Baron Funds’ “Baron Opportunity Fund” had a strong second quarter in 2025, with a 23.27% rise, outperforming the Russell 3000 Growth Index and the S&P 500 Index. Apple Inc. (AAPL) was highlighted in the fund’s investor letter, with a one-month return of 7.66% and closing at $230.56 per share on August 19, 2025.

Despite Apple Inc.’s (AAPL) leading position in consumer electronics, the Baron Opportunity Fund exited its position due to regulatory concerns and margin pressure. Apple Inc. (AAPL) remains popular among hedge funds, with 159 portfolios holding the stock at the end of the first quarter, reporting $94 billion in revenue for the June quarter.

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Read more at Yahoo Finance.: Baron Opportunity Fund Sold Its Stake in Apple (AAPL)