Glenn W. Welling - Engaged Capital Investment Strategy (Sep 30, 2025)
As of Sep 30, 2025, the Engaged Capital portfolio managed by Glenn W. Welling demonstrates a sophisticated investment approach with 23 positions and an average holding period of 591 quarters. The strategy focuses on Consumer Cyclical, Consumer Defensive, Financial Services, Healthcare, Industrials, Technology sectors with a typical position size of 11.0% of the portfolio.
The portfolio's risk management approach includes a maximum position size of 11% and sector diversification of 6%, exemplified by the case study of V F CORP (VFC). This strategic framework provides insights into Glenn W. Welling's investment philosophy, risk management practices, and long-term value creation approach.
Investment Strategy Metrics
Key metrics revealing investment style, risk management, and performance characteristics
| Metric | Value | Category | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holding Period | 1.6 years | Style | Average duration positions are maintained |
| Position Count | 23 | Style | Number of active positions in portfolio |
| Position Size | 11.0% | Risk | Typical allocation per position |
| Win Rate | 45.6% | Performance | Percentage of profitable positions |
| Average Return | 9.7% | Performance | Mean return across positions |
| Sharpe Ratio | 0.11 | Performance | Return per unit of risk taken |
Investment Case Study: V F CORP (VFC)
9/30/2023 - 12/24/2025
Performance Metrics
Total Return: -8.70%
Holding Period: 816 days
Max Position Size: $100,417,718.00
Position Weight: 18.34%
Key Events
Investment Thesis
Entry Context: Initial position established based on fundamental analysis
Sector Conditions: Favorable market conditions in the sector
- Market volatility
- Sector-specific risks
Key Learnings
- Position sizing is critical for portfolio management
- Important to monitor sector exposure