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Michael Taylor Portfolio
Invests via Board of Trustees of The Leland Stanford Junior University | Managed by Michael Taylor
Invests via Board of Trustees of The Leland Stanford Junior University
Managed by Michael Taylor
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Michael Taylor Profile
With a strong foundation in finance, Michael Taylor has carved out a distinguished career as an entrepreneurial founder and investor-operator. His leadership in developing innovative business solutions has positioned him at the forefront of several successful ventures across various sectors. Notably, he is recognized for his ability to leverage market opportunities and enhance operational efficiencies within startup environments. By combining hands-on experience with strategic foresight, Taylor plays a crucial role in mentoring emerging companies while facilitating growth through thoughtful investments and robust network building. His insights into industry trends significantly contribute to shaping new business models that address contemporary market demands.
With a strong foundation in finance, Michael Taylor has carved out a distinguished career as an entrepreneurial founder and investor-operator. His leadership in developing innovative business solutions has positioned him at the forefront of several successful ventures across various sectors. Notably, he is recognized for his ability to leverage market opportunities and enhance operational efficiencies within startup environments. By combining hands-on experience with strategic foresight, Taylor plays a crucial role in mentoring emerging companies while facilitating growth through thoughtful investments and robust network building. His insights into industry trends significantly contribute to shaping new business models that address contemporary market demands.
Investment Philosophy & Strategy
Opportunity arises from the dynamic interplay of innovation and operational execution, a principle that Michael Taylor embodies in his investment endeavors. With a knack for identifying disruptive business models, he focuses on nurturing early-stage companies poised for scalable growth. His approach is underscored by hands-on involvement, enabling him to guide teams through critical phases of development while fostering an adaptive corporate culture. By leveraging strategic partnerships and mentoring emerging leaders, he not only invests capital but also builds valuable connections that facilitate transformative change. This entrepreneurial mindset drives his commitment to cultivate sustainable success within sectors primed for evolution.
Opportunity arises from the dynamic interplay of innovation and operational execution, a principle that Michael Taylor embodies in his investment endeavors. With a knack for identifying disruptive business models, he focuses on nurturing early-stage companies poised for scalable growth. His approach is underscored by hands-on involvement, enabling him to guide teams through critical phases of development while fostering an adaptive corporate culture. By leveraging strategic partnerships and mentoring emerging leaders, he not only invests capital but also builds valuable connections that facilitate transformative change. This entrepreneurial mindset drives his commitment to cultivate sustainable success within sectors primed for evolution.
Disclaimer: This Portfolio is derived from and computed based on publicly available data from SEC filings.
Gain and growth charts are calculated per selected timeframe:
40.13%
Gain +1.39%
Monthly
0.13%
Yearly
1.53%
Drawdown
22.66%
$627.92M
Equity
Holdings
$627.92M
Investment
$470.46M
$157.46M
Profit +$8.58M
Realized
$0
Unrealized
$157.46M
Dividends
$222.29M
Goals
Avg. 0% completed goals
Today
Compared To Yesterday
Gain
1.39%
Profit
$8.58M
Win %
61%
This Week
Compared To Last Week
Gain
0.64%
Profit
$4M
Win %
61%
This Month
Compared to last month
Gain
0.11%
Profit
$668,835.09
Win %
61%
This Year
Compared to last year
Gain
9.18%
Profit
$52.78M
Win %
61%
EEM iShares MSCI Emerging Markets ETF
+2.76%
+$189,497.88 
HE Hawaiian Electric Industries Inc.
+1.97%
+$1,996.8 
EFA iShares MSCI EAFE ETF
+1.44%
+$7.53M 
IWM iShares Russell 2000 ETF
+1.42%
+$504,614.72 
DEI Douglas Emmett Inc.
+1.11%
+$101,348.68 
IVV iShares Core S&P 500 ETF
+0.87%
+$243,225.84 
PCG PG&E Corporation
+0.26%
+$154.26 
IWD iShares Russell 1000 Value ETF
+0.17%
+$16,171.68 
ALEX Alexander & Baldwin Inc.
0%
$0 
ARUN
0%
$0 
CPX
0%
$0 
HNSN
0%
$0 
JDSU
0%
$0 
MLNX Mellanox Technologies Ltd
0%
$0 
NOVC
0%
$0 
OMTR
0%
$0 
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| Trades 18 | Longs Won 5/18 27% | Profit Factor 9.51 |
| Profitability | Shorts Won 0/0 0% | Standard Deviation $28.83M |
| Average Win $35.2M | Best Trade (Jul 21) $118.78M | Sharpe Ratio -62.36 |
| Average Loss -$1.42M | Worst Trade (Jul 21) -$9.37M | Z-Score -1.67 (91.64%) |
| Commissions $0 | Avg. Trade Length 19y 3w 5d | Expectancy $8.75M |
| Loss Size | 100% | 90% | 80% | 70% | 60% | 50% | 40% | 30% | 20% | 10% |
| Probability of Loss | <0.01% | <0.01% | <0.01% | <0.01% | <0.01% | 0.01% | 0.14% | 1% | 5.61% | 25.66% |
| Consecutive Losing Trades | 441 | 397 | 353 | 309 | 265 | 220 | 176 | 132 | 88 | 44 |
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FAQ
Which stocks have generated the highest profits for Michael Taylor?
The largest contributions to the portfolio's profits come from the following stocks: iShares MSCI EAFE ETF - $198.88M, Douglas Emmett Inc - $11.58M, iShares Russell 2000 ETF - $4.13M, iShares Core S&P 500 ETF - $3.45M, and iShares Russell 1000 Value ETF - $1.83M. These positions have been the main drivers of growth and have significantly impacted the investor's overall performance.
What dividends does Michael Taylor's portfolio generate?
The portfolio generates substantial dividend income, with a total of $222.29M earned over time. The largest contributors to dividend income include iShares MSCI EAFE ETF - $198.88M, Douglas Emmett Inc - $11.58M, iShares Russell 2000 ETF - $4.13M, iShares Core S&P 500 ETF - $3.45M, and iShares Russell 1000 Value ETF - $1.83M. This indicates that dividends play a meaningful role in the investor's overall strategy.
How stable are Michael Taylor's monthly returns?
Michael Taylor's monthly returns appear quite volatile. The gap between stronger and weaker months is meaningful, which suggests that the strategy can experience noticeable swings over relatively short periods. For users assessing this profile, that usually means returns may be attractive over time, but the path can be uneven and harder to tolerate during weaker periods.
Can Michael Taylor's strategy be considered aggressive or moderate?
Michael Taylor's strategy can be considered aggressive. The combination of high drawdowns, elevated volatility, and/or concentrated positions suggests a willingness to accept significant risk in pursuit of higher long-term returns. This approach is generally more suitable for users who are comfortable with large fluctuations in portfolio value.
Should beginners follow Michael Taylor's strategy?
Michael Taylor's strategy is unlikely to be suitable for beginners. The portfolio shows signs of high risk, significant volatility, or structural complexity, which can make it difficult to follow and potentially stressful for less experienced users. This type of approach is generally better suited to more advanced investors.
