Abacus Planning Group Portfolio Shifts: Key Purchases & Sales in Q3 2026

As part of its ongoing portfolio management process, Abacus Planning Group Inc., a registered investment advisor, filed updated holdings data reflecting changes observed during the period leading up to June 30, 2026. This report summarizes the notable purchases and sales activities undertaken by this firm based on the disclosed 'changed_holdings' information.

Notable Purchases Observed

This quarter, Abacus Planning Group appears to have focused its buying activity primarily on exchange-traded funds (ETFs), particularly those from Dimensional Fund Trust. The most significant purchase was observed in DIMENSIONAL ETF TRUST (DFAC), where the fund experienced a 100% increase in its position, acquiring all 11,268 shares available. Similarly, another Dimensional Fund Trust holding, DIMENSIONAL ETF TRUST (DFIC), saw a complete transformation as the advisor purchased every single share, resulting in an immediate 100% allocation jump to its current position of just over $385k.

Additionally, substantial increases were noted for other Dimensional Fund Trust products. The firm significantly boosted its stake in DIMENSIONAL ETF TRUST (DFEM), increasing holdings by 18,769 shares or approximately 40% of the quarter's change for this stock. Furthermore, purchases were identified in DIMENSIONAL ETF TRUST (DFIS) and FIDELITY MERRIMACK STR TR (FBND), although the specific percentage changes for these purchases weren't detailed in the 'changed_holdings' data provided.

Significant Sales and Reductions

In contrast to its buying activity, Abacus Planning Group also divested from certain holdings during this period. The largest sale by weight was observed in ETF SER SOLUTIONS (DSTL), which decreased slightly by 103,24 shares or about -0.79% of its prior period position.

More notably, the firm sold a substantial portion of its holdings in Vanguard Index Funds (VANGUARD INDEX FDS (VBR)). The total shares held by Abacus Planning Group decreased from an unspecified prior amount to $53.8 million worth, representing a significant reduction in this position.

Furthermore, the advisor reduced its stake in AMAZON COM INC (AMZN), with shares down by 214 and value change reflecting a -0.23% adjustment from prior period holdings.

Changes in Top Holdings

The top five holdings by weight, as of June 30, 2026, account for approximately 41.14% of the total portfolio value, according to the disclosed data. Among these, ETF SER SOLUTIONS (DSTL) remains a large position at $85.2 million or 10.53% allocation.

Vanguard Index Funds: VANGUARD INDEX FDS (VTI) and VANGUARD STAR FDS (VXUS) are significant holdings at $82.7 million ($10.22%) and $37.9 million ($4.69%), respectively.

Ishares: ISHARES TR (STIP) is another major holding at $72.1 million or 8.91% allocation, showing a positive change in shares.

Vanguard: VANGUARD TAX-MANAGED FDS (VEA) holds $39.0 million or 4.83% of the portfolio.

Sector-Level Changes

The bulk of Abacus Planning Group's portfolio, amounting to $722.3 million or 72.23%, is categorized as 'Unknown' according to this filing. The firm also maintains significant exposure across various sectors.

Notable changes occurred within specific sectors: Financial Services saw a reduction in its total allocation value from prior period, while the AMAZON COM INC position (Consumer Cyclical) decreased by $0.7 million.

Overall Portfolio Adjustment

The portfolio now consists of 252 holdings, reflecting ongoing adjustments and turnover. The changes observed suggest a dynamic approach to managing the investments held within this account as of June 30, 2026.