$2.25 Billion is the total value of Nantahala Capital Management's 91 reported holdings in Q4 2017. The portfolio turnover from Q3 2017 to Q4 2017 was 36.4% .
| Value | Shares | ↓ Weighting | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IWM | Sell | ISHARES TRput | $463,478,000 | -15.0% | 3,040,000 | -17.4% | 20.60% | -23.0% |
| SGMS | Buy | SCIENTIFIC GAMES CORPcall | $172,060,000 | +19.5% | 3,354,000 | +6.8% | 7.65% | +8.3% |
| EXAS | EXACT SCIENCES CORPput | $110,334,000 | +11.5% | 2,100,000 | 0.0% | 4.90% | +1.1% | |
| SPY | Sell | SPDR S&P 500 ETF TRcall | $106,744,000 | -29.2% | 400,000 | -33.3% | 4.74% | -35.8% |
| SPY | Sell | SPDR S&P 500 ETF TRput | $106,744,000 | -39.3% | 400,000 | -42.9% | 4.74% | -45.0% |
| HYG | New | ISHARES TRput | $87,260,000 | – | 1,000,000 | +100.0% | 3.88% | – |
| AABA | Buy | ALTABA INC | $81,843,000 | +20.9% | 1,171,691 | +14.7% | 3.64% | +9.6% |
| RH | Sell | RHcall | $76,520,000 | -9.3% | 887,600 | -26.0% | 3.40% | -17.8% |
| XBI | New | SPDR SERIES TRUSTput | $71,978,000 | – | 848,100 | +100.0% | 3.20% | – |
| FCAU | Buy | FIAT CHRYSLER AUTOMOBILES Ncall | $57,088,000 | +44.9% | 3,200,000 | +45.5% | 2.54% | +31.3% |
| CDXS | Buy | CODEXIS INC | $55,778,000 | +29.0% | 6,679,954 | +2.8% | 2.48% | +16.9% |
| WRLD | Buy | WORLD ACCEP CORP DEL | $41,950,000 | +13.3% | 519,699 | +16.3% | 1.86% | +2.7% |
| CASH | META FINL GROUP INC | $41,503,000 | +18.2% | 447,952 | 0.0% | 1.84% | +7.1% | |
| LXFR | New | LUXFER HOLDINGS PLC | $40,880,000 | – | 2,587,341 | +100.0% | 1.82% | – |
| QURE | Buy | UNIQURE NV | $36,847,000 | +242.7% | 1,880,890 | +68.0% | 1.64% | +210.8% |
| GDEN | GOLDEN ENTMT INC | $35,632,000 | +33.9% | 1,091,329 | 0.0% | 1.58% | +21.4% | |
| SODA | Buy | SODASTREAM INTERNATIONAL LTDcall | $31,653,000 | +58.8% | 450,000 | +50.0% | 1.41% | +43.9% |
| THC | New | TENET HEALTHCARE CORPcall | $30,320,000 | – | 2,000,000 | +100.0% | 1.35% | – |
| AKBA | Buy | AKEBIA THERAPEUTICS INC | $28,757,000 | +6.9% | 1,933,867 | +41.4% | 1.28% | -3.1% |
| WRLD | WORLD ACCEP CORP DELcall | $28,252,000 | -2.6% | 350,000 | 0.0% | 1.26% | -11.7% | |
| SODA | Sell | SODASTREAM INTERNATIONAL LTD | $28,136,000 | -15.3% | 400,000 | -20.0% | 1.25% | -23.2% |
| QADA | Sell | QAD INCcl a | $26,789,000 | +1.2% | 689,531 | -10.6% | 1.19% | -8.3% |
| THC | New | TENET HEALTHCARE CORP | $24,972,000 | – | 1,647,200 | +100.0% | 1.11% | – |
| DLB | Sell | DOLBY LABORATORIES INC | $24,501,000 | -45.0% | 395,170 | -49.0% | 1.09% | -50.1% |
| AFI | Buy | ARMSTRONG FLOORING INC | $23,744,000 | +21.5% | 1,403,321 | +13.1% | 1.06% | +10.1% |
| TBBK | Sell | BANCORP INC DEL | $22,329,000 | +8.0% | 2,260,013 | -9.6% | 0.99% | -2.2% |
| HRB | BLOCK H & R INCput | $20,976,000 | -1.0% | 800,000 | 0.0% | 0.93% | -10.3% | |
| ARQL | Buy | ARQULE INC | $20,167,000 | +77.4% | 12,222,130 | +19.4% | 0.90% | +60.9% |
| ENT | Buy | GLOBAL EAGLE ENTMT INC | $19,925,000 | -22.6% | 8,700,979 | +15.6% | 0.89% | -29.8% |
| DXPE | New | DXP ENTERPRISES INC NEW | $18,267,000 | – | 617,750 | +100.0% | 0.81% | – |
| PETS | PETMED EXPRESS INCput | $18,200,000 | +37.3% | 400,000 | 0.0% | 0.81% | +24.5% | |
| PRTY | New | PARTY CITY HOLDCO INC | $18,121,000 | – | 1,298,996 | +100.0% | 0.80% | – |
| HTZGQ | HERTZ GLOBAL HLDGS INCcall | $17,680,000 | -1.2% | 800,000 | 0.0% | 0.79% | -10.4% | |
| HCA | New | HCA HEALTHCARE INCput | $17,568,000 | – | 200,000 | +100.0% | 0.78% | – |
| SGYPQ | New | SYNERGY PHARMACEUTICALS DEL | $15,610,000 | – | 7,000,000 | +100.0% | 0.69% | – |
| ONDK | Buy | ON DECK CAP INC | $13,110,000 | +40.4% | 2,284,020 | +14.3% | 0.58% | +27.3% |
| ASCMA | Buy | ASCENT CAP GROUP INC | $12,837,000 | +42.0% | 1,117,232 | +61.1% | 0.57% | +28.9% |
| JMBA | Buy | JAMBA INC | $11,968,000 | +6.2% | 1,484,835 | +13.9% | 0.53% | -3.6% |
| ELVT | Buy | ELEVATE CREDIT INC | $11,544,000 | +216.5% | 1,533,044 | +156.8% | 0.51% | +186.6% |
| CGNT | COGENTIX MED INC | $11,466,000 | +23.1% | 3,639,853 | 0.0% | 0.51% | +11.6% | |
| RRR | New | RED ROCK RESORTS INCput | $10,966,000 | – | 325,000 | +100.0% | 0.49% | – |
| ORM | Buy | OWENS RLTY MTG INC | $10,065,000 | -9.7% | 628,697 | +2.7% | 0.45% | -18.1% |
| OSPRU | OSPREY ENERGY ACQUISITION COunit 07/21/2022 | $9,990,000 | +0.3% | 1,000,000 | 0.0% | 0.44% | -9.0% | |
| AGLE | Buy | AEGLEA BIOTHERAPEUTICS INC | $9,980,000 | +26.3% | 1,844,673 | +15.1% | 0.44% | +14.7% |
| QURE | New | UNIQURE NVcall | $9,795,000 | – | 500,000 | +100.0% | 0.44% | – |
| BPI | Sell | BRIDGEPOINT ED INC | $6,778,000 | -44.8% | 816,609 | -36.1% | 0.30% | -50.0% |
| DLB | DOLBY LABORATORIES INCcall | $6,200,000 | +7.8% | 100,000 | 0.0% | 0.28% | -2.1% | |
| FNTE | Buy | FINTECH ACQUISITION CORP II | $5,996,000 | +22.4% | 604,498 | +20.9% | 0.27% | +11.2% |
| BXG | New | BLUEGREEN VACATIONS CORP | $5,935,000 | – | 325,000 | +100.0% | 0.26% | – |
| NATR | NATURES SUNSHINE PRODUCTS IN | $5,902,000 | +13.8% | 510,989 | 0.0% | 0.26% | +3.1% | |
| CCXI | Buy | CHEMOCENTRYX INC | $5,623,000 | +11.8% | 945,074 | +39.4% | 0.25% | +1.2% |
| SHOS | Buy | SEARS HOMETOWN & OUTLET STOR | $5,579,000 | +38.9% | 2,145,651 | +36.2% | 0.25% | +25.9% |
| GME | GAMESTOP CORP NEWput | $5,385,000 | -13.1% | 300,000 | 0.0% | 0.24% | -21.4% | |
| CURO | New | CURO GROUP HLDGS CORP | $5,280,000 | – | 375,000 | +100.0% | 0.24% | – |
| BPI | BRIDGEPOINT ED INCcall | $4,565,000 | -13.5% | 550,000 | 0.0% | 0.20% | -21.6% | |
| TLYS | Buy | TILLYS INCcl a | $4,501,000 | +67.4% | 304,949 | +36.0% | 0.20% | +51.5% |
| XELA | New | EXELA TECHNOLOGIES INC | $4,382,000 | – | 850,793 | +100.0% | 0.20% | – |
| LINC | Buy | LINCOLN EDL SVCS CORP | $4,363,000 | -14.0% | 2,159,705 | +6.4% | 0.19% | -22.1% |
| EMMS | EMMIS COMMUNICATIONS CORP | $3,847,000 | +6.0% | 1,092,951 | 0.0% | 0.17% | -3.9% | |
| CRMT | AMERICAS CAR MART INC | $3,766,000 | +8.6% | 84,348 | 0.0% | 0.17% | -1.8% | |
| GLMD | New | GALMED PHARMACEUTICALS LTD | $3,660,000 | – | 400,000 | +100.0% | 0.16% | – |
| MFCB | Buy | MFC BANCORP LTD | $3,643,000 | +145.7% | 467,594 | +196.1% | 0.16% | +121.9% |
| SHLDQ | SEARS HLDGS CORPcall | $3,580,000 | -51.0% | 1,000,000 | 0.0% | 0.16% | -55.6% | |
| SHLDQ | New | SEARS HLDGS CORPput | $3,580,000 | – | 1,000,000 | +100.0% | 0.16% | – |
| DVD | DOVER MOTORSPORTS INC | $3,365,000 | -4.9% | 1,725,789 | 0.0% | 0.15% | -13.3% | |
| TWMC | Sell | TRANS WORLD ENTMT CORP | $3,309,000 | -9.1% | 1,813,149 | -0.4% | 0.15% | -17.9% |
| TAXA | Buy | LIBERTY TAX INCcl a | $3,005,000 | -10.5% | 273,198 | +17.2% | 0.13% | -18.8% |
| STRM | STREAMLINE HEALTH SOLUTIONS | $2,975,000 | +15.0% | 1,760,297 | 0.0% | 0.13% | +3.9% | |
| RLGT | Sell | RADIANT LOGISTICS INC | $2,416,000 | -26.2% | 525,300 | -14.8% | 0.11% | -33.1% |
| DDE | Buy | DOVER DOWNS GAMING & ENTMT I | $1,924,000 | +18.3% | 1,886,458 | +19.4% | 0.09% | +7.5% |
| UTI | UNIVERSAL TECHNICAL INST INC | $1,603,000 | -30.8% | 667,946 | 0.0% | 0.07% | -37.7% | |
| PTIE | PAIN THERAPEUTICS INC | $1,388,000 | -1.8% | 347,053 | 0.0% | 0.06% | -10.1% | |
| CRHM | New | CRH MEDICAL CORP | $1,258,000 | – | 477,688 | +100.0% | 0.06% | – |
| LEE | LEE ENTERPRISES INC | $1,105,000 | +6.9% | 470,000 | 0.0% | 0.05% | -3.9% | |
| FNTEW | FINTECH ACQUISITION CORP II*w exp 01/19/202 | $345,000 | +8.8% | 249,999 | 0.0% | 0.02% | -6.2% | |
| RBCAA | REPUBLIC BANCORP KYcl a | $280,000 | -2.4% | 7,371 | 0.0% | 0.01% | -14.3% | |
| EPM | Exit | EVOLUTION PETROLEUM CORP | $0 | – | -130,615 | -100.0% | -0.05% | – |
| DNOW | Exit | NOW INC | $0 | – | -150,000 | -100.0% | -0.10% | – |
| AVXS | Exit | AVEXIS INCput | $0 | – | -100,000 | -100.0% | -0.47% | – |
| MDCO | Exit | MEDICINES COcall | $0 | – | -300,000 | -100.0% | -0.54% | – |
| SGMS | Exit | SCIENTIFIC GAMES CORPcl a | $0 | – | -500,000 | -100.0% | -1.12% | – |
| FCFS | Exit | FIRSTCASH INC | $0 | – | -430,250 | -100.0% | -1.33% | – |
| LXFR | Exit | LUXFER HLDGS PLCsponsored adr | $0 | – | -2,357,651 | -100.0% | -1.44% | – |
Original filings
The following EDGAR filing(s) were analyzed to create this report:
- View 13F-HR filed 2018-02-14
About Nantahala Capital Management
Nantahala Capital Management is a hedge fund that was founded in 2004 by Wil Harkey. The firm is headquartered in Connecticut and has additional offices in New York and North Carolina. Nantahala Capital Management primarily invests in the technology, healthcare, and consumer sectors. The firm has a long-term investment approach and seeks to identify undervalued companies with strong growth potential.
Wil Harkey serves as the CEO and Chief Investment Officer of Nantahala Capital Management. He has over 20 years of experience in the finance industry and previously worked at Goldman Sachs and Maverick Capital. In addition to Harkey, the firm's leadership team includes COO and General Counsel, David Kozak, and CFO, Michael Kozak.
Nantahala Capital Management has a strong track record of generating positive returns for its investors. The firm's flagship fund, the Nantahala Fund, has delivered an annualized return of over 20% since its inception in 2006. The firm's success can be attributed to its disciplined investment approach and focus on long-term value creation.
Overall, Nantahala Capital Management is a well-respected hedge fund with a talented leadership team and a strong track record of performance. However, as with any investment, it is important for investors to conduct their own due diligence and carefully consider the risks before investing in the firm's funds.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| ISHARES TR | 42 | Q3 2023 | 27.2% |
| CODEXIS INC | 42 | Q3 2023 | 3.9% |
| PATHWARD FINANCIAL INC | 35 | Q3 2023 | 6.3% |
| SCIENTIFIC GAMES CORP | 34 | Q3 2022 | 5.3% |
| DOVER MOTORSPORTS INC | 34 | Q3 2021 | 0.5% |
| GOLDEN ENTMT INC | 33 | Q3 2023 | 2.1% |
| QAD INC | 32 | Q3 2021 | 2.6% |
| SCIENTIFIC GAMES CORP | 31 | Q4 2021 | 7.7% |
| DOLBY LABORATORIES INC | 31 | Q4 2020 | 5.6% |
| LINCOLN EDL SVCS CORP | 31 | Q4 2021 | 0.7% |
View Nantahala Capital Management's complete holdings history.
Latest significant ownerships (13-D/G)
| Filed | Shares | Percentage | |
|---|---|---|---|
| AYTU BIOPHARMA, INC | June 16, 2023 | 1,086,812 | 19.7% |
| Acer Therapeutics Inc. | February 14, 2023 | 1,226,191 | 7.5% |
| Aeglea BioTherapeutics, Inc. | February 14, 2023 | 4,611,302 | 7.5% |
| AKUMIN INC. | February 14, 2023 | 2,206,960 | 2.5% |
| ALTA EQUIPMENT GROUP INC. | February 14, 2023 | 1,188,985 | 3.7% |
| Apollo Endosurgery, Inc. | February 14, 2023 | 4,056,627 | 9.9% |
| Autolus Therapeutics plc | February 14, 2023 | 7,782,018 | 4.7% |
| Bioventus Inc. | February 14, 2023 | 3,168,574 | 5.1% |
| CATALYST BIOSCIENCES, INC. | February 14, 2023 | 438,055 | 1.4% |
| Drive Shack Inc. | February 14, 2023 | 6,500,000 | 7.0% |
View Nantahala Capital Management's complete significant-ownership history.
Latest filings
| Type | Filed |
|---|---|
| 4 | 2024-03-21 |
| 4 | 2024-03-15 |
| SC 13G | 2024-03-11 |
| 13F-HR/A | 2024-02-15 |
| 13F-HR | 2024-02-14 |
| SC 13G/A | 2024-02-14 |
| SC 13G/A | 2024-02-14 |
| SC 13G/A | 2024-02-14 |
| SC 13G/A | 2024-02-14 |
| SC 13G/A | 2024-02-14 |
View Nantahala 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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