TIAA Cref Investment Management's Q4 2018 vs. Q1 2019 Holdings Comparison: Which Stocks Changed the Most?

TIAA Cref Investment Management is a well-known financial institution that manages assets totaling over $1 trillion. The company is responsible for providing investment solutions and services to millions of people worldwide. Every quarter, TIAA Cref Investment Management makes a report on the holdings of its 13F portfolio. In this article, we will analyze the changes in holdings of TIAA Cref Investment Management LLC's Q4 2018 vs. Q1 2019 13F Holdings Comparison.

Microsoft Corp (MSFT)

Microsoft Corp has always been a favorite of TIAA Cref Investment Management. However, the report shows that its holdings decreased by 7.7%, from 46,158,156 to 43,073,917 shares. The value of TIAA Cref Investment Management's holdings in Microsoft also decreased by 7.9%, from $4.6 billion to $5.1 billion.

Apple Inc (AAPL)

The report shows that TIAA Cref Investment Management increased its holdings in Apple Inc by 2.8%, from 24,418,134 to 25,105,851 shares. Moreover, the value of TIAA Cref Investment Management's holdings in Apple increased by 23.8%, from $3.9 billion to $4.8 billion.

Amazon.com Inc (AMZN)

TIAA Cref Investment Management's holdings in Amazon.com Inc decreased by 1.1%, from 2,490,263 to 2,461,994 shares. However, the value of its holdings in Amazon.com Inc increased by 17.2%, from $3.7 billion to $4.4 billion.

Alphabet Inc (GOOG)

The report shows that TIAA Cref Investment Management increased its holdings in Alphabet Inc by 6.7%, from 2,262,766 to 2,414,897 shares. Moreover, the value of its holdings in Alphabet Inc increased by 20.9%, from $2.3 billion to $2.8 billion.

Facebook Inc (META)

TIAA Cref Investment Management's holdings in Facebook Inc increased by 11.0%, from 14,526,273 to 16,118,045 shares. Moreover, the value of its holdings in Facebook Inc increased by 41.1%, from $1.9 billion to $2.7 billion.

Visa Inc (V)

TIAA Cref Investment Management decreased its holdings in Visa Inc by 3.6%, from 13,352,947 to 12,874,781 shares. However, the value of its holdings in Visa Inc increased by 14.1%, from $1.8 billion to $2.0 billion.

Salesforce.com Inc (CRM)

TIAA Cref Investment Management increased its holdings in Salesforce.com Inc by 1.4%, from 10,744,897 to 10,895,170 shares. Moreover, the value of its holdings in Salesforce.com Inc increased by 17.2%, from $1.5 billion to $1.7 billion.

Mastercard Inc (MA)

The report shows that TIAA Cref Investment Management increased its holdings in Mastercard Inc by 3.3%, from 6,345,166 to 6,552,005 shares. Moreover, the value of its holdings in Mastercard Inc increased by 28.9%, from $1.2 billion to $1.5 billion.

Johnson & Johnson (JNJ)

TIAA Cref Investment Management increased its holdings in Johnson & Johnson by 2.6%, from 10,098,529 to 10,357,422 shares. However, the value of its holdings in Johnson & Johnson increased only by 11.1%, from $1.3 billion to $1.4 billion.

Cisco Systems Inc (CSCO)

TIAA Cref Investment Management decreased its holdings in Cisco Systems Inc by 8.9%, from 29,275,686 to 26,650,687 shares. However, the value of its holdings in Cisco Systems Inc increased by 13.4%, from $1.3 billion to $1.4 billion.

Conclusion

Overall, the report shows that TIAA Cref Investment Management increased its holdings in some companies and decreased them in others. However, the values of most of its holdings increased, showing that the companies TIAA Cref Investment Management invests in are performing well. It is important to note that this report only covers a small percentage of TIAA Cref Investment Management's total assets. But it still serves as an indicator of the company's investment strategy. If you are thinking of investing, it is wise to do your own research and consult with professional advisors to make informed investment decisions.