$8.24 Billion is the total value of Brown Capital Management's 130 reported holdings in Q4 2017. The portfolio turnover from Q3 2017 to Q4 2017 was 17.2% .
| Value | Shares | ↓ Weighting | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CGNX | Buy | COGNEX CORP | $412,033,000 | -6.8% | 6,736,963 | +68.0% | 5.00% | -7.1% |
| PRLB | Buy | PROTO LABS INC | $401,348,000 | +31.4% | 3,896,579 | +2.4% | 4.87% | +31.1% |
| MANH | Buy | MANHATTAN ASSOCS INC | $388,674,000 | +31.5% | 7,845,670 | +10.4% | 4.72% | +31.2% |
| INGN | Buy | INOGEN INC | $269,205,000 | +27.5% | 2,260,706 | +1.8% | 3.27% | +27.2% |
| ABMD | Buy | ABIOMED INC | $268,024,000 | +14.6% | 1,430,147 | +3.1% | 3.25% | +14.3% |
| ELLI | Buy | ELLIE MAE INC | $248,113,000 | +21.8% | 2,775,314 | +11.9% | 3.01% | +21.5% |
| VCRA | Buy | VOCERA COMMUNICATIONS INC | $130,762,000 | -3.7% | 4,326,995 | +0.0% | 1.59% | -3.9% |
| IRWD | Buy | IRONWOOD PHARMACEUTICALS INC | $93,895,000 | -4.2% | 6,263,825 | +0.7% | 1.14% | -4.4% |
| CSII | Buy | CARDIOVASCULAR SYS INC DEL | $63,004,000 | -10.0% | 2,659,509 | +7.0% | 0.76% | -10.2% |
| SSL | Buy | SASOL LTDsponsored adr | $19,330,000 | +31.5% | 565,045 | +5.8% | 0.24% | +31.3% |
| IVZ | Buy | INVESCO LTD | $15,783,000 | +4.4% | 431,934 | +0.1% | 0.19% | +4.3% |
| MASI | Buy | MASIMO CORP | $8,353,000 | -1.2% | 98,506 | +0.8% | 0.10% | -1.9% |
| AVDL | Buy | AVADEL PHARMACEUTICALS PLCsponsored adr | $7,257,000 | -21.2% | 885,046 | +0.9% | 0.09% | -21.4% |
| MELI | Buy | MERCADOLIBRE INC | $6,951,000 | +28.6% | 22,090 | +5.8% | 0.08% | +27.3% |
| IRTC | New | IRHYTHM TECHNOLOGIES INC | $5,053,000 | – | 90,150 | +100.0% | 0.06% | – |
| GWPH | Buy | GW PHARMACEUTICALS PLCads | $4,921,000 | +43.6% | 37,280 | +10.4% | 0.06% | +42.9% |
| ORBK | Buy | ORBOTECH LTDord | $4,860,000 | +28.4% | 96,742 | +7.9% | 0.06% | +28.3% |
| CYBR | Buy | CYBERARK SOFTWARE LTD | $2,750,000 | +32.2% | 66,449 | +31.0% | 0.03% | +32.0% |
| FAST | Buy | FASTENAL CO | $1,389,000 | +22.7% | 25,398 | +2.2% | 0.02% | +21.4% |
| RHT | Buy | RED HAT INC | $985,000 | +11.3% | 8,202 | +2.8% | 0.01% | +9.1% |
| SITE | Buy | SITEONE LANDSCAPE SUPPLY INC | $934,000 | +36.4% | 12,173 | +3.2% | 0.01% | +37.5% |
| ULTA | Buy | ULTA BEAUTY INC | $843,000 | +16.3% | 3,770 | +17.5% | 0.01% | +11.1% |
| ULTI | Buy | ULTIMATE SOFTWARE GROUP INC | $809,000 | +19.3% | 3,707 | +3.6% | 0.01% | +25.0% |
| LKQ | Buy | LKQ CORP | $819,000 | +16.8% | 20,133 | +3.4% | 0.01% | +11.1% |
| IPGP | Buy | IPG PHOTONICS CORP | $847,000 | +19.8% | 3,957 | +3.6% | 0.01% | +11.1% |
| EW | Buy | EDWARDS LIFESCIENCES CORP | $669,000 | +37.7% | 5,934 | +33.5% | 0.01% | +33.3% |
| V | Buy | VISA INC | $660,000 | +9.8% | 5,786 | +1.3% | 0.01% | +14.3% |
| AMZN | New | AMAZON COM INC | $660,000 | – | 564 | +100.0% | 0.01% | – |
| CRM | New | SALESFORCE COM INC | $560,000 | – | 5,475 | +100.0% | 0.01% | – |
| RP | Buy | REALPAGE INC | $478,000 | +18.0% | 10,783 | +6.2% | 0.01% | +20.0% |
| MCD | Buy | MCDONALDS CORP | $443,000 | +17.2% | 2,571 | +6.5% | 0.01% | 0.0% |
| ZTS | New | ZOETIS INCcl a | $307,000 | – | 4,257 | +100.0% | 0.00% | – |
| BFAM | New | BRIGHT HORIZONS FAM SOL IN D | $314,000 | – | 3,339 | +100.0% | 0.00% | – |
| TRMB | Buy | TRIMBLE INC | $284,000 | +8.0% | 6,999 | +4.5% | 0.00% | 0.0% |
Original filings
The following EDGAR filing(s) were analyzed to create this report:
- View 13F-HR filed 2018-02-14
About Brown Capital Management
Brown Capital Management is a Baltimore-based investment management firm that was founded in 1983 by Eddie C. Brown. The firm specializes in small and mid-cap growth equity investments and has a long-standing reputation for delivering strong returns to its clients. Brown Capital Management has a team of experienced investment professionals, including its current CEO, Keith Lee, and its Chief Investment Officer, Ken Torrey.
The firm's investment philosophy is centered around identifying companies with strong growth potential and a competitive advantage in their respective industries. Brown Capital Management's investment process involves rigorous fundamental analysis and a focus on long-term value creation. The firm's investment strategies include the Small Company Growth Strategy, the Mid Company Growth Strategy, and the International Small Company Growth Strategy.
Brown Capital Management has a strong track record of delivering consistent returns to its clients. The firm's Small Company Growth Strategy has outperformed its benchmark, the Russell 2000 Growth Index, over the long term. The Mid Company Growth Strategy has also delivered strong returns, outperforming its benchmark, the Russell Midcap Growth Index, since its inception.
Overall, Brown Capital Management is a well-respected investment management firm with a proven track record of delivering strong returns to its clients. With a team of experienced investment professionals and a disciplined investment process, the firm is well-positioned to continue delivering value to its clients in the years to come.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| TYLER TECHNOLOGIES INC | 42 | Q3 2023 | 5.6% |
| COGNEX CORP | 42 | Q3 2023 | 5.8% |
| MANHATTAN ASSOCS INC | 42 | Q3 2023 | 5.6% |
| ANSYS INC | 42 | Q3 2023 | 5.1% |
| NEOGEN CORP | 42 | Q3 2023 | 5.3% |
| PROS HOLDINGS INC | 42 | Q3 2023 | 3.9% |
| ICON PLC | 42 | Q3 2023 | 0.8% |
| APPLE INC | 42 | Q3 2023 | 0.3% |
| T. Rowe Price Group Inc. | 42 | Q3 2023 | 0.5% |
| TRACTOR SUPPLY CO | 42 | Q3 2023 | 0.5% |
View Brown Capital Management's complete holdings history.
Latest significant ownerships (13-D/G)
| Filed | Shares | Percentage | |
|---|---|---|---|
| AMERICAN SOFTWARE INC | February 14, 2023 | 1,177,634 | 3.7% |
| Cardiovascular Systems Inc | February 14, 2023 | 2,904,759 | 6.9% |
| DUCK CREEK TECHNOLOGIES, INC. | February 14, 2023 | 4,560,206 | 3.4% |
| IRONWOOD PHARMACEUTICALS INC | February 14, 2023 | 3,997,045 | 2.6% |
| MANHATTAN ASSOCIATES INC | February 14, 2023 | 2,472,331 | 4.0% |
| Proto Labs Inc | February 14, 2023 | 730,716 | 2.7% |
| QuidelOrtho Corp | February 14, 2023 | 798,088 | 1.2% |
| SMARTSHEET INC | February 14, 2023 | 6,067,397 | 4.6% |
| DMC Global Inc. | October 11, 2022 | ? | ? |
| NEOGEN CORP | October 11, 2022 | 8,739,338 | 4.0% |
View Brown Capital Management's complete significant-ownership history.
Latest filings
| Type | Filed |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| SC 13G/A | 2024-02-14 |
| SC 13G/A | 2024-02-14 |
| SC 13G/A | 2024-02-14 |
| SC 13G/A | 2024-02-14 |
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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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