Adams Diversified Equity Fund Posts Strong Nine-Month Results with 16% Total Return

Adams Diversified Equity Fund reported a 16.0% total return for the first nine months of 2025, outperforming the S&P 500 Index (14.8%) and the Morningstar U.S. Large Blend category (13.4%). The fund's net asset value at September 30, 2025, was $2,986,405,308, with a net asset value per share of $24.61. The fund's top holdings included NVIDIA Corporation (8.2%), Microsoft Corporation (7.4%), and Apple Inc. (7.0%).

Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc. (NYSE: ADX) has reported strong performance for the first nine months of 2025, delivering a total return of 16.0% on its net asset value (NAV), which outpaced both the S&P 500 Index (14.8%) and the Morningstar U.S. Large Blend category (13.4%). The fund's market price return for the period was 17.8%, according to its nine-month report.

The fund's NAV at September 30, 2025, stood at $2,986,405,308, with a NAV per share of $24.61. The fund's top holdings included NVIDIA Corporation (8.2%), Microsoft Corporation (7.4%), and Apple Inc. (7.0%). The fund's commitment to paying a minimum annual distribution rate of 8% of NAV, paid evenly each quarter, continues to provide reliability for long-term shareholders, the report noted.

Institutional investors have shown increased interest in Adams Diversified Equity Fund. Means Investment CO. Inc. acquired 71,425 shares valued at approximately $1,551,000, representing about 0.06% ownership in the fund. This acquisition comes after the fund announced a quarterly dividend of $0.46, translating to an annualized rate of $1.84 and a yield of 8.3%, according to a MarketBeat filing.

Adams Diversified Equity Fund's performance highlights its ability to generate robust returns, even in the face of market volatility. The fund's disciplined approach and experienced management team have contributed to its consistent performance across various market cycles. As the fund continues to attract institutional investors and maintain its dividend policy, it remains a viable option for investors seeking reliable long-term returns.