Prosper Stars & Stripes soars with 9.8% returns in Q3 2025

Prosper Stars & Stripes delivered strong returns in the third quarter of 2025, outperforming key benchmarks. The Composite’s long book showed robust performance during the same period. Park Aerospace Corp. stood out as a major contributor to these gains. The fund achieved a net return of +9.8% in the third quarter of 2025. For the year to date, it reported a return of +8.6%. These results surpassed the Russell 2000 Index, which saw a +12.4% total return in the quarter, as well as the HFRX Equity Hedge (Total) Index, which gained +3.8%.

Park Aerospace Corp. played a key role in the long book’s success. The company, listed on the NYSE as PKE, specialises in advanced composite materials for aerospace and defence. Its strong EBITDA margins, historically above 20%, reflect its growing influence in the sector.

Meanwhile, Airbus announced plans to increase production to 78 planes per month, up from the 2024 average of 50. This expansion signals rising demand in the aerospace industry. However, the short book weighed on overall performance for both the quarter and the year so far. Prosper Stars & Stripes benefited from its long positions, particularly in companies like Park Aerospace Corp. The fund’s returns highlight the strength of its investment strategy. Industry trends, such as Airbus’s production ramp-up, further support growth in the aerospace and defence sectors.