Eagle Capital Management Reduces $399M in AerCap Holdings N.V. ($AER)

Eagle Capital Management has reduced its stake in AerCap Holdings N.V. (NYSE: AER) by about 28% as of its latest SEC filing. The fund sold 2,854,596 shares, leaving it with 7,315,306 shares valued at approximately $1.02 billion.

What Changed in Eagle Capital Management's AerCap Holdings Position

Eagle Capital Management cut its holding in AerCap Holdings from 10,169,902 shares down to 7,315,306 shares. This reduction of 2,854,596 shares represents a 28% decrease in their position, reflecting a significant trim in their stake.

Other Institutional Activity in AerCap Holdings

BlackRock, Inc. increased its stake in AerCap Holdings by 371,468 shares, finishing the period with 12,938,190 shares worth about $1.77 billion. Harris Associates L.P. added 61,142 shares, bringing its total to 5,901,622 shares valued at $809.6 million. Meanwhile, State Street Corp slightly trimmed its holdings by 18,669 shares, resulting in a total of 5,093,957 shares worth $698.8 million. Price T Rowe Associates Inc. reduced its stake by 84,219 shares, holding 4,098,282 shares valued at $562.2 million. Franklin Resources Inc. increased its position by 373,341 shares, totaling 3,789,356 shares worth $519.8 million.

AerCap Holdings Stock Snapshot

Shares of AerCap Holdings (NYSE: AER) are trading around $139.61. The company has a market capitalization of approximately $22.08 billion and a P/E ratio of 6.15. AerCap's stock has a 52-week low of $105.65 and a high of $154.94, with a 50-day moving average of $141.17 and a 200-day moving average of $136.58. It has a beta of 0.941, indicating slightly less volatility than the market.

Recent Earnings

AerCap Holdings reported revenue of $8.68 billion, reflecting a growth of 7.9%. The company's net margin stands at 45.22%, with a return on equity of 22.06%. Earnings per share were $22.78. The next earnings report is expected on April 29, 2026.

Dividend

AerCap Holdings pays an annual dividend rate of $1.60, yielding 1.16% with a payout ratio of 5.31%.

Insider Buying and Selling at AerCap Holdings N.V.

On May 8, 2026, insider Robert Warden sold 2,934 shares and bought 480 shares. CFO Peter Juhas sold 76,000 shares at an average price of $144.72 on May 12, 2026. General Counsel Vincent Drouillard sold 4,504 shares at $150 each on May 7, 2026, and CEO Aengus Kelly sold 50,000 shares at $148.83 on May 6, 2026.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

On April 30, 2026, JP Morgan maintained its 'buy' rating with a price target of $155. TD Cowen also kept a 'buy' rating, setting a target of $175. Morgan Stanley maintained a 'hold' rating with a $155 target. Barclays continued its 'buy' rating with a $164 target. AerCap has a strong buy consensus with an average target price of $165.50 from eight analysts.

About AerCap Holdings

AerCap Holdings N.V. is a global leader in aircraft leasing and finance, headquartered in Dublin, Ireland. The company leases, finances, and manages commercial flight equipment, including aircraft and engines. AerCap serves various markets, including the United States and China, providing asset management and corporate administrative services. Led by CEO Aengus Kelly, AerCap employs approximately 668 people.

Bottom Line

Eagle Capital Management's substantial reduction in AerCap Holdings reflects a shift in its investment strategy. Investors keep a close eye on such filings for insights into fund managers' views. Remember, 13F filings are historical and may not represent the current position.