Carlson Capital Management Q3 2023 vs. Q4 2023 13F Holdings Comparison

Introduction:

In the world of finance, the ability to track and analyze investment holdings is crucial. This is where the Form 13F comes in. Filed by institutional investment managers with at least $100 million in qualifying assets under management, the 13F provides valuable insights into the holdings of these institutions. In this article, we will compare the 13F holdings of Carlson Capital Management in the third and fourth quarters of 2023, uncovering the changes in their portfolio during this period.

DSTL - ETF SER SOLUTIONS:

One of the noteworthy changes in Carlson Capital Management's portfolio was the increase in their holdings of DSTL, an ETF by SER SOLUTIONS. In Q3 2023, they held 7,021,542 shares, with a value of $313,441,000. However, in Q4 2023, their holdings increased to 7,156,545 shares, with a value of $353,318,000. This represents a 12.7% change in shares and a significant increase in value. This decision reflects Carlson Capital Management's confidence in DSTL's performance and prospects.

VCSH - VANGUARD SCOTTSDALE FDS:

Another interesting change in Carlson Capital Management's portfolio was their increased holdings in VCSH, a fund by VANGUARD SCOTTSDALE FDS. In Q3 2023, they held 2,437,813 shares, valued at $183,201,000. By the end of Q4 2023, their holdings had increased to 2,529,027 shares, with a value of $195,670,000. This indicates a 6.8% increase in shares and a positive outlook on VCSH's future performance.

DIHP - DIMENSIONAL ETF TRUST:

DIMENSIONAL ETF TRUST's DIHP also witnessed a significant increase in holdings by Carlson Capital Management. In Q3 2023, they held 4,625,751 shares, valued at $107,271,000. However, by the end of Q4 2023, their holdings had risen to 5,120,762 shares, with a value of $131,398,000. This represents a substantial 22.5% increase in shares and suggests Carlson Capital Management's confidence in the trust's potential growth.

BSV - VANGUARD BD INDEX FDS:

Carlson Capital Management also made changes to their holdings in BSV, an index fund by VANGUARD BD INDEX FDS. In Q3 2023, they held 1,431,879 shares, with a value of $107,634,000. However, in Q4 2023, their holdings increased to 1,602,860 shares, valued at $123,452,000. This indicates a 14.7% increase in shares and suggests that Carlson Capital Management recognizes the potential of the bond market.

COWZ - PACER FDS TR:

Another noteworthy change in Carlson Capital Management's 13F holdings was their increased investment in COWZ, a fund by PACER FDS TR. In Q3 2023, they held 1,891,830 shares, with a value of $93,513,000. By the end of Q4 2023, their holdings had risen to 1,943,749 shares, valued at $101,055,000. This represents an 8.1% increase in shares, indicating Carlson Capital Management's positive outlook on COWZ's performance.

Conclusion:

Analyzing the 13F holdings of Carlson Capital Management in the third and fourth quarters of 2023 reveals several interesting changes in their portfolio. The increased investment in DSTL, VCSH, DIHP, BSV, and COWZ suggests their confidence in these funds' future prospects. This valuable information helps investors understand the decision-making process of institutional investment managers like Carlson Capital Management and make informed investment choices themselves.