“Tiger cub” Chase Coleman continues to shape the investment landscape with his strategic portfolio decisions. His New York-based investment firm, Tiger Global Management, helped him carve his own path in the financial world and distinguish himself as one of the most successful protegees of Julian Robertson. Previously, Coleman held the position of technology analyst at Tiger Management. Since its foundation in 2001, carrying forward Robertson’s legacy, Tiger Global Management has consistently outperformed market benchmarks.
Focusing mainly on the tech sector, with “headliners” such as Faceabook, Tiger Global led all venture capital firms in raised capital between 2007 and 2017. Additionally, in 2020, the firm generated $10.4 billion in profits for its investors, securing the top spot among hedge funds on LCH Investments’ annual list of world’s greatest hedge fund managers. When the tech sector faced a major downturn in 2022, Tiger Global’s portfolio, which was heavily invested in technology, took a significant hit. The bold strategy of sticking to high-growth technology firms paid off, as the firm’s equity portfolio recovered and showed steady gains in the following years.
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As of the end of the third quarter of 2024, Tiger Global’s holdings continue to reflect Coleman’s emphasis on the tech sector, with 45 holdings where technology stocks dominate 52.37% of the portfolio, along with concentrations in communication services, healthcare, and financial services. Despite a challenging global environment, the fund has maintained steady growth, increasing its value by over 1.08%, reaching over $23.4 billion in value.
Chase Coleman’s commitment to identifying high-quality businesses, especially in the tech sector, is reflected in Tiger Global’s top stock picks. These choices highlight a strategy centered on industry leaders and innovative companies with strong growth potential.
Our Methodology
To compile the list of Chase Coleman’s top 10 stock picks, we have looked at Tiger Global Management’s latest 13F filing and identified the largest positions based on their value.
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10. Eli Lilly and Co (NYSE:LLY)
Shares held by Tiger Global: 969,800
Value of position: $859.18 million
Eli Lilly and Co (NYSE:LLY) is a leading pharmaceutical company with operations in over 125 countries. It specializes in treatments for diabetes, mental health, and chronic conditions, with top products like Trulicity and Prozac. The company earns revenue through a mix of long-established drugs and innovative new treatments, with a recent focus on Alzheimer’s and obesity.
What sets the company apart is its market dominance in diabetes and its fast growth in obesity treatments, both being rapidly expanding markets. Its continuous investment in R&D positions the firm ahead of many competitors, and as of October 2024, their anti-diabetic treatment Tirzepatide made Eli Lilly the most valuable drug company in the world with a $842 billion market cap.
Financially, Eli Lilly and Co (NYSE:LLY)’s profitability is impressive, with a profit margin of 20.48% and a return on equity of 65.32%. It reported $40.86 billion in trailing twelve-month revenue, with a forward P/E ratio of 34.72, indicating strong growth potential relative to other competitors on the market. Analysts project continued earnings growth, with an average price target of $997 between Wolfe Research, Deutsche Bank, and Barclays, suggesting a substantial upside of around 25.68%.
In Tiger Global’s portfolio, Eli Lilly and Co (NYSE:LLY) ranks as a significant holding, with 969,800 shares valued at $859.2 million, representing 3.66% of the total portfolio. The last quarter marked a 5% increase in the position, highlighting strong confidence in the company’s growth potential.
9. Take-Two Interactive Software Inc. (NASDAQ:TTWO)
Shares held by Tiger Global: 5.84 million
Value of position: $897.55 million
Take-Two Interactive Software Inc. (NASDAQ:TTWO) is a prominent American video game holding company, known for blockbuster franchises like Grand Theft Auto, NBA 2K, and Red Dead Redemption. The company is also a major player in the esports industry, owning 50% of the NBA 2K League. Its revenue is generated through its vast gaming portfolio, capitalizing on the successful franchises that are popular up to this day. Their focus on both traditional gaming and esports ensures a diverse revenue model, which suggests growth potential in spite of the volatility of the gaming market.
Tiger Global holds a notable position in Take-Two Interactive Software Inc. (NASDAQ:TTWO), with 5.8 million shares valued at approximately $897.6 million, representing 3.82% of its portfolio. This position has increased by 4%, which reflects confidence in the firm’s ability to grow within the gaming industry.
Despite a top-line revenue of $5.46 billion for the trailing twelve months, the company has faced profitability challenges, with a significant negative profit margin of -66.4%. The high forward P/E ratio of 80.65 suggests expectations for strong future growth, though the current risks are reflected in its negative earnings. Analysts project a steady sales growth of 5.62% for 2025, and a strong jump of 43.52% for 2026. With a current market cap of $32.59 billion, analysts have set a target price of $185.33, with limited downside potential but a promising upside based on Take-Two Interactive Software Inc. (NASDAQ:TTWO)’s future releases.