Renaissance Technologies's ZTS Position Overview
Renaissance Technologies (via Renaissance Technologies LLC) currently holds 256,900 shares of Zoetis Inc. (ZTS) worth $37.59 M, representing 0.05% of the portfolio. First purchased in 2013-Q4, this long-term strategic position has been held for 48 quarters.
Based on 13F filings since 2013, Renaissance Technologies has maintained a long-term strategic position in ZTS, representing a significant commitment to this investment thesis. Largest addition occurred in Q3 2018, adding 1.39 M shares. Largest reduction occurred in Q3 2017, reducing 808,500 shares.
Analysis based on 13F filings available since 2013 Q2
Renaissance Technologies's Zoetis (ZTS) Holding Value Over Time
Track share changes against reported price movement
Quarterly Zoetis (ZTS) Trades by Renaissance Technologies
| Period | Bought/Sold (Sh.) | % Change | Qtr. End Shares | Reported Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q4 2013 | +779,000 | New Buy | 779,000 | $32.69 |
| Q1 2014 | -615,697 | Reduce 79.04% | 163,303 | $28.94 |
| Q2 2014 | -163,303 | Sold Out | 163,303 | $0.00 |
| Q4 2014 | +650,500 | New Buy | 650,500 | $43.03 |
| Q1 2015 | +1.17 M | Add 180.21% | 1.82 M | $46.29 |
| Q2 2015 | -311,994 | Reduce 17.12% | 1.51 M | $48.22 |
| Q3 2015 | -624,600 | Reduce 41.34% | 886,200 | $41.18 |
| Q4 2015 | -602,800 | Reduce 68.02% | 283,400 | $47.92 |
| Q1 2016 | +1.13 M | Add 398.62% | 1.41 M | $44.33 |
| Q2 2016 | +464,400 | Add 32.86% | 1.88 M | $47.46 |
| Q3 2016 | -769,400 | Reduce 40.98% | 1.11 M | $52.01 |
| Q4 2016 | -248,100 | Reduce 22.39% | 860,000 | $53.53 |
| Q1 2017 | +271,700 | Add 31.59% | 1.13 M | $53.37 |
| Q2 2017 | +579,400 | Add 51.20% | 1.71 M | $62.38 |
| Q3 2017 | -808,500 | Reduce 47.25% | 902,600 | $63.76 |
| Q4 2017 | -627,500 | Reduce 69.52% | 275,100 | $72.04 |
| Q1 2018 | +75,800 | Add 27.55% | 350,900 | $83.51 |
| Q2 2018 | +321,900 | Add 91.74% | 672,800 | $85.19 |
| Q3 2018 | +1.39 M | Add 206.50% | 2.06 M | $91.56 |
| Q4 2018 | +236,275 | Add 11.46% | 2.3 M | $85.54 |
| Q1 2019 | +291,000 | Add 12.66% | 2.59 M | $100.67 |
| Q2 2019 | -237,400 | Reduce 9.17% | 2.35 M | $113.49 |
| Q3 2019 | -151,213 | Reduce 6.43% | 2.2 M | $124.59 |
| Q4 2019 | -292,484 | Reduce 13.29% | 1.91 M | $132.35 |
| Q1 2020 | -260,700 | Reduce 13.66% | 1.65 M | $117.69 |
| Q2 2020 | -412,362 | Reduce 25.03% | 1.24 M | $137.04 |
| Q3 2020 | -557,100 | Reduce 45.10% | 678,116 | $165.37 |
| Q4 2020 | -596,800 | Reduce 88.01% | 81,316 | $165.50 |
| Q1 2021 | +564,584 | Add 694.31% | 645,900 | $157.48 |
| Q2 2021 | -462,431 | Reduce 71.59% | 183,469 | $186.36 |
| Q3 2021 | +561,631 | Add 306.12% | 745,100 | $194.14 |
| Q4 2021 | -544,426 | Reduce 73.07% | 200,674 | $244.03 |
| Q1 2022 | +721,600 | Add 359.59% | 922,274 | $188.59 |
| Q2 2022 | +155,100 | Add 16.82% | 1.08 M | $171.89 |
| Q3 2022 | -514,974 | Reduce 47.80% | 562,400 | $148.29 |
| Q4 2022 | -338,626 | Reduce 60.21% | 223,774 | $0.15 |
| Q1 2023 | -223,774 | Sold Out | 223,774 | $0.00 |
| Q1 2024 | +575,100 | New Buy | 575,100 | $169.21 |
| Q2 2024 | -575,100 | Sold Out | 575,100 | $0.00 |
| Q2 2025 | +94,600 | New Buy | 94,600 | $155.95 |
| Q3 2025 | +162,300 | Add 171.56% | 256,900 | $146.32 |
Renaissance Technologies's Zoetis Investment FAQs
Renaissance Technologies first purchased Zoetis Inc. (ZTS) in Q4 2013, acquiring 779,000 shares, as reported in their 13F filing for that period. Note: Analysis reflects filings available since Q2 2013; earlier records may be incomplete.
Renaissance Technologies has held Zoetis Inc. (ZTS) for 48 quarters since Q4 2013. Note: Analysis reflects filings available since Q2 2013; earlier records may be incomplete.
Renaissance Technologies's largest addition to Zoetis Inc. (ZTS) was in Q3 2018, adding 2,062,100 shares worth $188.81 M. Note: Analysis reflects filings available since Q2 2013; earlier records may be incomplete.
According to the latest 13F filing for Q3 2025, Renaissance Technologies's firm, Renaissance Technologies LLC, owns 256,900 shares of Zoetis Inc. (ZTS), valued at approximately $37.59 M. Note: Analysis reflects filings available since Q2 2013; earlier records may be incomplete.
As of the Q3 2025 filing, Zoetis Inc. (ZTS) represents approximately 0.05% of Renaissance Technologies's publicly disclosed stock portfolio, making it one of their key holdings. Note: Analysis reflects filings available since Q2 2013; earlier records may be incomplete.
Renaissance Technologies's peak holding in Zoetis Inc. (ZTS) was 2,589,375 shares, as reported at the end of Q1 2019. Note: Analysis reflects filings available since Q2 2013; earlier records may be incomplete.