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DF Dent & Co. Inc.
DF Dent & Co., Inc. is an independent investment management firm headquartered in Baltimore, Maryland, founded in 1976 by Dan Dent. The company offers independent investment advice and asset management services to a national clientele, including endowments, pensions, corporations, and individuals. As of 2025, DF Dent manages approximately $10 billion in client assets and employs sixteen investment professionals within a total workforce that is reported in the 15-50 range. The firm is known for its strong, collaborative corporate culture and its commitment to staying independent and client-centered.
Investment Strategy
DF Dent focuses on quality growth investing through concentrated, low-turnover portfolios built on high-conviction investment ideas. The firm's approach seeks best-in-class companies with leading positions in niche markets, ethical and talented management teams, and advantaged business models offering strong returns on capital. DF Dent believes in long-term compounding and holds investments in companies with sustainable growth prospects and solid financials, aiming to deliver attractive returns for client portfolios by remaining patient, disciplined, and selective.
Latest 13F Filing Activity
DF Dent & Co. Inc. filed their most recent 13F report on Jun 30, 2025 disclosing 248 equity positions with a total 13F market value of $8B. The fund increased holdings in Heico Corp. CL A, Microsoft Corp., Monolithic PWR SYS Inc. Com among other positions. DF Dent & Co. Inc. reduced exposure to Zoetis Inc., Old Dominion FGHT Lines Inc. Co., Carmax Inc. among others.
Top Holdings
Equity Positions (248)
| Ticker | Security | Weight | Market Value | Shares | Avg Cost | Price | Change (QoQ) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HEICO CORP CL A | 4.02% | $316.6M | 1,223,525 | $92.91 | $258.75 | +$55.7M | |
V V | VISA INC CL A | 3.48% | $274.3M | 772,655 | $54.18 | $355.05 | -$396.1K |
T TDG | TRANSDIGM GROUP INC | 3.20% | $252.1M | 165,812 | $324.70 | $1520.64 | +$19.8M |
V VMC | VULCAN MATERIALS CO | 2.91% | $229.4M | 879,674 | $134.44 | $260.82 | +$14.8M |
W WCN | WASTE CONNECTIONS INC | 2.89% | $228.0M | 1,221,315 | $73.98 | $186.72 | -$13.9M |
Industry Allocation
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