David Tepper - Appaloosa Management Portfolio (Q2 2026)
Appaloosa Management, David Tepper, has built a diversified portfolio of 23 publicly traded holdings with a total market value of $7.47B, according to the SEC 13F filed on Aug 14, 2026 (holdings as of quarter-end Jun 30, 2026). This analysis examines that filing to understand the investment strategy and recent portfolio adjustments.
The portfolio demonstrates a concentrated approach to stock selection, with the top holding representing 16.0% of the total portfolio value. The top 5 holdings account for 57.7% of the overall portfolio allocation.
Recent portfolio activity shows 10 significant position adjustments, indicating active portfolio management and strategic repositioning. These changes reflect the investor's response to market conditions and evolving investment thesis.
Portfolio Statistics
Top Holdings Analysis
The portfolio's top holdings reveal the investor's core investment thesis and sector preferences. The largest position in AMAZON COM INC (AMZN) represents 16.0% of the total portfolio, valued at $1.2B.
| Rank | Symbol | Company | Value | Portfolio % | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | AMZN | AMAZON COM INC | $1.2B | 16.0% | +15.7% |
| 2 | MU | MICRON TECHNOLOGY INC | $1.1B | 15.1% | -41.4% |
| 3 | TSM | TAIWAN SEMICONDUCTOR MANUFAC | $788.0M | 10.5% | +24.3% |
| 4 | GOOG | ALPHABET INC | $653.7M | 8.7% | +6.8% |
| 5 | UBER | UBER TECHNOLOGIES INC | $555.2M | 7.4% | +21.5% |
For a complete analysis of all holdings and detailed portfolio breakdown by sector and market cap, visit our comprehensive holdings page.
Recent Portfolio Activity
Recent portfolio adjustments provide insights into the investor's evolving strategy and market outlook.
The following table shows the top 10 most significant position changes from
recent reporting periods (out of 186 total transactions), sorted by the magnitude of
change.
For a complete history of all portfolio transactions and detailed activity analysis,
visit our comprehensive
activity page.
| Symbol | Company | Quantity Change | Date | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AAL | American Airlines Group, Inc. | +7,500,000 | Jun 30, 2026 | BUY |
| LYFT | Lyft, Inc. | -2,700,000 | Jun 30, 2026 | SELL |
| GT | The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Comp | +1,508,591 | Jun 30, 2026 | BUY |
| BABA | Alibaba Group Holding Limited | -1,465,000 | Jun 30, 2026 | SELL |
| UBER | Uber Technologies, Inc. | +1,361,351 | Jun 30, 2026 | BUY |
| JD | JD.com, Inc. | -1,305,000 | Jun 30, 2026 | SELL |
| WHR | Whirlpool Corporation | -1,235,000 | Jun 30, 2026 | SELL |
| GLW | Corning Incorporated | -1,129,500 | Jun 30, 2026 | SELL |
| KWEB | KraneShares Trust KraneShares C | -1,080,000 | Jun 30, 2026 | SELL |
| PDD | PDD Holdings Inc. | -900,000 | Jun 30, 2026 | SELL |
Options Activity
Options trading activity provides insights into the investor's derivative strategies and hedging approaches. The following table shows options positions from the latest reporting period, sorted by notional value.
| Symbol | Company | Type | Contracts | Notional Value | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AAPL | Apple Inc. | PUT | 835,000 | $241.6M | Jun 30, 2026 |
| BRK-B | Berkshire Hathaway Inc. New | PUT | 25,000 | $12.5M | Jun 30, 2026 |
Note: Notional value represents the total exposure value of the options position. For a complete analysis of all options strategies and historical options activity, visit our comprehensive options page.
Investment Strategy Insights
Appaloosa Management's investment approach can be analyzed through several key metrics. The portfolio's concentration in top holdings suggests a high-conviction investment strategy, with significant positions in companies that align with the investor's long-term thesis.
The largest position in AMAZON COM INC (AMZN) demonstrates strong conviction in this particular investment opportunity. Recent activity shows a increase of 15.7% in this position, indicating active portfolio management and strategic positioning.
Portfolio turnover can be assessed through recent activity patterns. The 10 most significant transactions shown here (out of 186 total transactions) suggest a highly active approach to portfolio management, with frequent strategic adjustments and position changes.
Additional Analysis
Complete Holdings
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Trading Activity
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Performance Metrics
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Sector Allocation
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Appaloosa Management's portfolio as of Jun 30, 2026 reflects a strategic approach to equity investing with 23 holdings valued at $7.5B. The concentrated position in AMAZON COM INC and other top holdings demonstrates the investor's confidence in specific investment themes and long-term value creation opportunities. Recent activity indicates ongoing portfolio optimization and strategic repositioning.
For the most current portfolio data and detailed analysis, refer to the latest SEC 13F filings and our comprehensive holdings and activity pages, which are updated regularly with the latest filing information.
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