Slaughter Associates Opens $11.64 Million AI Position

Richard P Slaughter Associates Inc opened a new position in Global X Artificial Intelligence & Technology ETF (NASDAQ:AIQ), 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 (NYSEMKT:JIRE): $52.63 million (11.3% of AUM)
• iShares Russell Top 200 Growth ETF (NYSEMKT:IWY): $41.86 million (9.0% of AUM)
• Fidelity Enhanced Mid Cap ETF (NYSEMKT:FMDE): $39.12 million (8.4% of AUM)
• iShares Russell Top 200 Value ETF (NYSEMKT:IWX): $35.64 million (7.7% of AUM)
• Neos Enhanced Income 1-3 Month T-Bill ETF (NYSEMKT:CSHI): $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

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 (NASDAQ:AAPL), Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT), and Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) 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.

Emma Newbery has positions in Apple and Nvidia. The Motley Fool has positions in and recommends Apple, Microsoft, and Nvidia. The Motley Fool recommends the following options: long January 2026 $395 calls on Microsoft and short January 2026 $405 calls on Microsoft. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.