Microsoft shares see mixed institutional buying and selling

WMS Group LLC added a new position in Microsoft stock, buying 3,086 shares worth about $1.49 million in the fourth quarter, bringing the company to 1.9 % of the fund’s portfolio. Other hedge funds also adjusted holdings, with several increasing stakes and a few making modest purchases worth tens of thousands of dollars.

In contrast, Naman Capital Ltda reduced its Microsoft holding by 16.6 % in the same quarter, selling 4,125 shares and leaving the fund with 20,675 shares valued at roughly $10 million. The fund’s Microsoft position represents about 2.8 % of its portfolio.

Analyst coverage remains broadly positive, with multiple firms maintaining buy ratings and price targets ranging from $505 to $870. The consensus rating is a “moderate buy” with an average target price of $561.20.