Cardano Risk Management B.V. significantly increased its stake in Procter & Gamble (NYSE:PG) in the fourth quarter, purchasing an additional 8.7 million shares and bringing its total holdings to 9.5 million shares, valued at approximately $1.36 billion. Other institutional investors also made smaller additions, resulting in 65.77% of PG stock being owned by institutions. This news follows Procter & Gamble's better-than-expected earnings of $1.59 EPS on $21.24 billion in revenue and a dividend increase.

Boston Partners reduced its stake in eBay Inc. by 1.8% in Q4, selling 79,495 shares, but still holds 4.36 million shares valued at approximately $380 million. The e-commerce company received a consensus "Hold" rating from analysts with an average price target of $107.84, despite several firms raising their targets. eBay reported better-than-expected quarterly results, exceeding EPS and revenue estimates, and announced a quarterly dividend of $0.31 per share.

Boston Partners increased its stake in Gen Digital Inc. by 14.3% in the fourth quarter, purchasing an additional 1,954,712 shares to bring its total holdings to 15,644,289 shares, valued at approximately $425.3 million. The cybersecurity company reported strong quarterly results, with EPS of $0.67 and revenue of $1.28 billion, both exceeding estimates, and revenue growth of 27% year-over-year. Analysts currently rate the stock as a "Hold" with an average price target of $31.29, despite recent insider buying and selling activity.

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Alchemi Wealth LLC has purchased 3,437 shares of American Express Company (AXP) stock, valued at approximately $1.27 million, marking a new position in the payment services company. American Express reported stronger-than-expected earnings of $4.28 per share and increased its FY 2026 EPS guidance, but revenue fell below estimates. Analysts generally hold a "Hold" rating for AXP, with an average price target of $359.05, and the company recently declared a quarterly dividend of $0.95 per share.

Boeing, once an aerospace leader, has faced scrutiny over shifting priorities from safety to cost-cutting after its 1997 merger with McDonnell Douglas. Whistleblowers have repeatedly raised concerns about manufacturing quality and safety, with one former quality control manager, John Barnett, found dead after flagging issues. These concerns are highlighted by the alleged technical failures leading to the crash of Air India Flight 171, a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner with a history of electrical problems.

Columbus Hill Capital Management L.P. reduced its stake in Humana Inc. by 43.9% in Q4, but still holds 96,936 shares valued at approximately $24.83 million. Analysts have mixed views, with a consensus "Hold" rating and a target price of $291.35. Humana recently reported better-than-expected quarterly results and declared a quarterly dividend of $0.885 per share for July 31.

Cullen Capital Management LLC has decreased its stake in Lowe's Companies (LOW) by 2.3% in the fourth quarter, yet still holds 607,775 shares valued at approximately $146.6 million. Lowe's recently reported strong quarterly results, beating EPS and revenue estimates, and increased its quarterly dividend. Analysts currently rate Lowe's as a "Moderate Buy" with a consensus price target of $264.57.

HITE Hedge Asset Management LLC reduced its stake in PHINIA Inc. by 13.1% in the fourth quarter, selling 36,412 shares and now owning 241,116 shares worth $15.116 million. Meanwhile, several other institutional investors increased their positions in PHINIA. Insider transactions include two VPs selling shares in June, while PHINIA recently announced a quarterly dividend of $0.30 per share.

Cohen & Steers Inc. significantly increased its stake in Edison International (NYSE:EIX) by 48.6% in the fourth quarter, bringing its total holdings to 669,640 shares valued at $40.2 million. This comes as Edison International reported better-than-expected quarterly earnings of $1.42 per share, with revenue increasing 7.7% year-over-year. The stock is currently trading near its 52-week high, with institutional investors owning a substantial 88.95% of the company's shares.