Beacon Investment Advisors LLC increased its stake in Generac Holdings Inc. (NYSE:GNRC) by 15.5% in the fourth quarter, now holding 30,300 shares worth $4.13 million. Other hedge funds and institutional investors have also adjusted their positions in the company, which has seen its stock performance fluctuate. Generac's recent earnings topped analyst estimates, and the company maintains a "Moderate Buy" consensus rating from analysts with an average price target of $278.65.

ExodusPoint Capital Management LP significantly increased its holdings in Otis Worldwide Corporation (NYSE:OTIS) by 40.9% in the fourth quarter, bringing its total to 718,853 shares valued at approximately $62.8 million. Despite Otis Worldwide reporting mixed quarterly results with EPS and revenue missing expectations, the company did raise its quarterly dividend to $0.44 per share. Analyst ratings for OTIS currently average a "Hold" with a consensus target price of $97.58.

Fullerton Fund Management Co Ltd. significantly increased its stake in Rockwell Automation, Inc. (NYSE:ROK) by 116% in Q4, acquiring 248,798 additional shares, bringing its total to 463,267 shares valued at $180.2 million. This positions Rockwell Automation as the firm's fourth-largest holding. The acquisition follows strong Q4 results for Rockwell Automation, which reported better-than-expected EPS and revenue, raised its FY2026 EPS guidance, approved a $1 billion share buyback, and declared a $1.38 quarterly dividend per share.

Fullerton Fund Management Co Ltd. significantly increased its holdings in Intel Corporation (NASDAQ:INTC) by 124.3% in the fourth quarter, now owning 886,758 shares valued at $32.72 million. This makes Intel its 19th-largest holding, accounting for 1.4% of its portfolio. Despite a recent 8.5% drop in share price, Intel reported strong quarterly earnings and revenue, alongside positive news regarding its 18A-P manufacturing node and improved AI/server chip competitiveness.

Fullerton Fund Management Co Ltd. recently acquired 2,728 shares of Lam Research Corporation (NASDAQ:LRCX) valued at approximately $467,000, establishing a new position in the semiconductor company. This purchase is part of a broader trend of high institutional ownership in Lam Research, with several other major firms like State Street and Geode Capital also increasing their stakes. The company reported strong financial results, beating EPS and revenue estimates, and analysts maintain a "Moderate Buy" consensus with a target price of $324.26.

Fullerton Fund Management Co Ltd. recently acquired a new stake in Cummins Inc. (NYSE:CMI) during the fourth quarter, purchasing 1,452 shares valued at approximately $741,000. Institutional ownership of Cummins stands at 83.46%, with several other hedge funds also adjusting their holdings. Analysts have given Cummins a "Moderate Buy" rating with a consensus target price of $726.14, following strong quarterly results that exceeded expectations.

Eastman Chemical Company has acquired Arkema France's Jarylec™ dielectric fluids brand, including trademarks, customer relationships, and intellectual property. This acquisition strengthens Eastman's specialty fluids portfolio, aiming to meet the growing demand for reliable power grid solutions. The company will continue manufacturing Jarylec dielectric fluids at its Marl, Germany facility, leveraging its expertise to enhance product innovation and support for the energy sector.

Las Vegas Sands (LVS) has donated US$150,000 to the LGBTQ+ Center of Las Vegas, specifically for its Espresso Yourself Café programme. This initiative supports unhoused and housing-insecure youth by offering job training and employment opportunities through a café and mobile coffee truck. The donation expands on LVS's ongoing partnership with The Center through its Sands Cares program, focusing on workforce development and addressing youth homelessness.

PNB MetLife has launched the Multifactor Index Fund, offering investors a structured approach to long-term wealth creation. This fund provides exposure to a customized index based on the NSE Nifty500 Multifactor MQVLv 50 Index, combining Momentum, Quality, Value, and Low Volatility factors. Available through ULIPs, it aims to reduce style risk across market conditions while also offering life insurance protection and potential tax benefits.

PNB MetLife has introduced a new Multifactor Index Fund, offering a structured approach to long-term wealth creation by combining four investment factors: Momentum, Quality, Value, and Low Volatility. This fund is available through Unit Linked Insurance Plans (ULIPs), aiming to provide diversified exposure across market cycles while offering life insurance protection. It is designed for investors seeking equity exposure with a long-term horizon and comfortable with market-linked returns.