J. Safra Sarasin Holding 13F: Cuts Microsoft (MSFT) Stake by $50M

On October 26, 2026, J. Safra Sarasin Holding cut its stake in Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) by 110,744 shares, reducing its total to 677,819 shares. This decrease represents about a 14.0% change and is valued at approximately $49.8 million, according to the fund's latest Form 13F filing with the SEC.

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$532.60 ▲ +13.33% year to date

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Daily close · Oct 26, 2026

Where Microsoft Fits in J. Safra Sarasin's Portfolio

J. Safra Sarasin's position in Microsoft represents 12.83% of its total reported 13F value of about $2.37 billion. The fund ranks second among its 800 reported positions. The reduction in shares is significant, reflecting a strategic adjustment within the fund's portfolio.

Other Institutional Activity in Microsoft

Several other institutional investors have also made moves in Microsoft recently. Gf Fund Management boosted its holdings by 215,522 shares, bringing its total to 759,254 shares worth approximately $389.4 million. Ag2R la Mondiale Gestion D'Actifs added 6,118 shares, increasing its total to 335,130 shares valued at about $171.9 million. UniSuper Management increased its stake by 73,643 shares, totaling 2,618,697 shares worth around $1.34 billion.

Microsoft Corporation Stock Up 1.6%

Microsoft shares closed at $532.60 on October 26, 2026, and have recently traded around $532.75. The stock is currently above its 50-day moving average by 4.8% and its 200-day moving average by 22.0%. However, it is about 3.8% below its 52-week high of $553.72.

Recent Earnings

In its most recent earnings report, Microsoft reported trailing twelve-month revenue of approximately $331.8 billion with a net margin of 40.3%. The next earnings report is scheduled for October 28, 2026.

Dividend

Microsoft pays an annual dividend rate of $3.92 per share, which gives it a yield of 0.75%. The dividend payout ratio stands at 19.8%.

Insider Buying and Selling at Microsoft Corporation

Several insiders sold shares of Microsoft recently. Judson Althoff, an officer, sold 10,000 shares on August 5, 2026, valued at approximately $4.9 million. CEO Satya Nadella sold 86,525 shares on September 1, 2026, valued at about $43.4 million. CFO Amy E Hood sold 41,674 shares on September 14, 2026, worth around $20.8 million, and another 7,305 shares on October 13, 2026, valued at about $3.98 million.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

On October 20, 2026, BMO Capital maintained an Outperform rating with a price target of $600. On October 21, 2026, Guggenheim reiterated a Buy rating with a target of $586. On October 26, 2026, Oppenheimer maintained an Outperform rating with a price target of $625, while Truist Securities reiterated a Buy rating with a target of $600. Scotiabank also maintained a Sector Outperform rating with a target of $625.

About Microsoft Corporation

Microsoft Corporation is a technology company based in Redmond, WA. It develops and supports a wide range of technology solutions, including operating systems, server applications, and various hardware devices. This recent reduction in shares by J. Safra Sarasin highlights ongoing adjustments in institutional investments in the tech sector.

Bottom Line

Investors should keep an eye on Microsoft's upcoming earnings report on October 28, 2026, as well as any further changes in institutional holdings. J. Safra Sarasin's recent filing reflects its ongoing strategy in managing its portfolio amid a dynamic market environment.