Arthur M. Cohen & Associates, LLC Q3 2023 vs. Q4 2023 13F Holdings Comparison

Introduction:

In the world of finance, 13F filings are an essential tool for investors and market watchers. These filings provide a quarterly snapshot of the holdings of institutional investment managers, revealing the stocks and securities they own. Arthur M. Cohen & Associates, LLC recently released their Q3 2023 and Q4 2023 13F holdings comparison, showcasing the changes in their portfolio. In this blog post, we'll dive into the data and explore the notable shifts in their holdings over this period.

DANAHER CORP DEL (DHR):

One of the companies that saw a decrease in holdings is Danaher Corp Del. In Q3 2023, Arthur M. Cohen & Associates, LLC held 217,436 shares of the company, but in Q4 2023, that number dropped to 214,249 shares, representing a decline of 7.9%. The value of their holdings also decreased from $53,823,000 to $49,577,000 over the same period.

APPLE (AAPL):

Apple Inc. is another company that experienced a decrease in holdings. In Q3 2023, Arthur M. Cohen & Associates, LLC held 197,085 shares of Apple, but in Q4 2023, that number decreased to 190,680 shares, marking an 8.8% decline. However, the value of their holdings increased from $33,746,000 to $36,702,000, indicating a positive trend for the company.

BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY INC DEL (BRK-B):

Berkshire Hathaway Inc Del saw a slight decrease in holdings as well. In Q3 2023, Arthur M. Cohen & Associates, LLC held 78,528 shares of the company, but in Q4 2023, that number dropped to 76,354 shares, representing a decrease of 0.9%. The value of their holdings remained relatively stable, with a slight decline from $27,494,000 to $27,243,000.

SPDR S&P 500 ETF TR (SPY):

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust, commonly known as SPY, experienced a decrease in holdings too. In Q3 2023, Arthur M. Cohen & Associates, LLC held 52,017 shares of SPY, but in Q4 2023, that number decreased to 50,569 shares, marking an 8% decline. However, the value of their holdings increased from $22,233,000 to $24,017,000, indicating a positive trend.

MICROSOFT CORP (MSFT):

On the other hand, Microsoft Corp saw an increase in holdings. In Q3 2023, Arthur M. Cohen & Associates, LLC held 63,433 shares of the tech giant, but in Q4 2023, that number increased to 61,729 shares, representing a 15.9% rise. The value of their holdings also increased significantly from $20,030,000 to $23,209,000, indicating a bullish outlook on Microsoft.

Conclusion:

Analyzing the changes in holdings of Arthur M. Cohen & Associates, LLC from their Q3 2023 to Q4 2023 13F filings provides valuable insights into their investment strategies and market trends. While some companies experienced decreases in holdings, others saw increases, reflecting the ever-changing nature of the stock market. Investors and market watchers can utilize this information to make informed decisions and stay updated on the latest trends in the financial world.

Disclaimer: The information provided in this blog post is based solely on the data from the Q3 2023 and Q4 2023 13F filings of Arthur M. Cohen & Associates, LLC. All investment decisions should be made with careful consideration and thorough research.