$262 Million is the total value of Chou Associates Management's 27 reported holdings in Q2 2016. The portfolio turnover from Q1 2016 to Q2 2016 was 24.0% .
| Value | Shares | ↓ Weighting | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BRKA | BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY INC DELcl a | $32,546,000 | +1.5% | 150 | 0.0% | 12.42% | +19.3% | |
| VRX | Buy | VALEANT PHARMACEUTICALS INT INC | $29,139,000 | +13.3% | 1,446,843 | +48.1% | 11.12% | +33.2% |
| RFP | RESOLUTE FST PRODS INC | $25,946,000 | -4.1% | 4,904,752 | 0.0% | 9.90% | +12.7% | |
| JPMWS | JPMORGAN CHASE & COw exp 10/28/201 | $22,809,000 | +14.3% | 1,126,347 | 0.0% | 8.70% | +34.3% | |
| NOK | NOKIA CORPsponsored adr | $21,337,000 | -3.9% | 3,750,000 | 0.0% | 8.14% | +13.0% | |
| SHLDQ | Buy | SEARS HLDGS CORP | $19,484,000 | +23.2% | 1,431,610 | +38.8% | 7.44% | +44.8% |
| C | CITIGROUP INC | $17,380,000 | +1.4% | 410,000 | 0.0% | 6.63% | +19.2% | |
| SNY | SANOFIsponsored adr | $17,158,000 | +4.1% | 410,000 | 0.0% | 6.55% | +22.3% | |
| WFCWS | WELLS FARGO & CO NEWw exp 10/28/201 | $13,586,000 | -13.1% | 997,500 | 0.0% | 5.18% | +2.1% | |
| GS | GOLDMAN SACHS GROUP INC | $11,144,000 | -5.5% | 75,000 | 0.0% | 4.25% | +11.1% | |
| OSTK | OVERSTOCK COM INC DEL | $9,380,000 | +11.9% | 582,271 | 0.0% | 3.58% | +31.5% | |
| SHOS | SEARS HOMETOWN & OUTLET STOR | $8,912,000 | +4.8% | 1,322,209 | 0.0% | 3.40% | +23.3% | |
| MBI | MBIA INC | $7,382,000 | -22.9% | 1,080,797 | 0.0% | 2.82% | -9.4% | |
| ASCMA | New | ASCENT CAP GROUP INC | $5,233,000 | – | 340,000 | +100.0% | 2.00% | – |
| BB | BLACKBERRY LTD | $3,550,000 | -17.4% | 529,040 | 0.0% | 1.36% | -2.9% | |
| New | COMPUCREDIT HLDGS CORPnote 5.875%11/3 | $3,432,000 | – | 7,800,000 | +100.0% | 1.31% | – | |
| BACWSA | BANK AMER CORPw exp 01/16/201 | $2,912,000 | -10.7% | 836,825 | 0.0% | 1.11% | +5.0% | |
| CBI | New | CHICAGO BRIDGE & IRON CO N V | $2,336,000 | – | 67,446 | +100.0% | 0.89% | – |
| SRSCQ | SEARS CDA INC | $2,310,000 | +6.3% | 775,149 | 0.0% | 0.88% | +25.1% | |
| ASCENT CAP GROUP INCnote 4.000% 7/1 | $1,524,000 | -96.2% | 2,683,000 | 0.0% | 0.58% | -95.5% | ||
| RYAAY | RYANAIR HLDGS PLCsponsored adr | $1,153,000 | -19.0% | 16,575 | 0.0% | 0.44% | -4.8% | |
| PKX | POSCOsponsored adr | $935,000 | -6.0% | 21,000 | 0.0% | 0.36% | +10.5% | |
| CYD | CHINA YUCHAI INTL LTD | $794,000 | +9.7% | 73,364 | 0.0% | 0.30% | +28.9% | |
| AZN | ASTRAZENECA PLCsponsored adr | $773,000 | +5.9% | 13,000 | 0.0% | 0.30% | +24.5% | |
| GSK | GLAXOSMITHKLINE PLCsponsored adr | $384,000 | +4.9% | 18,000 | 0.0% | 0.15% | +23.5% | |
| BP | BP PLCsponsored adr | $355,000 | +17.5% | 10,000 | 0.0% | 0.14% | +37.8% | |
| GMWSB | New | GENERAL MTRS COw exp 07/10/201 | $136,000 | – | 13,019 | +100.0% | 0.05% | – |
| Exit | CHICAGO BRIDGE & IRON CO N C | $0 | – | -67,446 | -100.0% | -0.80% | – | |
| Exit | ASCENT CAP GROUP INC | $0 | – | -340,000 | -100.0% | -6.87% | – |
Original filings
The following EDGAR filing(s) were analyzed to create this report:
- View 13F-HR/A filed 2016-08-11
About Chou Associates Management
Chou Associates Management is a well-known investment management firm that was founded by Francis Chou in 1981. The company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada, and has a reputation for its value investing approach. Chou Associates Management is known for its long-term investment strategy, which focuses on buying undervalued stocks and holding them for an extended period.
Francis Chou, the founder of the company, is a well-respected figure in the investment community. He is known for his disciplined approach to investing and his ability to identify undervalued companies. Chou is the Chief Investment Officer of the company and is responsible for overseeing the investment strategy.
Chou Associates Management has a team of experienced professionals who work together to identify investment opportunities. The company's investment philosophy is based on the principles of value investing, which involves buying stocks that are trading at a discount to their intrinsic value.
The company's portfolio is diversified across various sectors, including technology, healthcare, and financials. Some of the top holdings in the portfolio include Berkshire Hathaway, Wells Fargo, and Microsoft.
Overall, Chou Associates Management is a reputable investment management firm that has a long track record of success. The company's disciplined approach to investing and its focus on value investing make it an attractive option for investors who are looking for a long-term investment strategy.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY INC DEL | 42 | Q3 2023 | 56.7% |
| CITIGROUP INC | 42 | Q3 2023 | 8.1% |
| MBIA INC | 42 | Q3 2023 | 5.0% |
| CHINA YUCHAI INTL LTD | 42 | Q3 2023 | 1.3% |
| BLACKBERRY LTD | 41 | Q3 2023 | 2.6% |
| RESOLUTE FST PRODS INC | 39 | Q4 2022 | 28.5% |
| GOLDMAN SACHS GROUP INC | 38 | Q3 2022 | 8.2% |
| RYANAIR HOLDINGS PLC | 32 | Q3 2023 | 0.6% |
| SANOFI | 28 | Q1 2020 | 7.5% |
| POSCO HOLDINGS INC | 28 | Q3 2022 | 1.0% |
View Chou Associates Management's complete holdings history.
Latest significant ownerships (13-D/G)
| Filed | Shares | Percentage | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Resolute Forest Products Inc. | April 13, 2020 | ? | ? |
| Ascent Capital Group, Inc. | February 13, 2017 | 517,319 | 4.3% |
| Resolute Forest Products Inc. | February 13, 2017 | 7,190,395 | 8.0% |
| SEARS HOMETOWN & OUTLET STORES, INC. | February 16, 2016 | 1,519,222 | 6.7% |
| OVERSTOCK.COM, INC | February 13, 2014 | 597,271 | 2.5% |
| MCCLATCHY COSold out | February 15, 2013 | 0 | 0.0% |
| MEDIA GENERAL INC | February 12, 2010 | 949,082 | 4.3% |
View Chou Associates 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 | 2022-11-15 |
| 13F-HR | 2022-08-15 |
| 13F-HR | 2022-05-16 |
| 13F-HR | 2022-02-14 |
| 13F-HR | 2021-11-15 |
View Chou Associates 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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