Strong Demand for AI Chips Boosted Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited (TSM) in Q3

Baron Funds released its “Baron Durable Advantage Fund” third-quarter 2025 investor letter. A copy of the letter can be downloaded here. The fund appreciated 5.6% (Institutional Shares) in the quarter compared to an 8.1% increase for the S&P 500 Index (the Index). YTD, the fund is up 13.6% compared to a 14.8% gain for the index. Three-quarters into 2025, U.S. large-cap equity investors are enjoying gains. The rally from the start of 2023 still looks strong in this quarter. In addition, you can check the fu ...