Phillips Financial Management, LLC Q3 2023 vs. Q4 2023 13F Holdings Comparison

Phillips Financial Management, LLC, a renowned financial institution, recently released its 13F holdings comparison report for the third quarter of 2023 (Q3) and the fourth quarter of 2023 (Q4). This report provides valuable insights into the changes in holdings of various funds during this period. Let's explore the key highlights and analyze the shifts in investments.

ISHARES TR takes the lead in the holdings comparison, with multiple funds experiencing changes in their shares and values. In Q3 2023, ISHARES TR held 225,322 shares of ISHARES TR, which increased to 227,763 shares in Q4 2023, marking a 12.4% change. The value of these shares also rose from $96,760,000 in Q3 to $108,786,000 in Q4. This significant increase demonstrates the positive performance and growth of ISHARES TR during this period.

Another fund managed by ISHARES TR, IJH, experienced a slight decrease in shares, from 239,433 in Q3 to 238,924 in Q4. However, the value of these shares increased from $59,702,000 to $66,217,000, representing a 10.9% change. Despite the decrease in shares, the increase in value suggests a positive outlook for the fund.

Similarly, the holdings for IXUS, another ISHARES TR fund, saw a marginal increase, with shares rising from 862,532 in Q3 to 866,003 in Q4. The value also grew from $51,743,000 to $56,229,000, reflecting an 8.7% change. These figures indicate a steady and positive trend for IXUS during this period.

In contrast, IVE, another ISHARES TR fund, experienced a decrease in both shares and value. Shares went down from 290,232 in Q3 to 283,770 in Q4, while the value dropped from $44,649,000 to $49,344,000, representing a 10.5% change. Despite this decline, it's essential to analyze the overall performance of the fund to determine its future prospects.

AGG, managed by ISHARES TR, also witnessed a decrease in both shares and value. The shares decreased from 457,373 in Q3 to 431,479 in Q4, while the value remained relatively stable at $43,011,000 in Q3 and $42,824,000 in Q4, reflecting a slight 0.4% change. Although there was a reduction in shares, the relatively stable value suggests a resilient performance for AGG.

Moving on to Vanguard-managed funds, VXUS, part of the Vanguard Star FDS, experienced a decrease in shares, with a decrease from 649,678 in Q3 to 639,907 in Q4. However, the value went up from $34,770,000 to $37,089,000, representing a 6.7% change. This increase in value indicates the possibility of positive growth for VXUS in the coming quarters.

Another Vanguard fund, VOO, managed by Vanguard Index FDS, witnessed a minor decrease in shares, from 75,969 in Q3 to 75,742 in Q4. However, the value surged from $29,833,000 to $33,084,000, marking a 10.9% change. This increase suggests a positive outlook for VOO in terms of performance and returns.

This report also highlights some significant changes in the holdings of DIMENSIONAL ETF TRUST. LRGF, managed by DIMENSIONAL ETF TRUST, experienced a significant decrease in shares, from 852,485 in Q3 to 670,227 in Q4. The value declined from $36,929,000 to $32,365,000, reflecting a 12.4% change. This decline indicates the need for further analysis to determine the reasons behind the drop in holdings.

Furthermore, various other funds managed by DIMENSIONAL ETF TRUST witnessed both positive and negative changes in their holdings. For instance, DFAC saw a 2.1% increase in shares and a 30.7% increase in value, while DFIC experienced a substantial 30.7% increase in shares and a 2.1% decrease in value. It's crucial to delve deeper into the performance of these funds to understand the factors contributing to their fluctuations.

The report also includes holdings from other renowned entities, such as VANGUARD INDEX FDS, VANGUARD CHARLOTTE FDS, and ISHARES TR. The data shows mixed results, with some funds experiencing increases in both shares and value, and others facing decreases.

These figures and changes in holdings provide valuable insights into the trends and performance of various funds during the third and fourth quarters of 2023. Investors and market enthusiasts can utilize this information to make informed decisions regarding their investment portfolios.

In conclusion, the Phillips Financial Management, LLC Q3 2023 vs. Q4 2023 13F Holdings Comparison report reveals essential information regarding the changes in holdings of different funds. This data is vital for individuals and organizations looking to understand the performance and growth of various investment portfolios during this period.