$4.42 Billion is the total value of Par Capital Management's 73 reported holdings in Q2 2015. The portfolio turnover from Q1 2015 to Q2 2015 was 12.9% .
| Value | Shares | ↓ Weighting | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DAL | Buy | DELTA AIR LINES INC DEL | $507,987,000 | +0.4% | 12,365,809 | +9.9% | 11.49% | -1.6% |
| EXPE | Buy | EXPEDIA INC DEL | $411,134,000 | +19.3% | 3,759,800 | +2.7% | 9.30% | +17.0% |
| ENT | GLOBAL EAGLE ACQUISITION COR | $377,334,000 | -2.2% | 28,981,072 | 0.0% | 8.53% | -4.1% | |
| ALK | ALASKA AIR GROUP INC | $293,309,000 | -2.6% | 4,552,364 | 0.0% | 6.63% | -4.5% | |
| CHDN | CHURCHILL DOWNS INC | $160,882,000 | +8.8% | 1,286,544 | 0.0% | 3.64% | +6.7% | |
| AAL | AMERICAN AIRLS GROUP INC | $159,740,000 | -24.3% | 4,000,000 | 0.0% | 3.61% | -25.8% | |
| UAL | Buy | UNITED CONTL HLDGS INC | $140,086,000 | +10.5% | 2,642,632 | +40.2% | 3.17% | +8.4% |
| LUV | Buy | SOUTHWEST AIRLS CO | $137,257,000 | +17.0% | 4,148,000 | +56.6% | 3.10% | +14.8% |
| GLPI | Sell | GAMING & LEISURE PPTYS INC | $135,234,000 | -3.4% | 3,688,863 | -2.8% | 3.06% | -5.2% |
| PENN | Buy | PENN NATL GAMING INC | $118,198,000 | +18.2% | 6,441,300 | +0.9% | 2.67% | +15.9% |
| BYD | Buy | BOYD GAMING CORP | $114,578,000 | +12.1% | 7,664,055 | +6.5% | 2.59% | +9.9% |
| QUNR | QUNAR CAYMAN IS LTDspns adr cl b | $109,757,000 | +3.9% | 2,561,416 | 0.0% | 2.48% | +1.8% | |
| TRIP | Sell | TRIPADVISOR INC | $107,390,000 | -38.3% | 1,232,390 | -41.1% | 2.43% | -39.5% |
| TRUE | Buy | TRUECAR INC | $98,138,000 | +838.6% | 8,185,000 | +1297.3% | 2.22% | +820.7% |
| PCLN | PRICELINE COM INC | $97,176,000 | -1.1% | 84,400 | 0.0% | 2.20% | -3.0% | |
| CPA | COPA HOLDINGS SAcl a | $92,088,000 | -18.2% | 1,115,000 | 0.0% | 2.08% | -19.8% | |
| MLCO | Sell | MELCO CROWN ENTMT LTDadr | $88,797,000 | -13.3% | 4,523,519 | -5.2% | 2.01% | -15.0% |
| GM | Buy | GENERAL MTRS CO | $76,777,000 | +25.7% | 2,303,550 | +41.4% | 1.74% | +23.3% |
| URI | Sell | UNITED RENTALS INC | $72,741,000 | -26.1% | 830,184 | -23.1% | 1.64% | -27.6% |
| OC | Buy | OWENS CORNING NEW | $64,134,000 | +4.1% | 1,554,762 | +9.5% | 1.45% | +2.0% |
| VA | VIRGIN AMER INC | $62,228,000 | -4.8% | 2,264,492 | 0.0% | 1.41% | -6.7% | |
| CHGG | CHEGG INC | $58,800,000 | -1.4% | 7,500,000 | 0.0% | 1.33% | -3.3% | |
| RAD | RITE AID CORP | $57,163,000 | -3.9% | 6,845,922 | 0.0% | 1.29% | -5.8% | |
| CP | Buy | CANADIAN PAC RY LTD | $52,876,000 | -0.2% | 330,000 | +13.8% | 1.20% | -2.1% |
| CLH | New | CLEAN HARBORS INC | $51,716,000 | – | 962,337 | +100.0% | 1.17% | – |
| SGMS | SCIENTIFIC GAMES CORPcl a | $47,675,000 | +48.4% | 3,067,900 | 0.0% | 1.08% | +45.5% | |
| PNK | PINNACLE ENTMT INC | $46,951,000 | +3.3% | 1,259,407 | 0.0% | 1.06% | +1.3% | |
| GBX | Sell | GREENBRIER COS INC | $44,302,000 | -46.4% | 945,614 | -33.7% | 1.00% | -47.5% |
| WCG | WELLCARE HEALTH PLANS INC | $42,415,000 | -7.2% | 500,000 | 0.0% | 0.96% | -9.1% | |
| WMS | ADVANCED DRAIN SYS INC DEL | $41,129,000 | -2.0% | 1,402,300 | 0.0% | 0.93% | -3.9% | |
| POZN | POZEN INC | $39,835,000 | +33.5% | 3,863,699 | 0.0% | 0.90% | +31.0% | |
| HTZ | HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS INC | $37,168,000 | -16.4% | 2,051,200 | 0.0% | 0.84% | -18.0% | |
| SERV | New | SERVICEMASTER GLOBAL HLDGS I | $32,824,000 | – | 907,500 | +100.0% | 0.74% | – |
| PCYO | PURECYCLE CORP | $31,111,000 | +3.2% | 5,982,970 | 0.0% | 0.70% | +1.3% | |
| ERI | Sell | ELDORADO RESORTS INC | $29,524,000 | +54.4% | 3,775,395 | -0.7% | 0.67% | +51.5% |
| GWR | Buy | GENESEE & WYO INCcl a | $27,530,000 | +57.4% | 361,382 | +99.2% | 0.62% | +54.6% |
| THC | Sell | TENET HEALTHCARE CORP | $22,729,000 | -48.6% | 392,700 | -56.0% | 0.51% | -49.6% |
| SAVE | SPIRIT AIRLS INC | $21,729,000 | -19.7% | 349,900 | 0.0% | 0.49% | -21.3% | |
| APAM | Buy | ARTISAN PARTNERS ASSET MGMTcl a | $21,372,000 | +17.5% | 460,000 | +15.0% | 0.48% | +15.3% |
| IVZ | Sell | INVESCO LTD | $19,120,000 | -12.4% | 510,000 | -7.3% | 0.43% | -14.1% |
| DOOR | MASONITE INTL CORP NEW | $19,070,000 | +4.2% | 272,000 | 0.0% | 0.43% | +2.1% | |
| V | Buy | VISA INC | $17,325,000 | +10.4% | 258,000 | +7.5% | 0.39% | +8.3% |
| CAR | New | AVIS BUDGET GROUP | $17,009,000 | – | 385,869 | +100.0% | 0.38% | – |
| APC | ANADARKO PETE CORP | $14,632,000 | -5.7% | 187,444 | 0.0% | 0.33% | -7.5% | |
| PGTI | PGT INC | $14,527,000 | +29.8% | 1,001,172 | 0.0% | 0.33% | +27.5% | |
| EXP | Buy | EAGLE MATERIALS INC | $14,472,000 | +24.1% | 189,600 | +35.8% | 0.33% | +21.6% |
| VLRS | Buy | CONTROLADORA VUELA CIA DE AVspon adr rp 10 | $13,051,000 | +23.9% | 1,093,062 | +15.6% | 0.30% | +21.4% |
| ENSG | ENSIGN GROUP INC | $12,765,000 | +9.0% | 250,000 | 0.0% | 0.29% | +7.0% | |
| EVLV | Buy | EVINE LIVE INCcl a | $11,413,000 | -52.3% | 4,242,900 | +19.1% | 0.26% | -53.2% |
| ICE | Sell | INTERCONTINENTALEXCHANGE GRO | $11,404,000 | -18.5% | 51,000 | -15.0% | 0.26% | -20.1% |
| SGY | Sell | STONE ENERGY CORP | $11,331,000 | -63.4% | 900,000 | -57.4% | 0.26% | -64.1% |
| MLI | Sell | MUELLER INDS INC | $11,110,000 | -25.5% | 320,000 | -22.5% | 0.25% | -27.0% |
| CSGP | COSTAR GROUP INC | $10,868,000 | +1.7% | 54,000 | 0.0% | 0.25% | 0.0% | |
| WEX | Buy | WEX INC | $9,346,000 | +9.6% | 82,000 | +3.3% | 0.21% | +7.1% |
| NFX | NEWFIELD EXPL CO | $7,314,000 | +2.9% | 202,500 | 0.0% | 0.16% | +0.6% | |
| SF | Buy | STIFEL FINL CORP | $6,929,000 | +8.1% | 120,000 | +4.3% | 0.16% | +6.1% |
| PRSC | Sell | PROVIDENCE SVC CORP | $6,645,000 | -20.2% | 150,066 | -1.7% | 0.15% | -21.9% |
| MGM | New | MGM RESORTS INTERNATIONAL | $6,572,000 | – | 360,100 | +100.0% | 0.15% | – |
| FRC | FIRST REP BK SAN FRANCISCO C | $6,303,000 | +10.4% | 100,000 | 0.0% | 0.14% | +8.3% | |
| LACO | LAKES ENTMNT INC | $5,979,000 | +6.1% | 658,457 | 0.0% | 0.14% | +3.8% | |
| VRTS | Buy | VIRTUS INVT PARTNERS INC | $5,687,000 | +123.0% | 43,000 | +120.5% | 0.13% | +118.6% |
| WYNN | New | WYNN RESORTS LTD | $4,934,000 | – | 50,000 | +100.0% | 0.11% | – |
| FCX | Sell | FREEPORT-MCMORAN COPPER & GO | $4,469,000 | -56.3% | 240,000 | -55.6% | 0.10% | -57.2% |
| STT | STATE STR CORP | $4,443,000 | +4.7% | 57,700 | 0.0% | 0.10% | +2.0% | |
| QTWO | Buy | Q2 HLDGS INC | $3,531,000 | +56.0% | 125,000 | +16.7% | 0.08% | +53.8% |
| VNTV | VANTIV INCcl a | $3,437,000 | +1.3% | 90,000 | 0.0% | 0.08% | 0.0% | |
| ANGI | Sell | ANGIES LIST INC | $3,394,000 | -42.2% | 551,000 | -44.9% | 0.08% | -43.0% |
| AHP | ASHFORD HOSPITALITY PRIME IN | $3,398,000 | -10.4% | 226,258 | 0.0% | 0.08% | -11.5% | |
| IGT | New | INTERNATIONAL GAME TECHNOLOG | $3,092,000 | – | 174,100 | +100.0% | 0.07% | – |
| RMGN | Buy | RMG NETWORKS HLDG CORP | $3,053,000 | -30.0% | 3,587,293 | +215.5% | 0.07% | -31.7% |
| MMYT | Buy | MAKEMYTRIP LIMITED MAURITIUS | $1,574,000 | -1.7% | 79,973 | +9.6% | 0.04% | -2.7% |
| DVD | DOVER MOTORSPORTS INC | $1,485,000 | -6.7% | 671,931 | 0.0% | 0.03% | -8.1% | |
| FMD | FIRST MARBLEHEAD CORP | $346,000 | -7.5% | 60,000 | 0.0% | 0.01% | -11.1% | |
| VGGL | Exit | VIGGLE INC | $0 | – | -186,951 | -100.0% | -0.01% | – |
| ISLE | Exit | ISLE OF CAPRI CASINOS INC | $0 | – | -326,900 | -100.0% | -0.11% | – |
| LONG | Exit | ELONG INCsponsored adr | $0 | – | -873,573 | -100.0% | -0.35% | – |
Original filings
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- View 13F-HR filed 2015-08-14
Signatures
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About Par Capital Management
Par Capital Management is a Boston-based investment firm that specializes in the airline industry. The company was founded in 1990 by Paul Reeder and Edward Shapiro, both of whom had previously worked at Harvard Management Company. Since its inception, Par Capital has grown to become one of the most successful hedge funds in the world, with over $10 billion in assets under management.
The firm's investment strategy is focused on identifying undervalued companies in the airline industry and investing in them for the long term. Par Capital's portfolio includes a number of major airlines, including Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, and American Airlines. The company is known for its deep understanding of the airline industry and its ability to identify opportunities that other investors may overlook.
Par Capital is led by CEO Paul Reeder and COO Edward Shapiro, both of whom have extensive experience in the finance industry. The firm's Chief Investment Officer is William H. Spiegel, who has been with the company since 1999. Under their leadership, Par Capital has consistently delivered strong returns for its investors, with an average annual return of over 20% since its inception.
Overall, Par Capital Management is a highly respected investment firm with a proven track record of success in the airline industry. While past performance is not a guarantee of future results, the company's deep industry knowledge and experienced leadership team make it a compelling option for investors looking to gain exposure to the airline sector.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| EXPEDIA INC DEL | 42 | Q3 2023 | 22.2% |
| DELTA AIR LINES INC DEL | 42 | Q3 2023 | 14.3% |
| TRIPADVISOR INC | 42 | Q3 2023 | 14.4% |
| ALASKA AIR GROUP INC | 42 | Q3 2023 | 8.2% |
| CONTROLADORA VUELA COMP DE A | 38 | Q3 2023 | 1.1% |
| UNITED CONTL HLDGS INC | 37 | Q3 2023 | 24.2% |
| WEX INC | 36 | Q3 2023 | 13.0% |
| SOUTHWEST AIRLS CO | 36 | Q3 2023 | 5.2% |
| AMERICAN AIRLS GROUP INC | 35 | Q3 2023 | 5.1% |
| PURECYCLE CORP | 33 | Q2 2021 | 1.3% |
View Par Capital Management's complete holdings history.
Latest significant ownerships (13-D/G)
| Filed | Shares | Percentage | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Global Eagle Entertainment Inc. | May 22, 2014 | 29,478,011 | 41.0% |
| Orbitz Worldwide, Inc. | November 16, 2009 | 24,624,125 | 24.4% |
| US AIRWAYS GROUP INC | March 17, 2006 | 11,768,485 | 14.3% |
| DECKERS OUTDOOR CORP | February 14, 2006 | 1,147,567 | 9.3% |
| D&K HEALTHCARE RESOURCES INCSold out | February 14, 2006 | 0 | 0.0% |
| FLYI INCSold out | February 14, 2006 | 0 | 0.0% |
| LODGENET ENTERTAINMENT CORP | February 14, 2006 | 750,000 | 4.1% |
| PURE CYCLE CORP | February 14, 2006 | 1,996,739 | 13.7% |
| ULTIMATE ELECTRONICS INCSold out | February 14, 2006 | 0 | 0.0% |
| AMERICA WEST HOLDINGS CORP | February 14, 2005 | 603,000 | 1.7% |
View Par Capital Management's complete significant-ownership history.
Latest filings
| Type | Filed |
|---|---|
| 13F-HR | 2024-02-14 |
| 13F-HR | 2023-11-14 |
| 13F-HR | 2023-08-14 |
| 13F-HR | 2023-05-15 |
| 13F-HR | 2023-02-14 |
| 13F-HR | 2022-11-14 |
| 13F-HR | 2022-08-15 |
| 13F-HR | 2022-05-16 |
| 13F-HR | 2022-02-14 |
| 13F-HR/A | 2021-11-15 |
View Par Capital Management's complete filings history.
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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