$32.4 Billion is the total value of Sands Capital Management's 71 reported holdings in Q1 2019. The portfolio turnover from Q4 2018 to Q1 2019 was 14.1% .
| Value | Shares | ↓ Weighting | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BABA | Sell | ALIBABA GROUP HLDG LTDsponsored ads | $2,617,264,000 | +27.4% | 14,345,101 | -4.3% | 8.07% | +10.1% |
| V | Sell | VISA INC | $2,482,996,000 | +14.0% | 15,897,277 | -3.7% | 7.65% | -1.6% |
| AMZN | Sell | AMAZON COM INC | $2,342,174,000 | +12.6% | 1,315,274 | -5.0% | 7.22% | -2.7% |
| NFLX | Sell | NETFLIX INC | $1,812,322,000 | +26.5% | 5,082,797 | -5.0% | 5.58% | +9.3% |
| NOW | Sell | SERVICENOW INC | $1,545,786,000 | +28.5% | 6,271,190 | -7.2% | 4.76% | +11.0% |
| EW | Sell | EDWARDS LIFESCIENCES CORP | $1,472,157,000 | +20.8% | 7,694,334 | -3.3% | 4.54% | +4.3% |
| GOOGL | Sell | ALPHABET INCcap stk cl a | $1,344,624,000 | +7.2% | 1,142,523 | -4.8% | 4.14% | -7.4% |
| CRM | Sell | SALESFORCE COM INC | $1,193,136,000 | +3.1% | 7,533,854 | -10.8% | 3.68% | -10.9% |
| WDAY | Sell | WORKDAY INCcl a | $1,169,519,000 | +17.2% | 6,064,395 | -2.9% | 3.60% | +1.2% |
| ILMN | Sell | ILLUMINA INC | $1,155,110,000 | +0.9% | 3,717,886 | -2.6% | 3.56% | -12.8% |
| FB | Buy | FACEBOOK INCcl a | $995,347,000 | +40.3% | 5,971,247 | +10.3% | 3.07% | +21.2% |
| ADBE | Sell | ADOBE INC | $936,172,000 | +6.9% | 3,512,972 | -9.3% | 2.88% | -7.7% |
| ALGN | Sell | ALIGN TECHNOLOGY INC | $907,610,000 | +31.9% | 3,192,102 | -2.8% | 2.80% | +13.9% |
| REGN | Sell | REGENERON PHARMACEUTICALS | $816,195,000 | +5.0% | 1,987,713 | -4.5% | 2.52% | -9.3% |
| TEAM | Sell | ATLASSIAN CORP PLCcl a | $708,800,000 | +22.7% | 6,306,608 | -2.9% | 2.18% | +6.0% |
| CSGP | Sell | COSTAR GROUP INC | $700,943,000 | +30.7% | 1,502,815 | -5.4% | 2.16% | +12.9% |
| NKE | Sell | NIKE INCcl b | $639,948,000 | +13.1% | 7,599,435 | -0.5% | 1.97% | -2.4% |
| ASML | Sell | ASML HOLDING N V | $598,487,000 | +20.3% | 3,182,597 | -0.4% | 1.84% | +3.9% |
| INTU | Buy | INTUIT | $578,214,000 | +5446.9% | 2,211,905 | +4077.0% | 1.78% | +4716.2% |
| MNST | Sell | MONSTER BEVERAGE CORP | $573,276,000 | +4.8% | 10,503,400 | -5.5% | 1.77% | -9.5% |
| MTCH | Buy | MATCH GROUP INC | $568,890,000 | +72.2% | 10,049,288 | +30.1% | 1.75% | +48.7% |
| SHOP | Sell | SHOPIFY INCcl a | $554,907,000 | +48.3% | 2,685,641 | -0.6% | 1.71% | +28.1% |
| BMRN | Sell | BIOMARIN PHARMACEUTICAL INC | $522,449,000 | +0.5% | 5,881,446 | -3.7% | 1.61% | -13.3% |
| SRPT | Buy | SAREPTA THERAPEUTICS INC | $431,121,000 | +27.7% | 3,617,094 | +16.9% | 1.33% | +10.3% |
| APTV | Buy | APTIV PLC | $399,894,000 | +4820.0% | 5,030,750 | +3710.6% | 1.23% | +4148.3% |
| INCY | Sell | INCYTE CORP | $373,352,000 | +34.5% | 4,340,795 | -0.5% | 1.15% | +16.3% |
| ABMD | Buy | ABIOMED INC | $371,652,000 | +34.1% | 1,301,348 | +52.7% | 1.14% | +15.8% |
| GOOG | Sell | ALPHABET INCcap stk cl c | $366,738,000 | +9.8% | 312,567 | -3.1% | 1.13% | -5.2% |
| BKNG | Sell | BOOKING HLDGS INC | $360,156,000 | -54.0% | 206,404 | -54.6% | 1.11% | -60.3% |
| FND | Sell | FLOOR & DECOR HLDGS INCcl a | $348,652,000 | +51.2% | 8,458,316 | -5.0% | 1.07% | +30.5% |
| GLPG | Sell | GALAPAGOS NVspon adr | $339,473,000 | +27.8% | 2,882,260 | -0.4% | 1.05% | +10.5% |
| PANW | Sell | PALO ALTO NETWORKS INC | $337,723,000 | -30.1% | 1,390,492 | -45.8% | 1.04% | -39.6% |
| SPLK | Sell | SPLUNK INC | $332,792,000 | -18.6% | 2,670,879 | -31.5% | 1.03% | -29.6% |
| SCHW | Sell | THE CHARLES SCHWAB CORPORATI | $303,039,000 | -31.7% | 7,086,967 | -33.7% | 0.93% | -41.0% |
| TWLO | New | TWILIO INCcl a | $266,654,000 | – | 2,064,208 | +100.0% | 0.82% | – |
| ATVI | Sell | ACTIVISION BLIZZARD INC | $263,074,000 | -7.0% | 5,778,029 | -4.9% | 0.81% | -19.6% |
| LVS | Sell | LAS VEGAS SANDS CORP | $256,777,000 | +16.5% | 4,212,216 | -0.6% | 0.79% | +0.5% |
| YNDX | Sell | YANDEX N V | $171,831,000 | +24.5% | 5,003,806 | -0.8% | 0.53% | +7.7% |
| MELI | Sell | MERCADOLIBRE INC | $155,110,000 | +69.4% | 305,498 | -2.3% | 0.48% | +46.2% |
| CTRP | Sell | CTRIP COM INTL LTDsponsored ads | $153,348,000 | +59.6% | 3,509,922 | -1.2% | 0.47% | +37.9% |
| TSM | Sell | TAIWAN SEMICONDUCTOR MFG LTDsponsored ads | $127,257,000 | +10.7% | 3,106,855 | -0.2% | 0.39% | -4.4% |
| INDA | Sell | ISHARES TRmsci india etf | $83,089,000 | -27.3% | 2,357,135 | -31.2% | 0.26% | -37.3% |
| SE | Buy | SEA LTDsponsored ads | $82,235,000 | +129.0% | 3,496,365 | +10.2% | 0.25% | +97.7% |
| HDB | Buy | HDFC BANK LTDsponsored ads | $81,290,000 | +70.2% | 701,317 | +52.1% | 0.25% | +47.6% |
| BIDU | Sell | BAIDU INCspon adr rep a | $79,631,000 | +1.7% | 483,051 | -2.2% | 0.24% | -12.2% |
| ASR | Buy | GRUPO AEROPORTUARIO DEL SUREspon adr ser b | $74,030,000 | +32.9% | 457,655 | +23.7% | 0.23% | +14.6% |
| MMYT | Sell | MAKEMYTRIP LIMITED MAURITIUS | $72,388,000 | +10.4% | 2,622,752 | -2.7% | 0.22% | -4.7% |
| EDU | Buy | NEW ORIENTAL ED & TECH GRP Ispon adr | $69,391,000 | +221.9% | 770,244 | +95.9% | 0.21% | +177.9% |
| PLAN | Sell | ANAPLAN INC | $55,125,000 | +29.6% | 1,400,522 | -12.6% | 0.17% | +11.8% |
| BGNE | Sell | BEIGENE LTDsponsored adr | $31,793,000 | -7.6% | 240,858 | -1.8% | 0.10% | -20.3% |
| ZTS | Buy | ZOETIS INCcl a | $30,305,000 | +30.8% | 301,029 | +11.1% | 0.09% | +12.0% |
| HCM | Sell | HUTCHISON CHINA MEDITECH LTDsponsored adr | $24,984,000 | +30.3% | 816,991 | -1.6% | 0.08% | +13.2% |
| TDG | Buy | TRANSDIGM GROUP INC | $19,147,000 | +44.2% | 42,174 | +8.0% | 0.06% | +25.5% |
| GWRE | Sell | GUIDEWIRE SOFTWARE INC | $14,293,000 | +17.5% | 147,110 | -3.0% | 0.04% | +2.3% |
| DG | Buy | DOLLAR GEN CORP | $11,797,000 | +18.8% | 98,889 | +7.6% | 0.04% | +2.9% |
| VRSK | Sell | VERISK ANALYTICS INC | $11,381,000 | +13.3% | 85,571 | -7.1% | 0.04% | -2.8% |
| ICE | Sell | INTERCONTINENTAL EXCHANGE IN | $11,034,000 | -2.6% | 144,917 | -3.7% | 0.03% | -15.0% |
| EQIX | Buy | EQUINIX INC | $11,194,000 | +33.6% | 24,703 | +3.9% | 0.03% | +13.3% |
| TXN | New | TEXAS INSTRS INC | $10,449,000 | – | 98,514 | +100.0% | 0.03% | – |
| CCI | New | CROWN CASTLE INTL CORP | $10,327,000 | – | 80,681 | +100.0% | 0.03% | – |
| SBUX | Sell | STARBUCKS CORP | $10,219,000 | -96.8% | 137,461 | -97.2% | 0.03% | -97.3% |
| ANSS | Sell | ANSYS INC | $9,210,000 | +24.5% | 50,408 | -2.6% | 0.03% | +7.7% |
| ROST | Buy | ROSS STORES INC | $8,249,000 | +20.6% | 88,606 | +7.8% | 0.02% | +4.2% |
| UNH | Buy | UNITEDHEALTH GROUP INC | $7,630,000 | +7.0% | 30,859 | +7.8% | 0.02% | -4.0% |
| UNP | Buy | UNION PACIFIC CORP | $6,827,000 | +30.4% | 40,834 | +7.8% | 0.02% | +10.5% |
| LYV | Buy | LIVE NATION ENTERTAINMENT IN | $6,538,000 | +39.0% | 102,903 | +7.8% | 0.02% | +17.6% |
| BSX | New | BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORP | $6,148,000 | – | 160,193 | +100.0% | 0.02% | – |
| MCO | Buy | MOODYS CORP | $5,929,000 | +39.5% | 32,743 | +7.9% | 0.02% | +20.0% |
| EB | Sell | EVENTBRITE INC | $4,669,000 | -33.3% | 243,580 | -3.3% | 0.01% | -44.0% |
| IPGP | IPG PHOTONICS CORP | $4,599,000 | +34.0% | 30,300 | 0.0% | 0.01% | +16.7% | |
| MSFT | New | MICROSOFT CORP | $201,000 | – | 1,704 | +100.0% | 0.00% | – |
| SPY | Exit | SPDR S&P 500 ETF TRtr unit | $0 | – | -944 | -100.0% | -0.00% | – |
| FMX | Exit | FOMENTO ECONOMICO MEXICANO Sspon adr units | $0 | – | -85,523 | -100.0% | -0.03% | – |
| IWF | Exit | ISHARES TRrus 1000 grw etf | $0 | – | -105,565 | -100.0% | -0.05% | – |
| LOXO | Exit | LOXO ONCOLOGY INC | $0 | – | -1,722,467 | -100.0% | -0.86% | – |
| ALXN | Exit | ALEXION PHARMACEUTICALS INC | $0 | – | -2,766,636 | -100.0% | -0.96% | – |
Original filings
The following EDGAR filing(s) were analyzed to create this report:
- View 13F-HR filed 2019-05-15
About Sands Capital Management
Sands Capital Management is a well-known investment management firm that specializes in growth equity strategies. The company was founded in 1992 by Frank M. Sands Sr. and has since grown to manage over $50 billion in assets for a diverse range of clients, including individuals, institutions, and financial advisors.
At the helm of Sands Capital Management is CEO and Chief Investment Officer, Frank M. Sands Jr. He is responsible for overseeing the firm's investment strategies and ensuring that they align with the company's core values of innovation, collaboration, and excellence. Sands Jr. is supported by a team of experienced investment professionals, including COO and President, Christine L. Johnson, who oversees the firm's day-to-day operations.
Sands Capital Management's investment philosophy is centered around identifying high-quality growth companies that have the potential to generate significant long-term returns. The firm's investment process is rigorous and involves in-depth research and analysis of each potential investment opportunity. Sands Capital Management's portfolio is well-diversified across a range of sectors, including technology, healthcare, and consumer goods.
While past performance is not indicative of future results, Sands Capital Management has a strong track record of delivering consistent returns for its clients. However, it's important to note that investing always carries risks, and investors should carefully consider their investment objectives and risk tolerance before making any investment decisions.
It's important to note that this information is for educational purposes only and has not been fact-checked. As with any investment, it's important to do your own research and consult with a financial advisor before making any investment decisions.
Top long-term holdings
| Name | Quarters owned | Latest quarter owned | Max weighting |
|---|---|---|---|
| VISA INC | 42 | Q3 2023 | 9.1% |
| ASML HOLDING NV ADR | 42 | Q3 2023 | 4.6% |
| NIKE INC | 42 | Q3 2023 | 4.1% |
| MERCADOLIBRE INC | 42 | Q3 2023 | 5.0% |
| AMAZON.COM INC | 40 | Q3 2023 | 8.5% |
| META PLATFORMS INC | 40 | Q3 2023 | 8.1% |
| COSTAR GROUP INC | 36 | Q3 2023 | 2.9% |
| ISHARES TR | 36 | Q3 2023 | 0.7% |
| ANSYS INC | 34 | Q1 2022 | 0.1% |
| EDWARDS LIFESCIENCES CORP | 33 | Q3 2023 | 5.2% |
View Sands Capital Management's complete holdings history.
Latest significant ownerships (13-D/G)
| Filed | Shares | Percentage | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warner Music Group Corp. | July 10, 2023 | ? | ? |
| Sarepta Therapeutics, Inc. | February 14, 2023 | 2,151,378 | 2.5% |
| Fiverr International Ltd. | February 14, 2022 | 1,607,982 | 4.4% |
| Floor & Decor Holdings, Inc. | February 14, 2022 | 4,133,258 | 3.9% |
| Sea Ltd | February 14, 2022 | 18,159,912 | 4.5% |
| Grocery Outlet Holding Corp. | August 05, 2021 | 3,868,762 | 4.0% |
| ABIOMED INC | February 16, 2021 | 1,479,909 | 3.3% |
| bluebird bio, Inc. | February 16, 2021 | 3,163,651 | 4.8% |
| MakeMyTrip LtdSold out | February 16, 2021 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Atlassian Corp Plc | February 14, 2020 | 5,286,626 | 4.3% |
View Sands Capital Management's complete significant-ownership history.
Latest filings
| Type | Filed |
|---|---|
| 13F-HR | 2024-02-13 |
| SC 13G/A | 2024-02-13 |
| SC 13G/A | 2024-02-13 |
| SC 13G | 2024-02-13 |
| SC 13G | 2024-02-13 |
| SC 13G | 2024-02-13 |
| SC 13G | 2024-02-13 |
| 13F-HR | 2023-11-14 |
| 13F-HR | 2023-08-15 |
| SC 13G/A | 2023-07-10 |
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All filings
- Holdings (13F-HR)
- Significant ownership (13-D/G)
- Insider transactions (4, 5, 6)
- Events (8-K)
- Shareholder votes (proxy)
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