Global Strategic Management Inc Q3 2020 vs. Q4 2020: A Deep Dive into the Fund Holdings

The Global Strategic Management Inc holds a diverse portfolio with a significant focus on precious metals and mining stocks. The data from Q3 2020 and Q4 2020 13F filings reveal noteworthy changes in the company's holdings. This article will delve into the most compelling differences in the issuer's name, option type, and the number and value of shares held.

One of the most significant changes was seen in Metalla Rty & Streaming Ltd (MTA). In Q3 2020, the company held 891,386 shares, while in Q4 2020, this number dropped to 810,326 shares, representing a 45% change in value. Additionally, Fortuna Silver Mines Inc (FVI.TO) gained a 29.5% increase in the number of shares held in the same period while Agnico Eagle Mines Ltd (AEM) saw a rise in its value of 9.5%.

In terms of new holdings, Mitsubishi UFJ Finl Group In (MUFG) was the most notable addition in Q4 2020, with the company reporting zero shares held in Q3 2020 and 135,500 shares in Q4 2020. Furthermore, Freeport-McMoran Inc (FCX) was completely absent from the Q3 2020 filing, but suddenly became a part of the company's portfolio in Q4 2020.

There were also some significant reductions in holdings. Notably, Barclays Bank PLC IPTH (VXX) saw a 25.1% decrease in the value of shares held by Global Strategic Management Inc, representing a loss of $419, thereby indicating a bearish stance on the part of the company. Moreover, Sprott Physical Silver Tr (PSLV) witnessed a 64.8% increase in value, while Sprott Physical Gold (PHYS) experienced the opposite, with a 53.2% decrease in value.

Furthermore, Gold Fields Ltd (GFI), GlaxoSmithKline Plc (GSK), and Kinross Gold Corp (K.TO) all saw a significant decrease in the number of shares held, with GFI also reporting a drop in the value of shares of 3.3%.

In conclusion, the Q3 2020 vs. Q4 2020 13F filings reveal some interesting changes in the stock holdings of Global Strategic Management Inc. While the company seems to be bullish on some of the mining stocks such as Fortuna Silver Mines Inc and Osisko Gold Royalties Ltd, it has taken a bearish stance on companies such as Barclays Bank PLC IPTH and Sprott Physical Gold. Moreover, new additions such as Mitsubishi UFJ Finl Group In and Freeport-McMoran Inc suggest that the fund managers are continuously looking for new investment opportunities.