Fort Washington Investment Advisors 13F: Cuts DV Stake by $41M

Fort Washington Investment Advisors cut its stake in DoubleVerify Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: DV) by 3,030,626 shares, reducing its holdings to 12,653 shares valued at about $170,689. This reduction reflects a 99.6% decrease in the investment firm’s position. The filing was disclosed on October 15, 2026, and it shows how substantial this position was within the fund's portfolio.

What Changed in Fort Washington Investment Advisors' DoubleVerify Position

Fort Washington trimmed its DoubleVerify stake by 3,030,626 shares, a 99.6% decrease, reducing its holdings from 3,043,279 shares to 12,653. This significant cut indicates a strategic shift in their investment in the company.

Other Institutional Activity in DoubleVerify

Several other institutional investors have maintained or adjusted their positions in DoubleVerify. Blackrock Inc. grew its holdings by 3,800,696 shares, ending with 23,152,508 shares worth about $312.3 million. Providence Equity Partners L.L.C. added 51,213 shares, bringing its total to 18,341,574 shares valued at approximately $247.4 million. Disciplined Growth Investors, Inc. increased its position by 5,780,968 shares, now holding 9,689,140 shares valued at about $130.7 million. Vanguard Portfolio Management LLC also raised its stake by 1,385,740 shares, now owning 8,941,574 shares worth about $120.6 million. Meanwhile, AQR Capital Management, LLC cut its holdings by 3,895,202 shares, reducing its total to 7,784,565 shares valued at approximately $105 million.

DoubleVerify Holdings, Inc. Stock Down 0.3%

The stock recently traded around $13.49 as of October 16, 2026. This price is above its 50-day moving average of approximately $13.36 and 20.6% above its 200-day average of about $11.19. However, the stock is 1.2% below its 52-week high of $13.65 and is significantly above its 52-week low of $7.64.

Recent Earnings

For the trailing twelve months, DoubleVerify reported revenue of approximately $768.8 million and an earnings per share (EPS) of $0.35. The company is scheduled to announce its next earnings on November 5, 2026.

Insider Buying and Selling at DoubleVerify Holdings, Inc.

Insider trading has been noted at DoubleVerify, with Andrew E. Grimmig, an officer of the company, selling 1,000 shares on three occasions throughout January to March 2026, at average prices ranging from $10.31 to $11.49. The total value of these transactions was around $33,510.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

Analysts have recently downgraded their ratings for DoubleVerify. On August 7, 2026, RBC Capital downgraded the stock to a 'Sector Perform' rating with a price target of $13.60, down from $14.00. Citizens also downgraded to 'Market Perform', while Truist Securities, Needham, and JP Morgan all adjusted their ratings to 'Hold' or 'Neutral', with JP Morgan setting a target of $13.60.

About DoubleVerify

DoubleVerify Holdings, Inc. provides platforms that measure and enhance media effectiveness. The company operates primarily in the United States and serves clients in the advertising sector. The recent changes in Fort Washington’s holdings reflect ongoing adjustments in investor sentiment and market conditions affecting the advertising industry.

Bottom Line

Investors should keep an eye on DoubleVerify as it prepares for its next earnings report on November 5, 2026. The recent significant cut by Fort Washington indicates a shift in investment strategy, and the firm’s 13F filing reflects its holdings as of the end of the reporting quarter, which may not represent the current position.