13F Filings: Hedge Funds Cut U.S. Equity Holdings

13F Filings: Hedge Funds Cut U.S. Equity Holdings

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The transcript discusses the market downturn in the fourth quarter, with the S&P 500 dropping by 14%, prompting hedge funds to pull out of technology stocks like Apple, Amazon, and Google. Warren Buffett's investment moves are highlighted, including reducing stakes in Apple and Oracle while increasing holdings in JP Morgan and other banks. Stanley Druckenmiller's strategy is also examined, showing increased investment in Microsoft and Tesla, while significantly reducing his stake in Alphabet.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the percentage decline of the S&P 500 in the fourth quarter?

10%

14%

18%

22%

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which technology stock did Soros exit according to the transcript?

Apple

Microsoft

Google

Amazon

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the percentage increase in Warren Buffett's holding in JP Morgan?

10%

41%

25%

50%

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which company did Stanley Druckenmiller almost completely exit?

Microsoft

Google

Tesla

Apple

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What financial instrument did Druckenmiller use with Tesla?

Futures

Call options

Bonds

Put options