GATES FOUNDATION TRUST 13F: Quarter-over-Quarter Portfolio Changes
GATES FOUNDATION TRUST reported a disclosed portfolio value of approximately $31.7 billion in its latest SEC Form 13F-HR filing for Q1 2026, down 10.4% quarter on quarter. Over the quarter, the foundation trimmed 2 holdings and exited 1 position.
GATES FOUNDATION TRUST's top sell was Microsoft (MSFT) . The foundation exited the position completely after it had accounted for 10.5% of the previous portfolio.
Top SellsQ1 2026
The foundation's top sells among positions it retained in Q1 2026. Ranked by portfolio-weight impact. Full exits are listed separately.
| Company | Ticker | Portfolio Weight Change | Shares Sold | History |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY B | BRK/B | -1.8% | 12.2% | — |
| WASTE MANAGEMENT INC | WM | 2.1% | 4.5% | History → |
Full ExitsQ1 2026
Positions present in the prior 13F-HR filing that no longer appear in Q1 2026.
| Company | Ticker | Last-Reported Portfolio Weight |
|---|---|---|
| MICROSOFT | MSFT | 10.5% |
Net Portfolio Value ChangeQ1 2026
- $35.4BPrior quarter
- $31.7BCurrent quarter
- $-3.7BNet delta
- -10.4%% change
Methodology & FAQ
How GATES FOUNDATION TRUST Quarterly Changes Are Computed
All deltas are sourced from sequential SEC Form 13F-HR filings for GATES FOUNDATION TRUST: each row joins the most recent filing against the immediately preceding quarterly filing for the same fund. Share-count changes reflect reported trading activity, while portfolio weights can also move because of market price changes. Portfolio weights are normalized to exclude listed options for comparability. A complete description — including how confidential treatment filings are handled — is documented in the Methodology.
What stocks did GATES FOUNDATION TRUST buy in Q1 2026?
GATES FOUNDATION TRUST reported no new positions or share-count increases in its Q1 2026 13F filing.
What stocks did GATES FOUNDATION TRUST sell in Q1 2026?
In Q1 2026, GATES FOUNDATION TRUST fully sold 1 position (MICROSOFT (MSFT)); reduced holdings in BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY B (BRK/B), WASTE MANAGEMENT INC (WM).
Which positions did GATES FOUNDATION TRUST initiate in Q1 2026?
GATES FOUNDATION TRUST established no new positions in Q1 2026.
Which existing positions saw the largest allocation increases for GATES FOUNDATION TRUST in Q1 2026?
GATES FOUNDATION TRUST reported no material allocation increases in existing positions in Q1 2026.
Which positions did GATES FOUNDATION TRUST fully exit in Q1 2026?
GATES FOUNDATION TRUST fully exited 1 position in Q1 2026: MICROSOFT (MSFT, last-reported weight 10.5%).
Which existing positions saw the largest allocation reductions for GATES FOUNDATION TRUST in Q1 2026?
Of 2 existing positions with share-count reductions in Q1 2026, the largest were: BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY B (BRK/B, -1.8% weight, -12.2% shares), WASTE MANAGEMENT INC (WM, 2.1% weight, -4.5% shares).
Do quarter-over-quarter 13F allocation changes constitute explicit trading signals?
No. Quarter-over-quarter changes reflect a combination of active trading and market price movement. A weight increase can result from price appreciation alone, without the manager adding shares. Share-count delta is the cleaner indicator of explicit trading activity. All deltas on this page are sourced from sequential SEC Form 13F-HR filings.