BLB&B Advisors, LLC Q1 2023 vs. Q2 2023 13F Holdings Comparison

Investment decisions can make or break a portfolio. Every quarter, institutional investment managers with over $100 million in equity assets under management are required to disclose their holdings through a form known as 13F. This provides valuable insights into their investment strategies and can be used by other investors to inform their own choices.

BLB&B Advisors, LLC recently released its Q1 2023 and Q2 2023 13F holdings, revealing some interesting changes in their portfolio. Let's take a closer look at some of the key holdings and the percentage change in their value.

Vanguard Tax-Managed Funds (VEA) saw a 6.3% increase in shares held by BLB&B Advisors, LLC, from 1,829,683 in Q1 to 1,901,854 in Q2. The value of these shares also rose from $82,646,000 to $87,827,000.

Another notable change was in iShares TR (IJR), where the number of shares held by BLB&B Advisors, LLC increased by 9.6% from 756,628 to 804,528. The value of these shares rose significantly from $73,165,000 to $80,171,000.

The holdings of iShares TR (IVV), which invests in the broader U.S. stock market, also saw a significant increase. The number of shares held by BLB&B Advisors, LLC rose by 16.7% from 145,644 to 156,769, with the value of these shares increasing from $59,871,000 to $69,873,000.

One of the largest changes in holdings was in iShares TR (IJH), which tracks the S&P MidCap 400 Index. BLB&B Advisors, LLC increased its holding by a staggering 23.6%, from 225,758 to 267,053 shares. The value of these shares jumped from $56,475,000 to $69,829,000.

Vanguard International Equity Index Fund (VWO) also experienced a modest increase in holdings. BLB&B Advisors, LLC added 2.4% more shares, raising the total from 1,641,335 to 1,668,545. The value of these shares climbed from $66,309,000 to $67,876,000.

Apple Inc (AAPL), one of the most widely recognized technology companies, saw a 15.9% increase in shares held by BLB&B Advisors, LLC. The number of shares rose slightly from 311,727 to 307,251, with the value increasing from $51,403,000 to $59,597,000.

Microsoft Corp (MSFT) also experienced a 15.9% increase in shares, with BLB&B Advisors, LLC adding slightly more shares from 164,177 to 161,070. The value of these shares rose from $47,332,000 to $54,850,000.

While most holdings saw an increase in value, some experienced a slight decrease. Schwab Strategic Trust (SCHM) saw a 5.2% drop in shares held by BLB&B Advisors, LLC, from 701,165 to 634,745. The value of these shares declined from $47,574,000 to $45,085,000.

Overall, BLB&B Advisors, LLC made strategic adjustments in its portfolio during Q1 and Q2 2023, increasing its exposure to various funds and companies in line with its investment strategy. It will be interesting to see how these changes unfold in the coming quarters and how they will impact the overall performance of BLB&B Advisors, LLC.

Please note that the data mentioned above is based on publicly available information and does not constitute financial advice. Investing in the stock market carries risks, and it is essential to conduct thorough research or consult a financial advisor before making any investment decisions.