Abacus Planning Group, Inc. Q2 2023 vs. Q3 2023 13F Holdings Comparison

Abacus Planning Group, Inc. recently released its Q2 2023 and Q3 2023 13F holdings, providing insights into the firm's investment activity and portfolio changes. In this blog post, we will analyze the key changes in holdings and discuss the implications for investors.

DSTL: ETF SER SOLUTIONS

Let's start with DSTL, an ETF SER SOLUTIONS, which witnessed a notable increase in shares from Q2 2023 to Q3 2023. The number of shares held by Abacus Planning Group, Inc. rose from 1,027,875 to 1,114,144, marking a 6.9% increase. This significant uptick indicates the firm's growing interest in this particular ETF.

VTI: VANGUARD INDEX FDS

The holdings of VTI, a VANGUARD INDEX FDS, remained relatively stable during the comparison period, with a minor decrease of 0.5% in shares held. This indicates that Abacus Planning Group, Inc. has maintained its position in this Vanguard fund.

VBR: VANGUARD INDEX FDS

Similar to VTI, Abacus Planning Group, Inc. also maintained its position in VBR, another VANGUARD INDEX FDS. Although there was a slight decrease of 1.2% in shares, the overall impact on the portfolio was minimal.

VXUS: VANGUARD STAR FDS

VXUS, a VANGUARD STAR FDS, witnessed a 5.2% decrease in shares held by Abacus Planning Group, Inc. This reduction may suggest a shift in the firm's international investment strategy or a reallocation of assets into other funds.

AAPL: APPLE INC

Abacus Planning Group, Inc. slightly decreased its holdings in APPLE INC (AAPL) by 12.4%. This reduction could be a response to market conditions or a strategic decision to rebalance the portfolio.

UNP: UNION PAC CORP

The holdings of UNION PAC CORP (UNP) remained unchanged from Q2 2023 to Q3 2023, indicating that Abacus Planning Group, Inc. maintained its position in this rail transportation company.

AMZN: AMAZON COM INC

AMAZON COM INC (AMZN) also experienced a minor decrease in shares held by Abacus Planning Group, Inc. The 2.6% reduction may be due to various factors, including market dynamics or a reallocation of funds.

VOO: VANGUARD INDEX FDS

Abacus Planning Group, Inc. reduced its holdings in VANGUARD INDEX FDS (VOO) by 3.1%. This decision could be part of a broader strategy to diversify the portfolio or capitalize on other investment opportunities.

VEA: VANGUARD TAX-MANAGED FDS

In contrast to the overall trend, Abacus Planning Group, Inc. significantly increased its holdings in VANGUARD TAX-MANAGED FDS (VEA) by 14.2%. This move highlights the firm's confidence in the fund's performance and potential benefits to the portfolio.

SCHO: SCHWAB STRATEGIC TR

Abacus Planning Group, Inc. increased its holdings in SCHWAB STRATEGIC TR (SCHO) by 2.8%. This strategic decision could be based on market research and analysis of the fund's potential for growth.

Other Holdings

Aside from the mentioned holdings, Abacus Planning Group, Inc. also showed a substantial increase of 6,078 shares in DIMENSIONAL ETF TRUST (DFIS). This represents a 5.5% increase from Q2 2023 to Q3 2023.

Conclusion

Abacus Planning Group, Inc. has made various changes to its portfolio holdings in Q2 2023 and Q3 2023. While some positions remained stable, others experienced significant increases or decreases. These adjustments may reflect the firm's proactive investment strategy, response to market conditions, or reallocation of assets to optimize portfolio performance. As an investor, it is essential to stay informed about these changes to make informed decisions aligned with your own investment goals.