Statistically, small-cap tech cycles show sharp upswings after periods of consolidation, making AEYE a candidate for forecast upgrades if Q4 orders outperform. With an ownership of 15%, private equity firms are in a position to play a role in shaping corporate strategy with a focus on value creation. Sometimes we see private equity stick around for the long term, but generally speaking they have a shorter investment horizon and -- as the name suggests -- don't invest in public companies much. After some time they may look to sell and redeploy capital elsewhere. To track hedge funds' stock portfolios, check out Quiver Quantitative's institutional holdings dashboard. AEYE’s beta remains above 1.6, highlighting its volatility compared to the Nasdaq Composite. Investors factor this into short-term forecast risk management.