What smart money is saying about Capital One Financial Corp
7 funds in our archive have pitched Capital One Financial Corp — most recently Sequoia Fund in December 2025.
Capital One Financial Corporation operates as the financial services holding company for the Capital One Bank (USA), National Association; and Capital One, National Association, which provides various financial products and services in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. It operates through three segments: Credit Card, Consumer Banking, and Commercial Banking. The company accepts checking accounts, money market deposits, negotiable order of withdrawals, savings deposits, and time deposits. Its loan products include credit card loans; auto and retail banking loans; and commercial and multifamily real estate, and commercial and industrial loans. The company also offers credit and debit card products; online direct banking services; and treasury management and depository services. It serves consumers, small businesses, and commercial clients through digital channels, branches, cafés, and other distribution channels located in New York, Louisiana, Texas, Maryland, Virginia, New Jersey, and California. Capital One Financial Corporation was founded in 1988 and is headquartered in McLean, Virginia.
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Position history
Between Q4 2024 and Q2 2026, 2 fund letters reported a position in Capital One Financial Corp, with no move described.
| Quarter | Letters | Bought | Sold | Theses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q2 2026 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Q1 2026 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Q4 2025 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Q3 2025 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Q1 2025 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Q4 2024 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Fund activity · 2 positions
- HoldsSequoia Fund (Ruane Cunniff LP)June 2026
Listed in Sequoia Fund (Ruane Cunniff LP)’s reported holdings.
Read the letterCapital One Financial Corp - HoldsHarris Associates U.S. Large Value StrategyMarch 2026
“Capital One Financial was a detractor during the quarter.”
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Fund coverage · 7 theses
- Sequoia FundDecember 2025
Capital One benefits strategically and financially from acquiring Discover, enhancing scale and network economics, with attractive valuation at a low double-digit P/E.
Read the full thesis - Artisan Global Opportunities StrategyDecember 2025
Capital One is a scale consumer lender leveraging technology and AI, with the Discover deal enhancing payments economics and long-term growth potential.
Read the full thesis - Davis Opportunity FundDecember 2025
Capital One Financial is a diversified consumer finance and deposit-rich bank with attractive valuation and AI capabilities that can enhance profitability.
Read the full thesis - Davis Financial FundDecember 2025
Capital One Financial Corp. is a leading consumer financial services company with Discover synergy opportunities and an attractive sub-10x P/E supporting ~20% long-term returns on tangible capital.
Read the full thesis - Baron FinTech FundSeptember 2025
Capital One Financial Corporation is set to create significant value through its acquisition of Discover, leveraging its data-driven strategy and ownership of a competitive payment network to enhance earnings and growth opportunities.
Read the full thesis - Diamond Hill Large Cap FundMarch 2025
Capital One is a leading US credit card issuer poised for growth through its acquisition of Discover, despite regulatory challenges, as its strong technology platform positions it well for competitive card offerings.
Read the full thesis - Davis Financial FundDecember 2024
Capital One is a leading financial services company with a strong track record of growth and prudent credit management, currently holding significant excess capital that positions it for accelerated earnings growth.
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