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StocksUpdated×5•Originally published 16 April 2026•Updated 17 April 2026•
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Artisan Mid Cap Value Fund Underperforms Benchmark in Q1 2026

Key Facts

1The Artisan Mid Cap Value Fund trailed the Russell Midcap Value Index during Q1.
2ICON, Gartner, and Pinterest shares each dropped by 30% or more during the quarter.
3The fund's largest new positions included Brown & Brown, Veralto, and IQVIA Holdings.

The Artisan Mid Cap Value Fund reported underperformance relative to the Russell Midcap Value Index in Q1 2026, as market rotation favored momentum stocks. Within the same period, Boston Beer emerged as a positive contributor to the Longleaf Partners Small-Cap Fund due to improved industry data, while Mattel acted as a primary detractor. Notably, the Small-Cap Fund maintained a steady portfolio with no new purchases or exits during the quarter. Elsewhere, the Parnassus Value Select ETF returned -1.45%, trailing the Russell 1000 Value Index due to limited Energy sector exposure. Additionally, Longleaf Partners Global Fund exited positions in Walt Disney and Bio-Rad, while Delivery Hero reported strong free cash flow results. These adjustments highlight how asset managers are navigating sector-specific challenges and evolving valuations to stabilize long-term returns.