What is a Form 13F?

A Form 13F is a requirement for institutional investment managers that invest in Section 13(f) securities and hold $100 million or more in assets under management. If you’re considering working with an investment advisor, you may review their most recent Form 13F filing to learn more about their investment strategy.

Why is it important to read 13F filings?

Knowing the nature of a particular funds investment strategy is therefore crucial when reading its 13F filings. Another important element of the 13F report is that it only tracks activity conducted on domestic exchanges. With the exception of ADRs, 13Fs do not show a fund's holdings via international exchanges.

Do hedge funds need to file a 13F?

Each quarter, the SEC requires that hedge funds file a 13F form detailing each company's holdings in a variety of areas and categories. Investors commonly turn to these filings, which are available to the public and widely discussed, for ideas about where some of the most wealthy and prominent financial leaders are putting their money.