Vanguard Capital Management Files 13G, Shows 7.5% Stake in Keysight
Vanguard Capital Management LLC disclosed a 7.5% passive ownership stake in Keysight Technologies Inc., filing a Schedule 13G on April 30, 2026. The filing signals continued confidence from one of the world’s largest asset managers in the test‑and‑measurement leader’s growth trajectory.
Vanguard Capital Management LLC, together with its affiliated entities—including Vanguard Asset Management Limited, Vanguard Fiduciary Trust Company, Vanguard Global Advisers, LLC, and Vanguard Investments Australia Ltd.—beneficially owns 12,862,933 shares of Keysight Technologies (CUSIP 49338L103), representing 7.5% of the company’s outstanding common stock. The filing, made under Rule 13d‑1(b) as a passive investor, reports sole dispositive power over the entire stake and no shared voting power, confirming that Vanguard does not intend to influence corporate governance.
The disclosure comes as Keysight’s shares trade at $348.50, up 3.89% on the day, outpacing the S&P 500’s 0.93% gain. The stock sits near the top of its 52‑week range (approximately 92% of the high) and enjoys a robust RSI of 62, suggesting continued momentum. Over the past week the price has slipped 1.0%, but the year‑to‑date return remains an impressive +65.1%, underscoring the market’s bullish view of the company’s positioning in high‑growth sectors such as 5G, automotive electronics, and cloud‑based test solutions.
Vanguard’s filing is an initial 13G submission, indicating that the stake was newly acquired or previously unreported. While the filing notes that no other person’s interest exceeds 5%, the size of Vanguard’s holding places it among the top institutional shareholders, potentially reinforcing Keysight’s appeal to other passive funds and index trackers.
Analysts have highlighted that Vanguard’s continued accumulation aligns with Keysight’s recent product rollouts and strategic acquisitions aimed at expanding its software‑driven testing portfolio. The filing does not imply any activist agenda, but it does add a layer of credibility to the company’s growth narrative as it navigates a competitive landscape.
The filing was made on March 31, 2026, and is accessible via the SEC’s EDGAR system under accession number 0002100119-26-000750.
Financial Details
| Ownership Pct | 7.5% |
| Shares Held | 12862933 |
| Beneficial Owner | Vanguard Capital Management LLC |
| Owner Type | institution |
| Filing Subtype | initial |
| Investor Type | passive |
Key Takeaways
- Vanguard Capital Management reports a 7.5% passive stake in Keysight, amounting to 12.86 million shares.
- The filing is a Schedule 13G, confirming Vanguard’s intent to remain a non‑activist, passive investor.
- Keysight’s stock is up 3.89% on the day, near its 52‑week high, with a strong YTD gain of 65.1%.
- No other shareholder exceeds a 5% holding, making Vanguard one of the largest institutional owners.
- The disclosure may bolster confidence among other passive funds tracking Keysight’s performance.