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Bridgewater Associates, founded by billionaire Ray Dalio, made notable adjustments to its portfolio in the fourth quarter of 2023. The hedge fund revealed significant new bets, exits and increased stakes, providing valuable insights into its investment strategy.
Over the past few years, 74-year-old Dalio gradually scaled back his formal role at the firm. He resigned as CEO in 2017 and stepped down as co-CIO last October. He does remain involved in a more informal capacity as a CIO mentor, offering advice and meeting with investors.
Key Portfolio Changes
Apple IncOracle Corp Crown CastleInc Coterra EnergyIncWells Fargo& CoDelta Air Lines,Inc.In the fourth quarter, the hedge fund also closed out holdings in Netflix Inc (NASDAQ:NFLX), Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc (NYSE:TMO), Microchip Technology Inc (NASDAQ:MCHP), Akamai Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ:AKAM), and Constellation Energy Corp (NASDAQ:CEG).
Tech Sector Expansion: Nvidia Stake Up 458%
NvidiaCorpAlphabetIncIn addition to the substantial Nvidia stake increase, Bridgewater expanded its tech portfolio by adding 500,000 new shares in Alphabet, increasing its Meta Platforms Inc (NASDAQ:META) holdings and making a smaller investment in Apple. The hedge fund also maintained its position in Microsoft Corp (NASDAQ:MSFT).
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Diversification Extends To Pharma
Eli LillyAnd CoBridgewater Associates’ 13F changes reveal a strategic and confident investment approach, marked by sector diversification and bold bets on key players. The hedge fund’s moves provide valuable insights into its outlook and investment priorities, offering a compelling narrative for market observers and investors alike.
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