in its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The fund owned 194,301 shares of the financial services provider’s stock after selling 4,231 shares during the period. Calamos Advisors LLC’s holdings in Capital One Financial were worth $47,091,000 as of its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

A number of other large investors have also recently added to or reduced their stakes in the business. Vanguard Group Inc. grew its stake in Capital One Financial by 0.3% in the 3rd quarter. Vanguard Group Inc. now owns 56,537,167 shares of the financial services provider’s stock valued at $12,018,671,000 after acquiring an additional 156,254 shares during the last quarter. Franklin Resources Inc. grew its stake in Capital One Financial by 12.8% in the 3rd quarter. Franklin Resources Inc. now owns 11,838,304 shares of the financial services provider’s stock valued at $2,516,587,000 after acquiring an additional 1,339,215 shares during the last quarter. Capital Research Global Investors grew its stake in Capital One Financial by 3.7% in the 3rd quarter. Capital Research Global Investors now owns 8,426,060 shares of the financial services provider’s stock valued at $1,791,264,000 after acquiring an additional 302,733 shares during the last quarter. Viking Global Investors LP grew its stake in Capital One Financial by 30.3% in the 3rd quarter. Viking Global Investors LP now owns 7,388,506 shares of the financial services provider’s stock valued at $1,570,649,000 after acquiring an additional 1,717,148 shares during the last quarter. Finally, Invesco Ltd. lifted its holdings in Capital One Financial by 0.5% in the 3rd quarter. Invesco Ltd. now owns 5,530,940 shares of the financial services provider’s stock valued at $1,175,767,000 after purchasing an additional 25,325 shares in the last quarter. 89.84% of the stock is owned by institutional investors and hedge funds.

Wall Street Analysts Forecast Growth

A number of research firms have issued reports on COF. TD Cowen reduced their target price on shares of Capital One Financial from $290.00 to $260.00 and set a “buy” rating on the stock in a report on Tuesday, March 31st. Wall Street Zen lowered shares of Capital One Financial from a “buy” rating to a “hold” rating in a report on Saturday, January 10th. Barclays upped their target price on shares of Capital One Financial from $226.00 to $250.00 and gave the company an “overweight” rating in a report on Wednesday. Royal Bank Of Canada reduced their target price on shares of Capital One Financial from $275.00 to $235.00 and set a “sector perform” rating on the stock in a report on Friday, April 10th. Finally, Citigroup upped their target price on shares of Capital One Financial from $290.00 to $310.00 and gave the company a “buy” rating in a report on Wednesday, December 31st. One analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, seventeen have given a Buy rating and five have assigned a Hold rating to the company. Based on data from MarketBeat.com, the stock has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average target price of $258.86.

Insider Activity at Capital One Financial

In other news, insider Neal Blinde sold 38,135 shares of the stock in a transaction dated Tuesday, February 24th. The shares were sold at an average price of $190.51, for a total transaction of $7,265,098.85. Following the transaction, the insider directly owned 33,551 shares in the company, valued at $6,391,801.01. This represents a 53.20% decrease in their position. The sale was disclosed in a legal filing with the SEC, which is available at this link. Also, insider Jason P. Hanson sold 3,729 shares of the stock in a transaction dated Wednesday, February 25th. The stock was sold at an average price of $205.00, for a total transaction of $764,445.00. Following the transaction, the insider owned 40,230 shares in the company, valued at approximately $8,247,150. The trade was a 8.48% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The disclosure for this sale is available in the SEC filing. In the last 90 days, insiders have sold 50,047 shares of company stock valued at $9,742,217. Insiders own 0.78% of the company’s stock.

Capital One Financial Price Performance

NYSE:COF opened at $191.43 on Friday. The firm has a market cap of $119.06 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 67.17, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 0.64 and a beta of 1.14. Capital One Financial Corporation has a 12-month low of $174.72 and a 12-month high of $259.64. The company has a current ratio of 1.03, a quick ratio of 1.04 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.46. The company’s 50-day moving average is $191.66 and its two-hundred day moving average is $213.88.

Capital One Financial (NYSE:COF) last announced its quarterly earnings data on Tuesday, April 21st. The financial services provider reported $4.42 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of $5.08 by ($0.66). The company had revenue of $15.23 billion for the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $15.68 billion. Capital One Financial had a return on equity of 10.59% and a net margin of 4.29%.The company’s revenue was up 52.3% on a year-over-year basis. During the same quarter in the previous year, the company earned $4.06 earnings per share. Research analysts expect that Capital One Financial Corporation will post 19.19 EPS for the current year.

Capital One Financial Dividend Announcement

The business also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Monday, March 2nd. Stockholders of record on Thursday, February 19th were issued a dividend of $0.80 per share. This represents a $3.20 annualized dividend and a dividend yield of 1.7%. The ex-dividend date was Thursday, February 19th. Capital One Financial’s dividend payout ratio is presently 112.28%.

Key Capital One Financial News

Here are the key news stories impacting Capital One Financial this week:

• Positive Sentiment: BTIG reaffirmed a “Buy” on COF, providing analyst support that can help stabilize investor sentiment. BTIG Research Reaffirms “Buy” Rating for Capital One Financial
• Positive Sentiment: Capital One finalized the Brex acquisition and a related share resale, expanding its commercial card/embedded finance footprint — strategic M&A that could boost long‑term revenue diversification. Capital One Finalizes Brex Acquisition and Share Resale
• Positive Sentiment: Capital One closed a small Hopper tech/employee deal in April as it pursues travel‑related product expansion — a targeted tuck‑in that could support growth in travel card offerings. Capital One Closed Hopper Tech and Employee Deal in April, Focuses on Travel Expansion
• Neutral Sentiment: Argus trimmed its price target to $250 but kept a “Buy” rating — a modest downgrade that still implies upside from current levels. Argus Adjusts Price Target to $250, Maintains Buy
• Neutral Sentiment: Several market writeups and stock‑selection lists are discussing COF’s valuation and whether the recent pullback creates a buying opportunity — these are commentary pieces that may influence sentiment but don’t change fundamentals immediately. 3 Stocks That Might Be Undervalued S&P 500 Stock Buy/Avoid Coverage
• Negative Sentiment: Capital One missed Q1 consensus: EPS of $4.42 vs. ~$5.08 expected and revenue slightly below estimates — a near‑term earnings disappointment that directly pressures the stock. Capital One Missed Earnings and Truist Cut Its Target
• Negative Sentiment: Truist trimmed its price target (to $255) after the earnings miss — analyst target cuts amplify selling pressure even if ratings remain “Buy.” Truist Lowers Price Target
• Negative Sentiment: A judge approved a $425M settlement over 360 Savings account claims; payouts and any related reserve charges are a one‑time P&L hit and a headline risk that weighs on near‑term sentiment. Judge Approves $425 Million Capital One Settlement

Capital One Financial Profile

Capital One Financial Corporation (NYSE: COF) is a diversified bank holding company headquartered in McLean, Virginia. The company’s core businesses include credit card lending, consumer and commercial banking, and auto finance. Capital One issues a wide range of credit card products for consumers and small businesses, and it operates deposit and digital banking services aimed at retail customers and small to midsize enterprises.

Products and services include credit and charge cards, checking and savings accounts (including the online-focused Capital One 360 platform), auto loans, and commercial lending solutions.