Aldebaran Capital Q2 2026: Major Purchases in LKQ and EWJV, Reductions in Energy Stocks
Aldebaran Capital's portfolio analysis for the second quarter of 2026 reveals significant buying activity in LKQ Corp (LKQ) and an ETF holding (EWJV), alongside reductions in several energy sector stocks including Occidental Petroleum (OXY).
According to insider filing data from Insiderset, Aldebaran Capital LLC demonstrated notable investment activity during the second quarter of 2026. The analysis shows that the investor focused on specific changes within its portfolio rather than broad shifts.
The most significant purchase was observed in LKQ Corp (LKQ). This position saw a substantial increase, with holdings rising by over 54,000 shares representing approximately a 54.67% quarter-over-quarter change. LKQ is categorized under Consumer Cyclical stocks.
Another major buying activity was detected in EWJV, which refers to the iShares Core MSCI Japan Value ETF (EWJV). This holding experienced an extraordinary increase of nearly 50,000 shares during the quarter. EWJV is a Japanese equity-focused exchange-traded fund.
In contrast to these additions, Aldebaran Capital reduced its exposure in several key holdings during Q2 2026. Notably, Occidental Petroleum (OXY) saw its share count decrease by over 20,000 shares (-13.52%), resulting in a significant reduction of approximately 4.86% from its previous quarter allocation.
Other reductions were observed across the portfolio: Aclaris Therapeutics Inc (ACRS) experienced a slight share decrease (-1.1%) and position shrinkage, Berkshire Hathaway Inc B (BRK-B) saw modest reduction (-3.31%), Bunge Limited (BG) decreased by 1.45%, and Bank of America Corp (BAC) reduced its stake by -2.3%.
Furthermore, the investor exited or significantly scaled down positions in several other stocks during this period including Sirius XM Holdings Inc (SIRI), SunCOR Energy Inc (SU), Centaurus Alumina Inc (CENX), AMYLYNX Pharmaceuticals Inc (AMLX), and Atea Pharmaceuticals Inc (AVIR). These reductions, while varying in magnitude, indicate a strategic shift away from these specific holdings.
Aldebaran Capital's portfolio continues to be diversified across various sectors. The investor holds positions totaling approximately 34 stocks as of June 2026, with the largest sector allocation remaining concentrated in Financial Services at around 25% followed by Healthcare and Energy.