Donald G. Smith - Donald Smith & Co. Portfolio (Q2 2026)

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Donald Smith & Co., Donald G. Smith, has built a diversified portfolio of 63 publicly traded holdings with a total market value of $5.65B, according to the SEC 13F filed on Aug 11, 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 diversified approach to stock selection, with the top holding representing 7.5% of the total portfolio value. The top 5 holdings account for 24.7% 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

63
Total Holdings
$5.6B
Portfolio Value
Jun 30, 2026
Latest Filing
7.5%
Largest Position

Top Holdings Analysis

The portfolio's top holdings reveal the investor's core investment thesis and sector preferences. The largest position in AERCAP HOLDINGS NV (AER) represents 7.5% of the total portfolio, valued at $424.6M.

Rank Symbol Company Value Portfolio % Change
1 AER AERCAP HOLDINGS NV $424.6M 7.5% -7.6%
2 EGO ELDORADO GOLD CORP $272.6M 4.8% +20.5%
3 CGAU CENTERRA GOLD INC. $245.0M 4.3% -2.1%
4 HOG HARLEY-DAVIDSON INC $227.0M 4.0% -7.4%
5 MHO M/I HOMES $223.7M 4.0% -6.6%

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 184 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
GGB Gerdau S.A. -6,649,773 Jun 30, 2026 SELL
SPNT SiriusPoint -3,322,271 Jun 30, 2026 SELL
GAU Galiano Gold Inc. +3,238,558 Jun 30, 2026 BUY
MOS Mosaic Company (The) +3,105,856 Jun 30, 2026 BUY
GNW Genworth Financial Inc -3,004,112 Jun 30, 2026 SELL
G33856108 Ferroglobe +2,692,069 Jun 30, 2026 BUY
RLJ RLJ Lodging Trust -2,688,817 Jun 30, 2026 SELL
PK Park Hotels & Resorts Inc. -2,093,571 Jun 30, 2026 SELL
PDM Piedmont Office Realty Trust, I +1,944,080 Jun 30, 2026 BUY
EGO Eldorado Gold Corporation +1,492,186 Jun 30, 2026 BUY

Investment Strategy Insights

Donald Smith & Co.'s investment approach can be analyzed through several key metrics. The portfolio's concentration in top holdings suggests a diversified investment strategy, with significant positions in companies that align with the investor's long-term thesis.

The largest position in AERCAP HOLDINGS NV (AER) demonstrates strong conviction in this particular investment opportunity. Recent activity shows a decrease of 7.6% 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 184 total transactions) suggest a highly active approach to portfolio management, with frequent strategic adjustments and position changes.

Additional Analysis

Donald Smith & Co.'s portfolio as of Jun 30, 2026 reflects a strategic approach to equity investing with 63 holdings valued at $5.6B. The concentrated position in AERCAP HOLDINGS NV 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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