LVW Advisors, LLC Q3 2023 vs. Q4 2023 13F Holdings Comparison

LVW Advisors, LLC, a renowned investment firm, has recently released its 13F Holdings Comparison report for the third and fourth quarters of 2023. This report highlights the changes in holdings of various funds during this period. In this blog post, we will analyze some of the key findings from the report to provide insights into the shifting landscape of investments.

One of the notable changes in holdings is the increase in shares of the "SCHWAB STRATEGIC TR" fund, ticker symbol SCHD. In the Q3 2023, the fund held 902,109 shares, with a value of $63,833,000. However, in the Q4 2023, the number of shares rose to 1,047,671, resulting in a value of $79,759,000. This represents a significant increase of 24.9% in shares and demonstrates a positive sentiment towards this fund.

Similarly, the "VANGUARD SCOTTSDALE FDS" fund, ticker symbol VONG, also witnessed an increase in shares. In the Q3 2023, the fund held 504,080 shares worth $34,499,000. In the subsequent quarter, the number of shares rose to 513,316, with a value of $40,048,000. This indicates a growth of 16.1% in shares and suggests a favorable outlook for this particular fund.

Another noteworthy change occurred in the "ISHARES TR" fund, ticker symbol STIP. While there were no shares held in this fund during the Q3 2023, there was a significant increase in the Q4 2023, with 289,492 shares and a value of $28,540,000. This represents a substantial shift and highlights the growing interest in this particular investment option.

Moving on, the "VANGUARD INDEX FDS" fund, ticker symbol VUG, experienced a slight decrease in shares. In the Q3 2023, the fund held 95,830 shares worth $26,095,000. However, by the Q4 2023, the number of shares declined to 89,564, with a value of $27,843,000. Despite the decrease in shares, this fund still maintained a positive growth rate of 6.7%.

In the technology sector, "APPLE INC" (AAPL) and "MICROSOFT CORP" (MSFT) showed interesting changes in their holdings. AAPL, in the Q3 2023, held 129,178 shares valued at $22,116,000. In the Q4 2023, the number of shares increased to 131,756, with a value of $25,367,000. This represents a 14.7% growth in shares and indicates the continued confidence in this tech giant. On the other hand, MSFT experienced a more modest increase. In the Q3 2023, the fund held 28,491 shares with a value of $8,996,000. By the Q4 2023, the number of shares rose to 29,083, with a value of $10,936,000. This represents a growth rate of 21.6% and suggests positive sentiment towards this tech company.

The report also highlights changes in holdings of various other funds, including "SCHWAB STRATEGIC TR" (SCHO), "SCHWAB STRATEGIC TR" (SCHG), and "VANGUARD SCOTTSDALE FDS" (VTWO). These funds experienced changes ranging from 5.5% to 32.3%, indicating potential shifting trends in the investment landscape during this period.

It's important to note that these changes in holdings reflect the strategies and decisions made by fund managers and investors. The data provided in the 13F Holdings Comparison report offers valuable insights into the current market trends and can serve as a reference for investors and financial analysts.

In conclusion, LVW Advisors, LLC's 13F Holdings Comparison report for the third and fourth quarters of 2023 sheds light on the changes in holdings of various funds during this period. It provides valuable insights into the shifting landscape of investments, highlighting both increases and decreases in shares, as well as potential trends in the market. This report is a valuable resource for investors and financial analysts looking to make informed decisions based on the latest market data.