$4.31 Billion is the total value of Par Capital Management's 47 reported holdings in Q1 2021. The portfolio turnover from Q4 2020 to Q1 2021 was 76.7% .
| Value | Shares | ↓ Weighting | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TRIP | Sell | TRIPADVISOR INC | $622,460,000 | +84.8% | 11,572,046 | -1.1% | 14.43% | +46.9% |
| EXPE | Buy | EXPEDIA GROUP INC | $575,641,000 | +30.7% | 3,344,417 | +0.5% | 13.34% | +3.9% |
| BKNG | Sell | BOOKING HOLDINGS INC | $349,476,000 | -3.1% | 150,000 | -7.4% | 8.10% | -23.0% |
| SYF | Buy | SYNCHRONY FINANCIAL | $300,884,000 | +24.7% | 7,400,000 | +6.5% | 6.97% | -0.9% |
| UAL | Sell | UNITED AIRLS HLDGS INC | $287,700,000 | -5.7% | 5,000,000 | -29.1% | 6.67% | -25.1% |
| SABR | Sell | SABRE CORP | $224,755,000 | +20.4% | 15,175,912 | -2.3% | 5.21% | -4.3% |
| WEX | WEX INC | $209,220,000 | +2.8% | 1,000,000 | 0.0% | 4.85% | -18.3% | |
| ALGT | Sell | ALLEGIANT TRAVEL CO | $183,045,000 | +19.9% | 750,000 | -7.0% | 4.24% | -4.7% |
| BALY | Sell | BALLYS CORPORATION | $176,888,000 | +28.0% | 2,722,184 | -1.1% | 4.10% | +1.7% |
| LUV | SOUTHWEST AIRLS CO | $152,650,000 | +31.0% | 2,500,000 | 0.0% | 3.54% | +4.1% | |
| DAL | Sell | DELTA AIR LINES INC DEL | $144,840,000 | +2.9% | 3,000,000 | -14.3% | 3.36% | -18.2% |
| ALK | Sell | ALASKA AIR GROUP INC | $138,946,000 | -5.0% | 2,007,600 | -28.6% | 3.22% | -24.5% |
| V | VISA INC | $95,279,000 | -3.2% | 450,000 | 0.0% | 2.21% | -23.1% | |
| New | TRIPADVISOR INCput | $82,568,000 | – | 15,350 | +100.0% | 1.91% | – | |
| TRVG | Sell | TRIVAGO N V | $74,063,000 | +44.2% | 17,224,040 | -18.9% | 1.72% | +14.6% |
| SNCY | New | SUN CTRY AIRLS HLDGS INC | $72,176,000 | – | 2,216,312 | +100.0% | 1.67% | – |
| SCHW | SCHWAB CHARLES CORP | $65,180,000 | +22.9% | 1,000,000 | 0.0% | 1.51% | -2.3% | |
| GRPN | New | GROUPON INC | $63,409,000 | – | 1,254,500 | +100.0% | 1.47% | – |
| AAL | Sell | AMERICAN AIRLS GROUP INC | $59,750,000 | -20.3% | 2,500,000 | -47.4% | 1.38% | -36.7% |
| SAVE | Sell | SPIRIT AIRLS INC | $55,350,000 | +40.6% | 1,500,000 | -6.8% | 1.28% | +11.8% |
| ABNB | New | AIRBNB INC | $46,985,000 | – | 250,000 | +100.0% | 1.09% | – |
| PFSI | PENNYMAC FINL SVCS INC NEW | $46,247,000 | +1.9% | 691,600 | 0.0% | 1.07% | -19.0% | |
| TRUE | TRUECAR INC | $45,069,000 | +13.9% | 9,418,804 | 0.0% | 1.04% | -9.4% | |
| JBLU | Buy | JETBLUE AWYS CORP | $41,778,000 | +43.7% | 2,054,000 | +2.7% | 0.97% | +14.2% |
| AXP | Buy | AMERICAN EXPRESS CO | $35,360,000 | +549.9% | 250,000 | +455.6% | 0.82% | +415.7% |
| STT | New | STATE STR CORP | $33,604,000 | – | 400,000 | +100.0% | 0.78% | – |
| VLRS | CONTROLADORA VUELA COMP DE Aspon adr rp 10 | $24,741,000 | +14.8% | 1,735,000 | 0.0% | 0.57% | -8.9% | |
| RRR | RED ROCK RESORTS INCcl a | $20,679,000 | +30.1% | 634,529 | 0.0% | 0.48% | +3.5% | |
| MA | New | MASTERCARD INCORPORATEDcl a | $17,803,000 | – | 50,000 | +100.0% | 0.41% | – |
| GDOT | New | GREEN DOT CORPcl a | $14,248,000 | – | 311,154 | +100.0% | 0.33% | – |
| DFS | Buy | DISCOVER FINL SVCS | $10,996,000 | +86.9% | 115,761 | +78.1% | 0.26% | +48.3% |
| COF | CAPITAL ONE FINL CORP | $7,634,000 | +28.7% | 60,000 | 0.0% | 0.18% | +2.3% | |
| WPCAU | New | WARBURG PINCUS CAPTAL CORP Iunit 99/99/9999 | $7,485,000 | – | 750,000 | +100.0% | 0.17% | – |
| WPCBU | New | WARBURG PINCUS CAPTAL CORP Iunit 99/99/9999 | $5,040,000 | – | 500,000 | +100.0% | 0.12% | – |
| PCYO | Sell | PURE CYCLE CORP | $4,697,000 | -58.2% | 350,000 | -65.0% | 0.11% | -66.8% |
| VGIIU | New | VIRGIN GROUP ACQUISIT CORP Iunit 99/99/9999 | $3,972,000 | – | 400,000 | +100.0% | 0.09% | – |
| CARG | Buy | CARGURUS INC | $2,502,000 | +5.1% | 105,000 | +40.0% | 0.06% | -15.9% |
| WU | New | WESTERN UN CO | $2,466,000 | – | 100,000 | +100.0% | 0.06% | – |
| RXRAU | New | RXR ACQUISITION CORPunit 01/01/2025 | $985,000 | – | 100,000 | +100.0% | 0.02% | – |
| OHPAU | New | ORION ACQUISITION CORPunit 02/19/2026 | $1,000,000 | – | 100,000 | +100.0% | 0.02% | – |
| FUSE | New | FUSION ACQUISITION CORPcl a | $993,000 | – | 100,000 | +100.0% | 0.02% | – |
| FRSGU | New | FIRST RESERVE SUSTAINABLE GWunit 03/05/2026 | $1,000,000 | – | 100,000 | +100.0% | 0.02% | – |
| DMYQU | New | DMY TECHNOLOGY GROUP INC IVunit 99/99/9999 | $1,004,000 | – | 100,000 | +100.0% | 0.02% | – |
| ATAQU | New | ALTIMAR ACQUISITION CORP IIIunit 99/99/9999 | $1,000,000 | – | 100,000 | +100.0% | 0.02% | – |
| AUSU | New | AUSTERLITZ ACQUISITION CORPunit 99/99/9999 | $1,003,000 | – | 100,000 | +100.0% | 0.02% | – |
| ASZU | New | AUSTERLITZ ACQUISITION CORPunit 99/99/9999 | $1,004,000 | – | 100,000 | +100.0% | 0.02% | – |
| ZIXI | New | ZIX CORP | $543,000 | – | 71,900 | +100.0% | 0.01% | – |
| CAR | Exit | AVIS BUDGET GROUP | $0 | – | -65,800 | -100.0% | -0.07% | – |
| CVNA | Exit | CARVANA COcl a | $0 | – | -61,500 | -100.0% | -0.43% | – |
| DVA | Exit | DAVITA INC | $0 | – | -1,216,385 | -100.0% | -4.16% | – |
Original filings
The following EDGAR filing(s) were analyzed to create this report:
- View 13F-HR filed 2021-05-17
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 | 41 | Q2 2023 | 22.2% |
| DELTA AIR LINES INC DEL | 41 | Q2 2023 | 14.3% |
| TRIPADVISOR INC | 41 | Q2 2023 | 14.4% |
| ALASKA AIR GROUP INC | 41 | Q2 2023 | 8.2% |
| CONTROLADORA VUELA COMP DE A | 37 | Q2 2023 | 1.1% |
| UNITED CONTL HLDGS INC | 36 | Q2 2023 | 24.2% |
| WEX INC | 35 | Q2 2023 | 12.6% |
| SOUTHWEST AIRLS CO | 35 | Q2 2023 | 5.2% |
| AMERICAN AIRLS GROUP INC | 34 | Q2 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 | 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 |
| 13F-HR | 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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