Analyzing Vicus Capital Q3 2022 vs. Q4 2022 13F Holdings: A Market Overview

As the third quarter of 2022 ended, Vicus Capital released its 13F filings revealing its holdings as of the end of the quarter. The filings showed that the fund held shares in a diverse portfolio of companies, including tech giants and bond ETFs. However, the Q4 filings showed some major changes in the fund's holdings. In this blog post, we will analyze Vicus Capital's Q3 2022 vs. Q4 2022 13F holdings and provide insight into the fund's strategies and decision-making processes.

ISHARES S&P 500 INDEX Remains Vicus Capital's Top Holding

The Q3 2022 filings revealed that Vicus Capital's top holding was in ISHARES S&P 500 INDEX, a fund that tracks the performance of the S&P 500 Index. The fund held 303,918 shares in the company with a value of $109,000. However, as of Q4 2022 filings, despite the fund increasing its share in the company by 7,881, the value of its holdings had increased by 9.9% to $119,796.

ISHARES CORE MSCI EAFE Witnesses a Decrease in Holdings

One of the most significant changes in Vicus Capital's holdings was in ISHARES CORE MSCI EAFE. As of Q3 2022, the fund held 1,340,462 shares in the company worth $70,602. However, as of Q4 2022, its holdings had decreased by 76,790 shares, and its value had increased by 7.6% to $75,981.

Vicus Capital's Diverse Portfolio Allows it to Withstand Market Volatility

One of the most notable things about Vicus Capital's holdings is its diverse portfolio, which includes both equity ETFs and fixed-income ETFs. The fund's top holdings in Q3 2022 also included ISHARES S&P SMALLCAP 600 ETF, ISHARES CORE S&P MID CAP ETF, and ISHARES AGGREGATE BOND ETF, among others. This diversification helps the fund to withstand market volatility and decreases its exposure to any specific company or sector.

FIDELITY MSCI FINANCIALS INDEX ETF Witnesses a Significant Increase in Holdings

Vicus Capital's Q4 2022 filings showed a significant increase in its holdings in FIDELITY MSCI FINANCIALS INDEX ETF. The fund increased its holdings by 143,993 shares, and the value of its holdings increased by 201.8% to $10,858. This increase could be a response to the positive outlook for the financial sector as oil prices continue to rise and the economy reopens.

Conclusion

Vicus Capital's Q4 2022 13F filings reveal some significant changes in its holdings. The fund's top holding, ISHARES S&P 500 INDEX, witnessed an increase in both shares and value. However, other holdings like ISHARES CORE MSCI EAFE and VANGUARD SHORT TERM CORP BD FD ETF witnessed a decrease in holdings. Despite these changes, the fund's diverse portfolio helps it to withstand market volatility while allowing it to take advantage of potential growth opportunities. As 2022 progresses, we can expect Vicus Capital to make further changes to its portfolio to ensure maximum returns for its investors.