Ariel Appreciation Fund Portfolio - Jun 30, 2025
Ariel Appreciation Fund, John W. Rogers Jr., has built a diversified portfolio of 104 publicly traded holdings with a total market value of $8.8B as of Jun 30, 2025. This comprehensive analysis examines the latest 13F filing data to understand the investment strategy and recent portfolio adjustments.
The portfolio demonstrates a diversified approach to stock selection, with the top holding representing 3.6% of the total portfolio value. The top 5 holdings account for 16.3% 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 MADISON SQUARE GARDEN ENTMT (MSGE) represents 3.6% of the total portfolio, valued at $315.6M.
| Rank | Symbol | Company | Value | Portfolio % | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | MSGE | MADISON SQUARE GARDEN ENTMT | $315.6M | 3.6% | +1.6% |
| 2 | SPHR | SPHERE ENTERTAINMENT CO | $296.8M | 3.4% | +12.7% |
| 3 | MAT | MATTEL INC | $280.4M | 3.2% | +2.6% |
| 4 | LAZ | LAZARD INC | $276.1M | 3.1% | +2.4% |
| 5 | OSW | ONESPAWORLD HOLDINGS LIMITED | $269.4M | 3.1% | +23.3% |
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 193 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AQN | Algonquin Power & Utilities Cor | +6,160,490 | Jun 30, 2025 | BUY |
| DNB | Dun & Bradstreet Holdings, Inc. | -3,977,525 | Jun 30, 2025 | SELL |
| ADT | ADT Inc. | -3,812,697 | Jun 30, 2025 | SELL |
| NCLH | Norwegian Cruise Line | +3,288,207 | Jun 30, 2025 | BUY |
| KMT | Kennametal Inc. | -2,764,046 | Jun 30, 2025 | SELL |
| LESL | Leslie's, Inc. | +2,725,991 | Jun 30, 2025 | BUY |
| CLB | Core Laboratories Inc. | +2,634,438 | Jun 30, 2025 | BUY |
| OSW | OneSpaWorld | +2,499,851 | Jun 30, 2025 | BUY |
| CNH | CNH Industrial | -2,187,205 | Jun 30, 2025 | SELL |
| IPG | Interpublic Group of Companies, | -2,096,499 | Jun 30, 2025 | SELL |
Investment Strategy Insights
Ariel Appreciation Fund'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 MADISON SQUARE GARDEN ENTMT (MSGE) demonstrates strong conviction in this particular investment opportunity. Recent activity shows a increase of 1.6% 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 193 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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Ariel Appreciation Fund's portfolio as of Jun 30, 2025 reflects a strategic approach to equity investing with 104 holdings valued at $8.8B. The concentrated position in MADISON SQUARE GARDEN ENTMT 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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