Insight into Yale's Q4 Investment Strategies and Portfolio Adjustments
Yale University (Trades, Portfolio)'s recent 13F filing for Q4 2023 unveils strategic investment decisions by its Investment Office, which is renowned for its sophisticated, long-term approach to endowment management. The Office's investment philosophy is deeply rooted in academic theory, particularly mean-variance analysis, and is complemented by practical market judgment. Yale's portfolio is a testament to its commitment to achieving high inflation-adjusted returns to support the University's enduring and future needs.
Summary of New Buys
Yale University (Trades, Portfolio) expanded its portfolio with three new stocks in the fourth quarter. Notable new acquisitions include:
- Arvinas Inc (ARVN, Financial), with 143,522 shares, now represents 5.23% of the portfolio, amounting to $5.9 million.
- Udemy Inc (UDMY, Financial), comprising 129,987 shares, makes up about 1.7% of the portfolio, valued at $1.91 million.
- Victory Capital Holdings Inc (VCTR, Financial), with 40,000 shares, accounting for 1.11% of the portfolio, with a total value of $1.25 million.
Key Position Reductions
Yale University (Trades, Portfolio) also made reductions in its holdings, with the following significant change:
- The position in iShares Core S&P Total U.S. Stock Market ETF (ITOT, Financial) was trimmed by 100 shares, leading to a 1.52% decrease in shares and a negligible 0.01% impact on the portfolio. ITOT traded at an average price of $98 during the quarter and has seen an 11.58% return over the past three months and a 4.42% year-to-date return.
Portfolio Overview
As of the end of Q4 2023, Yale University (Trades, Portfolio)'s investment portfolio comprised 7 stocks. The top holdings were heavily weighted in Albertsons Companies Inc (ACI, Financial) at 78.87%, Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets ETF (VWO, Financial) at 12.45%, and Arvinas Inc (ARVN, Financial) at 5.23%. Other notable holdings include Udemy Inc (UDMY, Financial) and Victory Capital Holdings Inc (VCTR, Financial), with sectoral concentration in Consumer Defensive, Healthcare, and Financial Services.
The strategic moves made by Yale University (Trades, Portfolio) in the fourth quarter reflect a continued focus on diversification and a keen eye for opportunities in various sectors. The addition of Arvinas Inc, a biotechnology company engaged in the discovery, development, and commercialization of therapies for cancers and other difficult-to-treat diseases, underscores Yale's interest in innovative and potentially high-growth industries. As value investors and potential GuruFocus.com members seek to make informed financial decisions, Yale's investment choices offer insights into the application of a disciplined, research-oriented approach to portfolio management.
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