Baron Funds, an investment management company, has made waves with the release of its “Baron Fifth Avenue Growth Fund” first quarter 2024 investor letter. The fund saw an impressive increase of 12.6% (Institutional Shares) in the first quarter, outperforming the Russell 1000 Growth Index and the S&P 500 Index. Despite higher interest rates, the US economy continues to exceed expectations, leading to positive gains for investors.
One of the highlighted stocks in the investor letter was Mobileye Global Inc. (NASDAQ:MBLY), a company that develops advanced driver assistance systems and autonomous driving technologies. Despite experiencing a one-month return of -12.12% and a 43.15% decrease in share value over the last 52 weeks, Mobileye Global Inc. (NASDAQ:MBLY) remains a key focus for the Baron Fifth Avenue Growth Fund.
The investor letter stated that the fund had modestly increased its position in Mobileye Global Inc. (NASDAQ:MBLY), citing the company’s recent stock price volatility due to weak quarterly results. However, the fund remains optimistic about Mobileye’s future growth potential, particularly with the continued adoption of its advanced programs.
In the first quarter of 2024, Mobileye Global Inc. (NASDAQ:MBLY) saw a significant drop in revenue, attributed to a large inventory drawdown at Tier 1 customers. Despite this, the company remains a key player in the autonomous driving industry.
Overall, Baron Fifth Avenue Growth Fund’s strategic investments and focus on promising companies like Mobileye Global Inc. (NASDAQ:MBLY) have positioned it for success in 2024. Investors can look forward to continued growth and potential opportunities in the coming months.