Chandler Asset Management Inc Q2 Holdings Analysis: Strategic Shifts in Core ETFs
Chandler Asset Management's portfolio, valued at $709.7M as of June 30, 2026, shows significant changes this quarter with notable additions and reductions across various sectors.
As of June 30, 2026, Chandler Asset Management Inc maintains a substantial portfolio valued at $709.7 million.
Prominent Holdings: IVV and BND
The core holdings remain heavily weighted towards broad market exposure, with ISHARES:CORE S&P 500 (IVV) accounting for 18.38% of the total value and Vanguard Total Bond Market ETF (BND) representing an allocation of 18.07%. Both funds experienced slight reductions in their shareholding during this period, with IVV seeing a decrease of 7.69%.
Major Purchases This Quarter
The investment strategy appears to have involved significant buying activity focused on diversification and specific sectors:
- Vanguard Total Bond Market ETF (BND): Holdings increased by 9.77%, suggesting confidence in fixed income markets.
- FlexShares Trust (TDTF): This investor added a substantial position, increasing holdings by 12.46% and boosting its portfolio allocation to 4.11%. FlexShares typically focuses on total debt markets.
- Vanguard Small-Cap Index ETF (VB): Despite the name suggesting small caps, this fund saw a decrease in shares (-2.13%) but maintained an 8% allocation, indicating its continued importance to the strategy.
Significant Sales and Reduced Exposure
In contrast, there were notable reductions or exits from certain sectors:
- Vanguard Total Stock Market ETF (VTI): Holdings decreased by 4.7%, impacting its allocation percentage.
- ISHARES:CORE S&P MD-CP (IJH): Experienced a share decrease of -1.81% and maintained an allocation of 9.72%, slightly down from previous quarters.
- Vanguard Developed Markets ETF (VEA): Holdings saw a decline, indicating reduced exposure to international developed stocks during this quarter.
Other Notable Changes and New Positions
The portfolio also reflects adjustments in other areas:
- VANGUARD EM ST I ETF (VWO) experienced a share decrease, impacting its allocation.
- A new position was initiated with Vanguard Total International Bond Index ETF (BCI), adding this asset class for the first time according to available data. This fund saw an increase in holdings by 9.78%.
Additionally, there were changes within real estate and other sectors:
- VANGUARD GXUS RE ETF (VNQI) increased holdings by 5.05%, slightly boosting its allocation.
- GOLD TRUST (IAU): Holdings saw a modest increase, adding to the portfolio's exposure to precious metals.
- VANGUARD MD-CP I ETF (VO) experienced an unprecedented 300% share increase during this quarter, highlighting a significant new investment focus.
The portfolio also includes exposure to high-yield corporate bonds and international real estate through USHY and VNQ respectively. Overall, Chandler Asset Management's strategy involves active adjustments across various asset classes while maintaining a strong core position in broad market equities and fixed income.