Exploring the Latest 13F Filing and Investment Strategies
Arnold Van Den Berg (Trades, Portfolio) recently submitted the 13F filing for the first quarter of 2025, providing insights into his investment moves during this period. Since founding Century Management in 1974, Arnold Van Den Berg (Trades, Portfolio) has handily beaten all of the indices. Mr. Van Den Berg is a value investor, and considers himself a student of Benjamin Graham. Arnold applies value investment strategies as his investment philosophy. His investment research seeks to determine the appraised value of a company, often referred to as intrinsic value. Investments are then made at a significant discount, normally 40% to 65% below the company's current intrinsic value. This is his margin of safety. Arnold usually holds 35-40 companies when fully invested, and invests primarily in U.S. headquartered companies.
Summary of New Buy
Arnold Van Den Berg (Trades, Portfolio) added a total of 4 stocks, among them:
- The most significant addition was Schwab U.S. Large-Cap ETF (SCHX, Financial), with 22 shares, accounting for a total value of $490 million.
- The second largest addition to the portfolio was VanEck Uranium Nuclear Energy ETF (NLR, Financial), consisting of 216 shares, representing approximately a total value of $15,830.
- The third largest addition was Vanguard Mid-Cap Value ETF (VOE, Financial), with 1 share, accounting for a total value of $160.
Key Position Increases
Arnold Van Den Berg (Trades, Portfolio) also increased stakes in a total of 35 stocks, among them:
- The most notable increase was Dell Technologies Inc (DELL, Financial), with an additional 37,263 shares, bringing the total to 72,068 shares. This adjustment represents a significant 107.06% increase in share count, a 1.04% impact on the current portfolio, with a total value of $6,569,000.
- The second largest increase was Stanley Black & Decker Inc (SWK, Financial), with an additional 38,253 shares, bringing the total to 74,033. This adjustment represents a significant 106.91% increase in share count, with a total value of $5,691,690.
Summary of Sold Out
Arnold Van Den Berg (Trades, Portfolio) completely exited 11 holdings in the first quarter of 2025, as detailed below:
- Carter's Inc (CRI, Financial): Arnold Van Den Berg (Trades, Portfolio) sold all 136,340 shares, resulting in a -2.13% impact on the portfolio.
- Global X Uranium ETF (URA, Financial): Arnold Van Den Berg (Trades, Portfolio) liquidated all 7,206 shares, causing a -0.06% impact on the portfolio.
Key Position Reduces
Arnold Van Den Berg (Trades, Portfolio) also reduced positions in 51 stocks. The most significant changes include:
- Reduced Berkshire Hathaway Inc (BRK.B, Financial) by 14,948 shares, resulting in a -33.86% decrease in shares and a -1.95% impact on the portfolio. The stock traded at an average price of $486.15 during the quarter and has returned 5.64% over the past 3 months and 11.78% year-to-date.
- Reduced Brookfield Asset Management Ltd (BAM, Financial) by 80,668 shares, resulting in a -73.38% reduction in shares and a -1.26% impact on the portfolio. The stock traded at an average price of $54.51 during the quarter and has returned -0.83% over the past 3 months and 9.49% year-to-date.
Portfolio Overview
At the first quarter of 2025, Arnold Van Den Berg (Trades, Portfolio)'s portfolio included 102 stocks, with top holdings including 6.43% in Sprott Physical Gold Trust (PHYS, Financial), 5.92% in Exxon Mobil Corp (XOM, Financial), 4.76% in Berkshire Hathaway Inc (BRK.B), 4.01% in Diamondback Energy Inc (FANG, Financial), and 3.84% in EQT Corp (EQT, Financial).
The holdings are mainly concentrated in 9 of the 11 industries: Energy, Financial Services, Technology, Communication Services, Healthcare, Industrials, Basic Materials, Consumer Cyclical, and Real Estate.
This article, generated by GuruFocus, is designed to provide general insights and is not tailored financial advice. Our commentary is rooted in historical data and analyst projections, utilizing an impartial methodology, and is not intended to serve as specific investment guidance. It does not formulate a recommendation to purchase or divest any stock and does not consider individual investment objectives or financial circumstances. Our objective is to deliver long-term, fundamental data-driven analysis. Be aware that our analysis might not incorporate the most recent, price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative information. GuruFocus holds no position in the stocks mentioned herein.
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