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Flagship Harbor Advisors LLC Purchases 1,273 Shares of Microsoft Co. (NASDAQ:MSFT)

Flagship Harbor Advisors LLC Purchases 1,273 Shares of Microsoft Co. (NASDAQ:MSFT)

  • 16.03.2025 17:52
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Flagship Harbor Advisors LLC increased its Microsoft holdings by 1,273 shares in Q4, raising its stake to 68,384 shares worth $28.8 million. Microsoft’s stock rose 2.6%, with analysts forecasting growth and a moderate buy rating.

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Grew position by 1.9% in the fourth quarter, now owns 68,384 shares worth $28,824,000

Context

Analysis of Flagship Harbor Advisors LLC's Investment in Microsoft Co. (NASDAQ:MSFT)

Key Facts and Data Points

  • Shares Purchased: 1,273 shares
  • Position Growth: +1.9% increase in the fourth quarter
  • Total Holdings: 68,384 shares
  • Portfolio Weight: Microsoft makes up ~1.5% of Flagship Harbor Advisors LLC’s portfolio
  • Holdings Value: $28,824,000

Market Trends and Business Impact

  • Hedge Fund Activity: Multiple hedge funds increased their stakes in Microsoft during the third quarter:

    • Net Worth Advisory Group: New stake worth $2,645,000
    • Oak Ridge Investments LLC: +7.6% increase to 263,534 shares ($113,399,000)
    • Jacobs & Co. CA: +0.9% increase to 96,021 shares ($41,318,000)
    • Focus Financial Network Inc.: +2.0% increase to 76,296 shares ($32,830,000)
    • Campbell Wealth Management: New stake worth $3,314,000

  • Institutional Ownership: ~71.13% of Microsoft’s stock is owned by hedge funds and institutional investors

Financial Performance

  • Stock Price: Opened at $388.56; 2.6% increase

  • Market Cap: $2.89 trillion

  • Key Ratios:

    • P/E Ratio: 31.29
    • PEG Ratio: 2.21
    • Beta: 0.92
    • Current Ratio: 1.35
    • Quick Ratio: 1.34
    • Debt-to-Equity Ratio: 0.13

  • Dividend Information:

    • Quarterly dividend of $0.83, annualized to $3.32
    • Dividend Yield: 0.85%
    • Payout Ratio: 26.73%

Earnings and Analyst Sentiment

  • Earnings Performance:

    • Q4 EPS: $3.23 (vs. consensus estimate of $3.15)
    • Net Margin: 35.43%
    • Return on Equity: 33.36%

  • Analyst Consensus:

    • Rating: “Moderate Buy”
    • Average Target Price: $510.43
    • Analysts’ EPS Forecast for FY24: ~$13.08

Competitive Dynamics and Strategic Considerations

  • Productivity Segment Growth: Microsoft’s focus on productivity tools (e.g., Office, Teams, Microsoft 365) continues to drive revenue growth
  • Cloud Computing Dominance: Strong position in cloud services with Azure leading market share
  • AI Integration: Launch of Microsoft 365 Copilot highlights strategic focus on AI-driven solutions

Long-Term Effects and Regulatory Implications

  • Market Leadership: Microsoft’s sustained investment in innovation positions it as a key player in the tech sector
  • Regulatory Environment: Potential antitrust scrutiny may impact competitive dynamics, but current market dominance remains intact

Conclusion

Flagship Harbor Advisors LLC’s purchase of 1,273 shares and other hedge funds’ increased stakes reflect confidence in Microsoft’s long-term growth potential. The company’s strong financial performance, coupled with positive analyst sentiment, underscores its position as a leading technology stock.