Van Strum & Towne Inc. Q3 2023 vs. Q4 2023: Comparing 13F Holdings

Investment management is a fascinating world that requires constant analysis and adaptation to market changes. One tool that helps investors understand the holdings of institutional investment managers is the Form 13F. This form is filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and provides a snapshot of a manager's holdings, including stocks, bonds, and other securities.

In this article, we will take a closer look at the Q3 2023 and Q4 2023 13F holdings for Van Strum & Towne Inc. and analyze the changes that occurred during this period.

MICROSOFT CORP (MSFT)

Let's start with Microsoft Corp, a company that needs no introduction. In Q3 2023, Van Strum & Towne Inc. held 70,290 shares of Microsoft, with a value of $22,194,000. However, by Q4 2023, their holdings decreased slightly to 69,714 shares, valued at $26,215,000. Despite the decrease in the number of shares, the value of their holdings increased by 18.1%.

VANGUARD SCOTTSDALE FDS (VCSH)

Next, we have Vanguard Scottsdale FDS, where Van Strum & Towne Inc. saw an increase in their holdings from Q3 2023 to Q4 2023. They held 198,332 shares in Q3, valued at $14,904,000. In Q4, their holdings increased to 203,775 shares, valued at $15,766,000. This represents a 5.8% growth in their holdings.

VANGUARD MALVERN FDS (VTIP)

Van Strum & Towne Inc. also held shares in Vanguard Malvern FDS. Their holdings in this fund decreased from 298,971 shares in Q3, valued at $14,135,000, to 285,126 shares in Q4, valued at $13,540,000. This represents a decrease of 4.2% in their holdings.

AUTOMATIC DATA PROCESSING IN (ADP)

Moving on to Automatic Data Processing Inc., Van Strum & Towne Inc. held 55,422 shares in Q3, valued at $13,333,000. By Q4, their holdings slightly decreased to 55,023 shares, valued at $12,818,000. This represents a 3.9% decrease in their holdings.

VANGUARD INDEX FDS (VOO)

Van Strum & Towne Inc. also had holdings in Vanguard Index FDS, which experienced a slight decrease from Q3 2023 to Q4 2023. They held 29,796 shares in Q3, with a value of $11,701,000, and their holdings decreased to 28,851 shares in Q4, valued at $12,602,000. Despite the decrease in shares, the value of their holdings increased by 7.7%.

Conclusion

These are just a few examples of the changes in holdings that Van Strum & Towne Inc. experienced between Q3 2023 and Q4 2023. It's important to note that these changes are based on the publicly available information filed on Form 13F and can provide insight into the investment strategies of institutional investors.

Please note that investment decisions should be made with careful consideration and analysis of all available information. The information in this article is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as investment advice. Always consult with a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions.