Bill Ackman Portfolio
Invests via Pershing Square Capital Management LP | Managed by William A. Ackman
Invests via Pershing Square Capital Management LP
Managed by William A. Ackman
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Bill Ackman Profile
Prominent activist investor and hedge fund manager, Bill Ackman, runs Pershing Square Capital Management and is known for large, concentrated positions in public equities and activist campaigns that aim to force strategic or governance changes. He blends fundamental research with high-conviction event-driven stakes across US and global-listed names, has taken both long and short high-profile positions, and is a frequent voice on corporate strategy, capital allocation and shareholder returns.
Prominent activist investor and hedge fund manager, Bill Ackman, runs Pershing Square Capital Management and is known for large, concentrated positions in public equities and activist campaigns that aim to force strategic or governance changes. He blends fundamental research with high-conviction event-driven stakes across US and global-listed names, has taken both long and short high-profile positions, and is a frequent voice on corporate strategy, capital allocation and shareholder returns.
Investment Philosophy & Strategy
Actively pursues concentrated, high‑conviction positions in public equities where deep fundamental research identifies mispriced assets and governance or strategic catalysts. Employs an activist, event‑driven playbook to force capital‑allocation improvements, asset sales or operational change, pairing long-term value orientation with catalyst timing. Risk is managed through targeted position sizing, rigorous downside analysis and selective hedging. Investment focus spans US and global-listed companies where shareholder engagement can unlock asymmetric returns.
Actively pursues concentrated, high‑conviction positions in public equities where deep fundamental research identifies mispriced assets and governance or strategic catalysts. Employs an activist, event‑driven playbook to force capital‑allocation improvements, asset sales or operational change, pairing long-term value orientation with catalyst timing. Risk is managed through targeted position sizing, rigorous downside analysis and selective hedging. Investment focus spans US and global-listed companies where shareholder engagement can unlock asymmetric returns.
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:
46.84%
Gain +6.1%
Monthly
0.77%
Yearly
9.61%
Drawdown
24.68%
$15.03B
Equity
Holdings
$15.03B
Investment
$13.39B
$14.58B
Profit +$824.16M
Realized
$12.83B
Unrealized
$1.75B
Dividends
$1.21B
Goals
Avg. 98.67% completed goals
Yearly
Gain > 10% 2026
Yearly
Loss < 30% 2026
Yearly
Gain < 20% 2026
Today
Compared To Yesterday
Gain
6.1%
Profit
$824.16M
Win %
66%
This Week
Compared To Last Week
Gain
6.26%
Profit
$885.32M
Win %
66%
This Month
Compared to last month
Gain
4.68%
Profit
$672.21M
Win %
66%
This Year
Compared to last year
Gain
9.56%
Profit
$1.31B
Win %
72%
Events
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Dividends
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| Trades 381 | Longs Won 258/381 67% | Profit Factor 2.97 |
| Profitability | Shorts Won 0/0 0% | Standard Deviation $192.02M |
| Average Win $85.19M | Best Trade (Mar 30) $915.21M | Sharpe Ratio -12.51 |
| Average Loss -$60.15M | Worst Trade (Mar 30) -$2.41B | Z-Score -5.29 (100%) |
| Commissions $0 | Avg. Trade Length 2y 1m 3w 4d | Expectancy $38.27M |
| Loss Size | 100% | 90% | 80% | 70% | 60% | 50% | 40% | 30% | 20% | 10% |
| Probability of Loss | <0.01% | <0.01% | <0.01% | <0.01% | <0.01% | <0.01% | <0.01% | <0.01% | 0.1% | 3.82% |
| Consecutive Losing Trades | 250 | 225 | 200 | 175 | 150 | 125 | 100 | 75 | 50 | 25 |
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Returns
Overall, Monthly| Symbol | Quantity | Cost | Value | Comm. | Profit ($) | Gain (%) | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 AMZN Amazon.com Inc | 11.45M | $2.54B | $3.11B | - | $574.93M | 22.68% | +15.321% |
 BN Brookfield Corporation | 59.7M | $2.06B | $2.54B | - | $481.32M | 23.39% | +1.19% |
 GOOG Alphabet Inc | 311,726 | $37.71M | $111.18M | - | $73.47M | 194.83% | +6.884% |
 GOOGL Alphabet Inc | 32,376 | $5.71M | $11.53M | - | $5.82M | 102.08% | +6.734% |
 HHH Howard Hughes Holdings Inc. | 18.85M | $1.36B | $1.21B | - | -$150.55M | -11.11% | -1.464% |
 HTZ Hertz Global Holdings, Inc. | 15.24M | $60.75M | $24.16M | - | -$36.59M | -60.23% | -4.23% |
 META Meta Platforms Inc Class A | 2.66M | $1.76B | $1.48B | - | -$275.08M | -15.66% | +3.28% |
 MSFT Microsoft Corp. | 5.65M | $2.09B | $2.63B | - | $534.59M | 25.54% | +3.019% |
 QSR Restaurant Brands International Inc. | 22.65M | $1.05B | $1.68B | - | $625.36M | 59.51% | -0.43% |
 SEG Seaport Entertainment Group, Inc. | 5.02M | $139.3M | $131.77M | - | -$7.53M | -5.41% | -0.418% |
 UBER Uber Technologies, Inc. | 29.96M | $2.18B | $2.11B | - | -$74.9M | -3.43% | -0.014% |
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FAQ
Which stocks have generated the highest profits for Bill Ackman?
The largest contributions to the portfolio's profits come from the following stocks: Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc - $2.51B, Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc - $2.05B, Canadian Pacific Kansas City Limited - $1.85B, Lowe's Companies Inc - $1.84B, and Alphabet Inc - $1.31B. These positions have been the main drivers of growth and have significantly impacted the investor's overall performance.
Which stocks have generated the largest losses for this investor?
The largest losses in the portfolio are associated with the following stocks: VRX - $3.39B, Netflix, Inc - $621.03M, JC Penney Co Inc - $475.96M, PAH - $413.07M, and Citigroup Inc - $232.39M. These positions have had the most negative impact on overall performance and highlight the weaker areas of the portfolio.
What dividends does Bill Ackman's portfolio generate?
The portfolio generates substantial dividend income, with a total of $1.21B earned over time. The largest contributors to dividend income include Restaurant Brands International Inc - $482.19M, Lowe's Companies Inc - $162.99M, Procter & Gamble Co - $67.64M, Mondelez International, Inc - $55.47M, and JC Penney Co Inc - $48.15M. This indicates that dividends play a meaningful role in the investor's overall strategy.
How stable are Bill Ackman's monthly returns?
Bill Ackman'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 Bill Ackman's strategy be considered aggressive or moderate?
Bill Ackman'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 Bill Ackman's strategy?
Bill Ackman'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.
