The Rise and Fall: A Look at the Stockbridge Partners LLC's Q3 and Q4 2022 Holdings

It's no secret that the world of investing can be unpredictable, and Stockbridge Partners LLC's latest 13F filings prove just that. The Q3 2022 filings show one set of numbers, only to have those numbers change drastically by the time Q4 2022 came around. In this blog post, we'll analyze the changes in holdings of the fund and what they could mean for the future.

Introduction

For those unfamiliar with 13F filings, they are quarterly reports that institutional investors, like Stockbridge Partners LLC, must file with the Securities and Exchange Commission. These filings reveal the funds' stocks, bonds, and other securities and can provide valuable insight into investors' strategies.

In Q3 2022, Stockbridge Partners LLC's 13F filing showed a portfolio worth $2.7 billion with the majority of the holdings in technology, specifically TransDigm Group Inc (TDG) and Microsoft Corp (MSFT). However, by the time Q4 2022 came around, the portfolio value dropped to $2.2 billion, and the holdings had shifted significantly.

Main Body

Let's take a closer look at some of the biggest changes in Stockbridge Partners LLC's Q3 2022 and Q4 2022 holdings.

TransDigm Group Inc (TDG)

TDG was the top holding in Q3 2022, with Stockbridge Partners LLC holding 1.6 million shares worth $840,944. By Q4 2022, the number of shares held stayed the same, but the value increased to $1,008,918, a 20% increase. This suggests that the fund still has confidence in this technology manufacturing company, even as the market experiences volatility.

Microsoft Corp (MSFT)

In Q3 2022, Stockbridge Partners LLC held 1.68 million shares of Microsoft worth $391,468. By Q4 2022, the number of shares had increased to 1.74 million, with a total value of $417,253, a 6.6% increase. This suggests that the fund believes Microsoft is still a strong long-term investment.

Amazon.com Inc. (AMZN)

In Q3 2022, Amazon was one of the largest holdings for Stockbridge Partners LLC, with the fund holding 3.48 million shares worth $393,264. However, by Q4 2022, the number of shares held had increased to 3.6 million, but the value decreased to $302,572, a 23.1% decrease. This is a significant change, and it's possible that Stockbridge Partners LLC is now rethinking their investment in the e-commerce giant.

Uber Technologies Inc (UBER)

Perhaps the most significant changes occurred with Uber, with Stockbridge Partners LLC holding 3.8 million shares worth $100,973 in Q3 2022. By Q4 2022, the number of shares the fund held had more than doubled to 7.8 million, with a total value of $193,563, a 91.7% increase. This suggests that Stockbridge Partners LLC sees promise in Uber's future growth potential.

Conclusion

Stockbridge Partners LLC's Q3 and Q4 2022 13F filings provide a snapshot of where the fund's investments stand. While some holdings remained steady, others experienced significant changes. It's essential to note that 13F filings don't tell the whole story and don't necessarily indicate the fund's complete investment strategy. As always, it's essential to do thorough research before making any investment decisions.