Kessler Investment Group LLC acquired a new position in shares of Robinhood Markets, Inc. (NASDAQ:HOOD – Free Report) in the fourth quarter, according to its most recent 13F filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The institutional investor acquired 28,103 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $3,178,000. Robinhood Markets accounts for 1.3% of Kessler Investment Group LLC’s portfolio, making the stock its 22nd largest position.
Other hedge funds and other institutional investors have also added to or reduced their stakes in the company. Caisse Des Depots ET Consignations purchased a new stake in shares of Robinhood Markets in the third quarter valued at about $3,984,000. Aberdeen Group plc increased its position in Robinhood Markets by 565.1% during the third quarter. Aberdeen Group plc now owns 185,538 shares of the company’s stock worth $26,565,000 after purchasing an additional 157,643 shares during the last quarter. Jennison Associates LLC purchased a new position in Robinhood Markets during the third quarter worth about $322,823,000. NEOS Investment Management LLC acquired a new position in Robinhood Markets in the 3rd quarter valued at about $11,994,000. Finally, New York Life Investment Management LLC acquired a new position in Robinhood Markets in the 3rd quarter valued at about $14,989,000. 93.27% of the stock is owned by hedge funds and other institutional investors.
Robinhood Markets Stock Performance
Robinhood Markets stock opened at $77.03 on Friday. The company’s 50 day simple moving average is $76.44 and its 200-day simple moving average is $100.98. Robinhood Markets, Inc. has a 1 year low of $53.74 and a 1 year high of $153.86. The company has a market capitalization of $69.35 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 37.21, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 2.49 and a beta of 2.29.
Wall Street Analyst Weigh In
HOOD has been the subject of a number of recent analyst reports. Cantor Fitzgerald restated an “overweight” rating and set a $110.00 price target on shares of Robinhood Markets in a report on Wednesday, April 29th. Morgan Stanley decreased their price objective on Robinhood Markets from $147.00 to $95.00 and set an “equal weight” rating on the stock in a report on Friday, April 10th. Zacks Research lowered Robinhood Markets from a “hold” rating to a “strong sell” rating in a research report on Wednesday, April 8th. Needham & Company LLC cut their target price on Robinhood Markets from $95.00 to $85.00 and set a “buy” rating for the company in a research note on Wednesday, April 29th. Finally, The Goldman Sachs Group reduced their target price on Robinhood Markets from $102.00 to $91.00 and set a “buy” rating on the stock in a research report on Thursday, March 26th. Eighteen equities research analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating, five have given a Hold rating and two have issued a Sell rating to the stock. According to data from MarketBeat.com, Robinhood Markets has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus target price of $107.88.
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Robinhood Markets News Roundup
Here are the key news stories impacting Robinhood Markets this week:
- Positive Sentiment: Robinhood’s prediction markets and event contracts are emerging as a potentially meaningful new growth engine, giving the company a foothold in a fast-growing market that could diversify revenue beyond crypto and core brokerage activity. Robinhood’s Next Big Growth Engine May Not Be Crypto. Here’s Why Prediction Markets Could Matter More.
- Positive Sentiment: Robinhood won SEC relief on its Form CRS requirements tied to Trump accounts, removing a potential compliance burden and reducing regulatory friction around a new product initiative. Robinhood Wins Form CRS Relief from SEC on Trump Accounts
- Neutral Sentiment: CEO Vlad Tenev’s comments that the law around sports prediction markets “maybe should be updated” suggest Robinhood sees long-term opportunity, but monetization and regulatory clarity are still uncertain. Robinhood CEO Vlad Tenev concedes Gary Gensler may have a point on sports prediction markets
- Neutral Sentiment: An insider sale of 10,000 shares by Daniel Martin Gallagher, Jr. may weigh on sentiment slightly, though the transaction was made under a pre-arranged 10b5-1 plan. Robinhood Markets insider selling alert
- Neutral Sentiment: Broader commentary continues to highlight Robinhood’s year-to-date underperformance versus peers, reflecting concerns about revenue durability and competitive positioning. Robinhood Is Down 30% in 2026 While Interactive Brokers Is Up 35%: Here’s Why
- Negative Sentiment: Competition in crypto trading is intensifying as E*Trade rolls out lower-fee direct crypto trading, which could pressure Robinhood’s transaction volumes and margins in a key business line. Robinhood Faces Cheaper Crypto Rival As Retail Venture Fund Expands Access
Insider Buying and Selling at Robinhood Markets
In related news, CEO Vladimir Tenev sold 375,000 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction on Monday, April 6th. The stock was sold at an average price of $69.83, for a total value of $26,186,250.00. Following the sale, the chief executive officer owned 375,000 shares in the company, valued at approximately $26,186,250. The trade was a 50.00% decrease in their position. The transaction was disclosed in a filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which can be accessed through this hyperlink. The transaction was executed under a pre-arranged Rule 10b5-1 trading plan. Also, insider Steven M. Quirk sold 8,540 shares of the stock in a transaction dated Wednesday, April 15th. The stock was sold at an average price of $84.93, for a total value of $725,302.20. Following the transaction, the insider directly owned 53,183 shares in the company, valued at approximately $4,516,832.19. The trade was a 13.84% decrease in their position. The disclosure for this sale is available in the SEC filing. The transaction was executed under a pre-arranged Rule 10b5-1 trading plan. Over the last 90 days, insiders sold 487,907 shares of company stock valued at $35,444,040. Corporate insiders own 14.47% of the company’s stock.
Robinhood Markets Company Profile
Robinhood Markets, Inc (NASDAQ: HOOD) is a U.S.-based financial services company best known for its mobile-first brokerage platform that aims to “democratize finance for all.” Founded in 2013 by Vladimir Tenev and Baiju Bhatt and headquartered in Menlo Park, California, the company built early traction by offering commission-free trading and a simplified user experience that attracted a large base of retail investors.
Robinhood’s core products and services include a mobile app and web platform for trading U.S.
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