Richard C. Young & Co Portfolio Analysis: Q2 2026 Activity Insights

Richard C. Young & Co., Ltd.'s portfolio as of June 30, 2026, reflects a dynamic mix with Technology holding the largest allocation at approximately 29.88%. The firm maintains substantial positions in companies like Micron (MU) and Dell Technologies (DELL), while also showing interest in other sectors.

The investor's actions during this quarter were characterized by both strategic additions and reductions across various market segments:

• Technology Sector: Despite slight decreases in shares for major Technology holdings like Micron (MU) (-1.3%) and Nvidia (NVDA) (-0.54%), the sector remains a cornerstone of the portfolio at nearly $29.88% allocation.. However, there were notable shifts within this category.
• Industrials Sector: The firm maintained its focus on Industrials through steady positions in Caterpillar (CAT) and Vertiv (VRT), which saw share reductions of -2.02% and -0.31%, respectively, while adding to Sterling Infrastructure (STRL).
• Energy Sector: Richard C. Young & Co increased its stake in Kinder Morgan Inc Del (KMI) by a significant +4768 shares (+0.64%) and also added to Duke Energy Corp New (DUK) with an increase of +3816 shares (+8.05%).
• Healthcare Sector: The portfolio saw a major reduction in its Healthcare exposure, specifically exiting Allstate Corp (ALL) entirely (-86.18%) and reducing shares of Pfizer Inc (PFE) by -12.0%.
• Consumer Defensive: The investor maintained strong positions in Coca Cola Co (KO) (-5.12%) and Procter & Gamble Co (PG) (-7.13%), while also adding to Kroger Co (KR) with a +1.7% increase.
• Communication Services: The portfolio percentage allocation for Communication Services decreased slightly from prior periods, primarily due to reductions in holdings like KO and PG.
• Financial Services: The position in Allstate Corp (ALL) was completely exited during this period.
• Basic Materials: Freeport McMoran Inc (FCX) saw a substantial increase (+100%) in its portfolio allocation, indicating renewed interest in the Basic Materials sector.
• ETFs & Trusts: The firm significantly increased its position in iShares Silver Trust (SLV), adding over +250% worth of holdings during this quarter.
• Healthcare ETF: A notable increase was observed in the holding of COPX, which represents a Global X FDS fund (+100%) allocation change.
• Infrastructure PLC: Eaton Corp PLC (ETN) experienced a substantial addition to its portfolio with shares increasing by +100% during this period.
• Communication Services ETF: Vaneck ETF Trust (REMX) also saw a significant increase (+250.38%) in its allocation, suggesting strong confidence in the underlying assets of this category.

The portfolio indicators reveal that Richard C. Young & Co has been actively managing its holdings during this quarter:

• There were significant changes across many positions, with a total holding count remaining at 99 stocks and ETFs.
• The top five holdings account for approximately 21.58% of the portfolio value combined.
• The investor demonstrated both buying power (adding to ETN, REMX, COPX, FCX) and selling activity (reducing KO, PG), indicating a balanced approach or strategic adjustments based on market conditions.

Overall, the portfolio maintained its diversification across ten sectors as of June 30, 2026. The Technology sector remains dominant at nearly $29.88% allocation, while additions to Energy (KMI), Basic Materials (FCX), and ETFs/Trusts (SLV) suggest potential confidence in these areas. Conversely, the exit from Allstate Corp highlights a clear reduction in exposure within the Financial Services sector during this period.