Compass Group LLC Q3 2022 vs. Q4 2022: A Comparative Analysis of Investment Holdings

The 13F quarterly filings from the Securities and Exchange Commission provide valuable insight into the investment strategies of top asset management firms. In this article, we will delve into the changes in holdings of the Compass Group LLC Q3 2022 vs. Q4 2022 and analyze the key trends that emerged.

Vitru Ltd - A Sharp Increase in Shares

Compass Group LLC increased its stake in Vitru Ltd from 4529606 shares in Q3 to 5820182 shares in Q4, a 37.9% increase. This represents a significant bullish sentiment towards the company, and perhaps a belief that the market has undervalued it.

Geopark Ltd - Another Bullish Bet

Compass Group LLC also increased its stake in Geopark Ltd from 6863673 shares to 7525160 shares, a 44.4% increase. This demonstrates a bullish outlook on the company's prospects in the coming quarters.

MercadoLibre Inc - A Significant Decrease in Shares

One of the significant changes in the holdings of Compass Group LLC was the decrease in shares of MercadoLibre Inc from 23198 to 19570 during this period. This represents a -13.8% change, indicating that the company may not have met investor's expectations.

Vasta Platform Ltd - A Slight Decrease

Compass Group LLC also reduced its stake in Vasta Platform Ltd, with the number of shares decreasing from 3798544 to 4023818, while the VALUE ($000) decreased from 19942 to 16095, which amounts to -19.3%. This could be due to a shift in investment strategy or a change in the company's fundamentals.

Sociedad Quimica y Minera de - A Significant Decrease in Shares

Compass Group LLC reduced its stake in Sociedad Quimica y Minera de, with the number of shares decreasing from 165592 to 106073, which amounts to -43.6%. This decrease could be attributed to the recent slump in the lithium market or the belief that there are better opportunities elsewhere.

Petroleo Brasileiro SA Petro - A Decrease in Shares

The number of shares of Petroleo Brasileiro SA Petro held by Compass Group LLC decreased from 895353 in Q3 to 743660 in Q4, which amounts to -28.3%. This decrease could be attributed to the ongoing turbulence in the oil market or less favorable industry trends.

Intercorp Finl Svcs Inc - An Increase

Compass Group LLC kept its position in Intercorp Finl Svcs Inc steady, with the number of shares remaining unchanged at 20036. However, the VALUE ($000) increased from 402 to 470, which amounts to 17.1%. This suggests that the firm is optimistic about the company's future growth prospects.

Arcos Dorados Holdings Inc - A Full Sell-Off

Compass Group LLC sold off Arcos Dorados Holdings Inc during this period, with the number of shares decreasing from 105998 to 0, while the VALUE ($000) decreased from 773 to 0. This suggests that the company no longer believes that Arcos Dorados is poised for growth.

Overall, the changes in holdings of the Compass Group LLC Q3 2022 vs. Q4 2022 demonstrate a shift in focus towards bullish bets and an exit from companies that may not have met expectations. It remains to be seen if this investment strategy pays off in the coming quarters.