Bahl & Gaynor Inc.
Bahl & Gaynor Inc. is an independent, employee-owned investment management firm headquartered in Cincinnati, OH. Founded in 1990 by Bill Bahl and Vere Gaynor, the firm specializes in fundamental dividend growth equity investing and serves high-net-worth individuals, families, institutions, charitable organizations, pension plans, and government entities. With over 30 years of experience, the company is one of the leading independent dividend-focused investment advisers in the U.S. and combines wealth management, portfolio management, financial planning, and institutional asset management services. The firm supports its community through philanthropic efforts and maintains a client-aligned, principal-owned structure.
Investment Strategy
Bahl & Gaynor employs a disciplined, long-term investment strategy focused on high-quality, dividend growth equities and aligned fixed income investments. Their approach emphasizes companies with consistent earnings, low debt, growing and stable dividends, and market leadership, aiming to deliver long-term growth of dividend income, downside protection, and total return. Portfolios may be customized or follow model strategies, with investment horizons typically spanning two to five years. The firm provides both discretionary and non-discretionary management, incorporates socially responsible and tax-sensitive strategies, and works to align investments with each client's unique objectives and risk profile.
Latest 13F Filing Activity
Bahl & Gaynor Inc. filed their most recent 13F report on Jun 30, 2025 disclosing 327 equity positions with a total 13F market value of $20B. The fund increased holdings in Broadcom Inc., Microsoft Corp., Te Connectivity LTD Reg among other positions. Bahl & Gaynor Inc. reduced exposure to Pepsico Inc., Merck & Co. Inc., Williams Cos Inc. among others.
Top Holdings
Equity Positions (327)
| Ticker | Security | Weight | Market Value | Shares | Avg Cost | Price | Change (QoQ) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
A AVGO | Broadcom Inc | 5.62% | $1.11B | 4,030,369 | $36.17 | $275.65 | +$384.5M |
M MSFT | Microsoft Corp | 4.27% | $843.3M | 1,695,323 | $121.03 | $497.41 | +$240.9M |
A ABBV | AbbVie Inc | 3.87% | $765.2M | 4,122,570 | $127.21 | $185.62 | +$74.1M |
P PG | Procter & Gamble Co | 3.41% | $674.1M | 4,231,199 | $109.49 | $159.32 | -$54.9M |
L LLY | Eli Lilly & Co | 3.28% | $648.2M | 831,489 | $182.81 | $779.53 | -$49.2M |
Industry Allocation
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