The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation focuses on improving health and alleviating extreme poverty. The trust holds the investment assets and transfers proceeds to the foundation to achieve the charitable goals.
Bill Gates's investment portfolio demonstrates a clear preference for stable, blue-chip stocks with significant holdings in cornerstone industries. Microsoft Corporation commands the largest share at 34.8%, reflecting his continued belief in the tech giant he co-founded. His affiliation with Warren Buffett is evident with a substantial 17.4% stake in Berkshire Hathaway Inc., signifying a diversified exposure to a conglomerate with stakes in various sectors. The commitment to sustainability and essential services is highlighted by a 15.6% investment in Waste Management, Inc., aligning with growing environmental concerns. Infrastructure remains a theme with Canadian National Railway Co. encompassing 15.2% of the portfolio, representing an interest in the transportation sector's backbone. Finally, Caterpillar Inc., making up 5.8%, showcases Gates's confidence in heavy industry and construction as pivotal segments of global economic activity. Investors analyzing Bill Gates’s stock selections may observe a strategy focused on resilience, market leadership, and essential services, potentially offering inspiration for balanced investment portfolios.
Q4 2023
Sold 2.7% shares
Sold 2.7% in Q4 2023
Q4 2023
Sold 11.6% shares
Sold 11.6% in Q4 2023
Q3 2022
Increased shares by 89.1%
Added 89.1% in Q3 2022
Q3 2022
Increased shares by 433.4%
Added 433.4% in Q3 2022
Q1 2022
Sold 24.1% shares
Sold 24.1% in Q1 2022
Q4 2023
Sold 9.2% shares
Sold 9.2% in Q4 2023
Q4 2022
Increased shares by 7.2%
Added 7.2% in Q4 2022
Q1 2011
Increased shares by 10.6%
Added 10.6% in Q1 2011
Q3 2022
Increased shares by 187.1%
Added 187.1% in Q3 2022
Q3 2022
New holding
New holding in Q3 2022
Q3 2022
Increased shares by 61.8%
Added 61.8% in Q3 2022
Q3 2023
Increased shares by 0.3%
Added 0.3% in Q3 2023
Q4 2020
Sold 22.3% shares
Sold 22.3% in Q4 2020
Q1 2022
Sold 68.9% shares
Sold 68.9% in Q1 2022
Q3 2023
Increased shares by 1.9%
Added 1.9% in Q3 2023
Q2 2023
New holding
New holding in Q2 2023
Q3 2022
New holding
New holding in Q3 2022
Q4 2022
New holding
New holding in Q4 2022
Q4 2022
New holding
New holding in Q4 2022
Q2 2022
New holding
New holding in Q2 2022
Q3 2021
New holding
New holding in Q3 2021
Q2 2022
New holding
New holding in Q2 2022
Wireless Telecommunications Carriers (except Satellite)
Q4 2011
Sold -4 Million shares
Sold 100% in Q4 2011
Q1 2010
Sold -1.3 Million shares
Sold 100% in Q1 2010
Q4 2008
Sold -250 Thousand shares
Sold 100% in Q4 2008
Q2 2009
Sold -3.54 Million shares
Sold 100% in Q2 2009
Q2 2009
Sold -436 Thousand shares
Sold 100% in Q2 2009
Q2 2009
Sold -2.04 Million shares
Sold 100% in Q2 2009
Q2 2009
Sold -278 Thousand shares
Sold 100% in Q2 2009
Q2 2009
Sold -938 Thousand shares
Sold 100% in Q2 2009
The goal of the Foundation is to tackle the greatest inequities in the world.
The Foundation works with businesses, government, and nonprofits and each partner plays a specific role in accelerating progress.
As of January 2022, the Foundation's funding commitments for COVID-19 surpassed US $2 billion.
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