Terry Smith - Fundsmith Investment Services Portfolio (Q1 2026)

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Fundsmith Investment Services, Terry Smith, has built a diversified portfolio of 24 publicly traded holdings with a total market value of $4.4B as of Mar 31, 2026. 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 8.9% of the total portfolio value. The top 5 holdings account for 39.6% 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

24
Total Holdings
$4.4B
Portfolio Value
Mar 31, 2026
Latest Filing
8.9%
Largest Position

Top Holdings Analysis

The portfolio's top holdings reveal the investor's core investment thesis and sector preferences. The largest position in MARRIOTT INTL INC NEW (MAR) represents 8.9% of the total portfolio, valued at $392.2M.

Rank Symbol Company Value Portfolio % Change
1 MAR MARRIOTT INTL INC NEW $392.2M 8.9% -18.1%
2 SYK STRYKER CORPORATION $389.7M 8.8% -23.7%
3 WAT WATERS CORP $326.6M 7.4% -19.1%
4 GOOGL ALPHABET INC $326.2M 7.4% -41.7%
5 V VISA INC $309.9M 7.0% -17.9%

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 170 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
NKE Nike, Inc. -2,314,508 Mar 31, 2026 SELL
GOOGL Alphabet Inc. -812,032 Mar 31, 2026 SELL
OTIS Otis Worldwide Corporation -677,316 Mar 31, 2026 SELL
CPNG Coupang, Inc. -634,547 Mar 31, 2026 SELL
FTNT Fortinet, Inc. -619,943 Mar 31, 2026 SELL
PM Philip Morris International Inc -556,421 Mar 31, 2026 SELL
SYK Stryker Corporation -367,930 Mar 31, 2026 SELL
MSFT Microsoft Corporation -341,631 Mar 31, 2026 SELL
MAR Marriott International -264,436 Mar 31, 2026 SELL
WAT Waters Corporation -259,434 Mar 31, 2026 SELL

Investment Strategy Insights

Fundsmith Investment Services'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 MARRIOTT INTL INC NEW (MAR) demonstrates strong conviction in this particular investment opportunity. Recent activity shows a decrease of 18.1% 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 170 total transactions) suggest a highly active approach to portfolio management, with frequent strategic adjustments and position changes.

Additional Analysis

Fundsmith Investment Services's portfolio as of Mar 31, 2026 reflects a strategic approach to equity investing with 24 holdings valued at $4.4B. The concentrated position in MARRIOTT INTL INC NEW 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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