Sharkey, Howes & Javer Q1 2023 vs. Q2 2023 13F Holdings Comparison

The holdings of funds can provide valuable insights into the investment strategies and performance of different financial institutions. One of the ways to assess these holdings is by examining the 13F filings, which require institutional investors to disclose their positions in publicly traded companies. In this article, we will compare the Q1 2023 and Q2 2023 13F holdings of Sharkey, Howes & Javer to analyze the changes in their portfolio.

ISHARES TR (IVV)

In the first quarter of 2023, Sharkey, Howes & Javer held 197,529 shares of ISHARES TR (IVV), with a value of $81,200,000. However, in the second quarter, their holdings increased to 219,595 shares, with a value of $97,875,000. This represents a 20.5% increase in the number of shares held.

ISHARES TR (IUSB)

The holdings of ISHARES TR (IUSB) also witnessed a significant increase. In Q1 2023, Sharkey, Howes & Javer held 933,936 shares, valued at $43,101,000. By Q2 2023, their holdings had increased to 1,140,763 shares, with a value of $51,870,000. This represents a 20.3% increase in the number of shares held.

ISHARES TR (QUAL)

The holdings of ISHARES TR (QUAL) saw a substantial increase between Q1 2023 and Q2 2023. In the first quarter, Sharkey, Howes & Javer held 216,743 shares, valued at $26,890,000. However, in the second quarter, their holdings increased to 285,362 shares, with a value of $38,486,000. This represents a 43.1% increase in the number of shares held.

PACER FDS TR (GCOW)

Sharkey, Howes & Javer also made changes to their holdings in PACER FDS TR (GCOW). In the first quarter of 2023, they held 878,210 shares, with a value of $29,534,000. By the second quarter, their holdings had increased to 979,077 shares, valued at $32,456,000. This represents a 9.9% increase in the number of shares held.

ISHARES TR (ESGU)

The holdings of ISHARES TR (ESGU) decreased between Q1 2023 and Q2 2023. In the first quarter, Sharkey, Howes & Javer held 366,637 shares, valued at $33,162,000. However, in the second quarter, their holdings decreased to 314,324 shares, with a value of $30,634,000. This represents a 7.6% decrease in the number of shares held.

ISHARES TR (EFG)

Sharkey, Howes & Javer increased their holdings in ISHARES TR (EFG) between Q1 2023 and Q2 2023. In the first quarter, they held 205,329 shares, valued at $19,235,000. By the second quarter, their holdings had increased to 234,651 shares, with a value of $22,388,000. This represents a 16.4% increase in the number of shares held.

ISHARES TR (GOVT)

The holdings of ISHARES TR (GOVT) also witnessed a significant increase. In Q1 2023, Sharkey, Howes & Javer held 576,735 shares, valued at $13,484,000. By Q2 2023, their holdings had increased to 772,438 shares, with a value of $17,688,000. This represents a 31.2% increase in the number of shares held.

ISHARES TR (EFV)

Sharkey, Howes & Javer's holdings in ISHARES TR (EFV) saw a modest increase between Q1 2023 and Q2 2023. In the first quarter, they held 318,621 shares, with a value of $15,462,000. By the second quarter, their holdings had increased to 340,233 shares, valued at $16,650,000. This represents a 7.7% increase in the number of shares held.

ISHARES TR (MBB)

The holdings of ISHARES TR (MBB) also witnessed a slight increase. In Q1 2023, Sharkey, Howes & Javer held 160,582 shares, valued at $15,211,000. By Q2 2023, their holdings had increased to 176,473 shares, with a value of $16,458,000. This represents an 8.2% increase in the number of shares held.

SCHWAB STRATEGIC TR (SCHD)

However, not all holdings experienced growth. Sharkey, Howes & Javer's holdings in SCHWAB STRATEGIC TR (SCHD) decreased significantly. In the first quarter, they held 333,818 shares, with a value of $24,422,000. By the second quarter, their holdings had decreased to 175,638 shares, valued at $12,754,000. This represents a 47.8% decrease in the number of shares held.

Conclusion

The comparison of Q1 2023 and Q2 2023 13F holdings of Sharkey, Howes & Javer reveals some interesting changes in their investment portfolio. While some holdings witnessed significant increases, others experienced decreases. These changes indicate a dynamic investment strategy, with the firm adjusting its positions based on market conditions and opportunities. Investors can use this information to gain insights into the investment decisions of Sharkey, Howes & Javer and make informed decisions for their own portfolios.