Riding the Waves of Change: Comparing SBH's Q3 and Q4 2022 Fund Holdings

Investors are always seeking new insights into the best-performing stocks and assets. This is why fund managers continually adjust their holdings, looking for opportunities to generate higher returns. Segall Bryant & Hamill, LLC (SBH) is one such asset management firm that consistently evaluates its holdings. In this blog post, we will examine SBH's Q3 and Q4 2022 fund holdings and explore how the company's adjustments reflect fluctuations in the market.

Apple Inc. (AAPL) and Microsoft (MSFT) Remain Top Holdings

According to our data, SBH's Q3 and Q4 fund holdings show that Apple Inc. (AAPL) and Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) continue to dominate their total asset value. While the number of shares for AAPL only slightly increased from Q3 to Q4 by 10963, the value of the shares decreased by 5.2% from $191,024k to $181,008k. MSFT, on the other hand, gained 5008 shares and increased in value by 3.7% from $165,298k to $171,428k, a reflection of the continuing demand for technology stocks during these quarters.

Healthcare Industry Fluctuations

The healthcare industry demonstrated varying returns for SBH's holdings. UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (UNH), with -1.1% change in the value of the shares, saw a dip of almost $1,400k from Q3 to Q4, despite the share count decrease. Meanwhile, Danaher Corporation (DHR), which produces medical testing equipment, saw its share value remain almost the same at $85,765k compared to $86,100k in Q3, despite a decrease in the number of shares.

Quanta Services Inc (PWR) and Mettler-Toledo International (MTD) in the Green

During Q4 2022, Quanta Services Inc (PWR) saw a 9.4% increase in the value of its shares, while the number of shares went down from 866,664 to 847,695. Moreover, Mettler-Toledo International's (MTD) shares experienced a whopping 30.6% increase in the value, while the number of shares had a relatively small decrease. These fluctuations could represent a change in market interest or other factors that impacted these companies.

E-commerce companies drop, Financial institutions soar

Amazon.com, Inc. (AAPL) which was worth $156,830k by the end of Q3, fell steeply by 29.3% to $110,947k by the end of Q4. In contrast, JP Morgan Chase & Co (JPM) surged to $90,680k, an increase of 25.9% from its Q3 value of $72,008k, with the decrease in the number of shares. This shift towards financial institutions could indicate that investors are betting on the US financial sector's future growth.

Conclusion

Segall Bryant & Hamill's Q3 and Q4 holdings illustrate the nature of the dynamic market and the importance of market research to create a robust investment strategy. While no one knows what the future holds, SBH's Q3 and Q4 actions demonstrate a willingness to adapt and adjust to the market's changes. By continuously evaluating SBH's holdings, investors can learn valuable insights about what drives asset performance and make more informed investment decisions.