Analyzing Valmark Advisers, Inc. Q3-Q4 2022 Holdings: Changes, Performance, and Implications for Investors

Valmark Advisers, Inc. Q3 2022 vs. Q4 2022 13F Holdings Comparison

Valmark Advisers, Inc. is a registered investment advisor that provides wealth management and investment advisory services to individual and institutional clients. As part of its investment strategy, the firm provides investment advice and management services to a number of investment funds. One of these is an exchange-traded fund (ETF) that invests in a diversified portfolio of securities.

In this blog post, we will take a closer look at the third-quarter (Q3) and fourth-quarter (Q4) 2022 holdings of the Valmark Advisers, Inc. ETF. We will examine the changes in holdings, the overall performance of the fund during the two quarters, and the potential implications of these changes for investors.

The Fund's Holdings

The Valmark Advisers, Inc. ETF's holdings are summarized in the table provided. The table lists the ticker symbol, issuer name, option type, number of shares held in Q3 and Q4 2022, and the value of the shares in thousands of dollars for each security.

The top holdings of the fund in Q3 2022 were VEA, SPYV, SPYG, VTIP, and SPMD. These securities accounted for a significant portion of the fund's overall holdings. In Q4 2022, the top holdings of the fund were VEA, SPYV, SPYG, VTIP, and SPSM. Although the overall composition of the fund did not change significantly between the two quarters, there were some notable shifts in the fund's asset allocation.

Changes in Holdings

The table shows that the Valmark Advisers, Inc. ETF reduced its holdings in a number of securities between Q3 and Q4 2022. The securities in which the fund reduced its position include VEA, SPYV, SPYG, VTIP, SPMD, VOO, VWO, SPSM, SPSB, HYLB, VGSH, VNQI, EMLC, VNQ, BSV, LQD, and FTCS.

On the other hand, the fund increased its holdings in some securities like CGDV, FBND, VTV, XOM, and DWM. It is worth noting that some of these changes were quite significant, such as the reduction of 48.2% in the fund's holdings of VOO and the 43.2% reduction in the holdings of LQD.

Performance of the Fund

The fund's overall performance during the two quarters was mixed. The performance of individual securities in the portfolio varied widely. Some securities, such as AAPL, saw significant declines in value, while others, such as CGDV, experienced substantial gains in value.

The overall value of the fund declined by 13.7% during the two quarters, from $13,056,186 in Q3 to $11,268,770 in Q4. This is likely due to a combination of the reduction in the fund's holdings and the decline in the value of some of the individual securities in the portfolio.

Implications for Investors

What do these changes in holdings and the fund's performance mean for investors? One implication is that the fund's managers are actively managing the fund's holdings. They are adjusting the fund's asset allocation based on their outlook for different sectors and individual securities.

Investors should also be aware that the performance of the fund can be affected by a variety of factors, including changes in market conditions, changes in interest rates, and changes in the underlying securities.

Investors who are considering investing in the Valmark Advisers, Inc. ETF should carefully examine the fund's investment strategy, its past performance, and its holdings before making any investment decision. They should also make sure that the fund is appropriate for their investment goals and risk tolerance.

Conclusion

The Valmark Advisers, Inc. ETF's holdings changed significantly between Q3 and Q4 2022. The fund reduced its holdings in a number of securities and increased its position in some others. The performance of the fund during the two quarters was mixed, with some individual securities experiencing significant gains or losses in value. Investors should carefully examine the fund's holdings and performance before considering an investment in the fund.