Columbia Asset Management Q3 2022 vs. Q4 2022 13F Holdings Comparison

Investment management is a dynamic industry that demands meticulous research and perceptive strategies to remain profitable. As the markets fluctuate, so do the holdings of different funds. Keeping track of these changes, as Columbia Asset Management did from Q3 2022 to Q4 2022, is a key aspect of staying ahead in the game. This article delves into the investment portfolio of Columbia Asset Management and explores what changes it underwent in the third and fourth quarters of 2022.

Columbia Asset Management is a renowned investment firm that maintains a diversified portfolio of stocks. In the Q3 2022, the firm held a total of 47,110,270 shares, with a total value of $568,063,000. By the end of Q4 2022, the number of shares increased to 47,516,900, with a total value of $581,437,000. This represents an increase in the value of holdings by 2.3% in just one quarter.

Among Columbia Asset Management's top holdings in Q3 2022 were Apple Inc (AAPL), Microsoft Corporation (MSFT), and Johnson & Johnson (JNJ). The number of shares held in these companies reduced by 0.9%, 0.2%, and 1.5%, respectively. In Q4 2022, the holdings in these companies further decreased by 0.7%, 0.9%, and 0.8%, respectively. However, despite the reduction in the number of shares held by the firm, the value of holdings increased for all these companies except Apple Inc.

In Q3 2022, Merck & Co Inc (MRK) was a new addition to Columbia Asset Management's portfolio, with 149,228 shares valued at $12,851,000. By the end of Q4 2022, the number of shares increased by 0.06% to 149,315, but the value of holdings increased by a whopping 28.9% to $16,567,000. Abbvie Inc (ABBV) was another new addition to the portfolio, with 47,415 shares valued at $6,364,000. The value of these holdings increased by 19.7% to $7,620,000 by the end of Q4.

Nike Inc Class B (NKE) was the stock that saw the biggest increase in holdings from Q3 2022 to Q4 2022, with an increase of 1.5% in the number of shares held. The value of holdings for Nike Inc Class B in Q4 2022 increased by a staggering 43% as compared to Q3. Caterpillar Inc (CAT) was another stock that saw a significant increase in the value of holdings, with an increase of 43% from Q3 2022 to Q4 2022.

On the other hand, Amazon Com Inc (AMZN) and Adobe Systems Inc (ADBE) saw a significant decrease in the value of holdings, by 24.4% and 19%, respectively. This can be attributed to a fall in prices for these stocks during this period.

Overall, the investment portfolio of Columbia Asset Management remained diversified, with investments in a range of sectors. The financial sector held the most significant share of the portfolio, with holdings valued at $89,248,000. This was followed by the healthcare sector, with holdings valued at $70,625,000. The technology sector held the third-highest share of the portfolio, with holdings valued at $46,250,000.

In conclusion, the investment portfolio of Columbia Asset Management saw some significant changes from Q3 2022 to Q4 2022. While some holdings increased in value, others decreased, showing the importance of careful decision-making and strategic investment in maintaining profitability. The diversification of holdings across sectors indicates a well-planned approach to investment management by the firm, which has enabled it to weather market volatility and remain profitable.