Richard P Slaughter Associates Inc opened a new position in Global X Artificial Intelligence & Technology ETF (AIQ +3.83%), acquiring 235,632 worth approximately $11.64 million as of Q3 2025.
What happened
According to a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission dated October 09, 2025, Slaughter Associates initiated a new position in Global X Artificial Intelligence & Technology ETF. The fund purchased approximately 235,632 shares valued at $11.64 million by the end of the quarter.
What else to know
This is a new position and represents 2.51% of the fund’s 13F reportable assets under management (AUM) after the filing. It is now Slaughter Associates' tenth biggest holding.
Slaughter Associates' top positions as of Q3 2025:
- JPMorgan International Research Enhanced Equity ETF (JIRE +1.05%): $52.63 million (11.3% of AUM)
- iShares Russell Top 200 Growth ETF (IWY +0.83%): $41.86 million (9.0% of AUM)
- Fidelity Enhanced Mid Cap ETF (FMDE +0.31%): $39.12 million (8.4% of AUM)
- iShares Russell Top 200 Value ETF (IWX +0.93%): $35.64 million (7.7% of AUM)
- Neos Enhanced Income 1-3 Month T-Bill ETF (CSHI +0.06%): $33.88 million (7.3% of AUM)
As of October 8, 2025, shares of AIQ were priced at $51.55, up 37.65% over the past year and outperforming the S&P 500 by 19.48 percentage points. The ETF’s trailing twelve-month dividend yield is 0.12%
ETF overview
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Net Assets | $7.06 billion |
| Price | $51.55 |
| Dividend yield | 0.12% |
| 1-year total return | 37.65% |
Data as of market close 8 October, 2025
ETF snapshot
The Global X Artificial Intelligence & Technology ETF offers investors access to a portfolio of companies at the forefront of artificial intelligence and big data innovation. The fund offers a liquid vehicle that gives exposure to the rapidly-evolving AI sector.
- Investment strategy focuses on tracking an index of companies involved in artificial intelligence and big data, investing at least 80% of assets in these sectors.
- Portfolio comprises equities of firms developing or utilizing AI technologies, providing targeted exposure to innovation-driven technology stocks.
- It is structured as a non-diversified ETF designed for investors seeking thematic exposure to AI and technology trends.
Foolish take
A look at Slaughter Associates top holdings shows the firm has a pretty diversified portfolio. The JIRE ETF contains large and mid-cap companies from over 20 developed countries. The two iShares funds focus on growth and value stocks, providing a mixture of high potential rewards and stable long-term workhorses. Meanwhile, the Neos T-bill ETF offers low-risk short-term liquidity.
Prior to Q3, Slaughter Associates already held several AI and tech stocks individually and as part of other ETFs. Apple (AAPL +2.08%), Microsoft (MSFT 1.33%), and Nvidia (NVDA +1.73%) made up almost 7% of its holdings in both Q2 and Q3. Opening a position in the Global X Artificial Intelligence & Technology ETF increases that exposure.
AI and tech have seen extraordinary growth in the past few years, with the so-called Magnificent Seven driving the S&P 500 to record highs. AI has impacted almost every industry and many believe there's potential for even further expansion. There are still risks, but ensuring AI is one part of a wider mix of investments can mitigate at least some of them.
Glossary
ETF (Exchange-Traded Fund): An investment fund traded on stock exchanges, holding assets like stocks or bonds.
Non-diversified ETF: A fund that invests in a limited number of securities, increasing exposure to specific sectors or themes.
Thematic exposure: Investment strategy focused on a particular trend or sector, such as artificial intelligence.
Assets under management (AUM): The total market value of assets a fund or investment firm manages on behalf of clients.
13F reportable assets: U.S. securities that institutional investment managers must disclose quarterly to the SEC via Form 13F.
Portfolio: The collection of investments held by an individual or institution.
Dividend yield: Annual dividends paid by an investment, expressed as a percentage of its current price.
Trailing twelve-month: The most recent 12-month period used for financial reporting or analysis.
Index tracking: A strategy where a fund aims to replicate the performance of a specific market index.
Stake: The amount of ownership or shares an investor holds in a company or fund.
Outperforming: Achieving a higher return than a benchmark or comparable investment.
Filing period: The specific time frame covered by a regulatory or financial disclosure document.
