Local Pensions Partnership Investment 13F: Cuts MSFT Stake by $7M

Local Pensions Partnership Investment trimmed its position in Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) by 13,600 shares, bringing its total to 762,353 shares. The fund disclosed this change in its latest Form 13F filing on October 26, 2026. The reduction is valued at about $6.98 million.

MSFT Microsoft Corporation

$532.60 ▲ +13.33% year to date

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Daily close · Oct 26, 2026

Where Microsoft Fits in Local Pensions Partnership's Portfolio

Microsoft now represents 12.14% of Local Pensions Partnership's 13F portfolio, ranking second among its 33 total positions.

Other Institutional Activity in Microsoft

On the same day, J. Safra Sarasin Holding reduced its stake in Microsoft by 110,744 shares, leaving it with 677,819 shares valued at about $304.6 million. Tokio Marine Asset Management increased its holdings by 5,944 shares, bringing its total to 387,119 shares worth approximately $198.6 million. Meanwhile, Marathon Asset Management cut its position by 59,874 shares, ending with 99,844 shares valued at about $51.2 million.

Microsoft Corporation Stock Up 1.6%

Microsoft shares recently traded around $532.75, about equal to the closing price of $532.60 on October 26, 2026. The stock is currently above its 50-day moving average by 4.6% and well above its 200-day moving average by 22.0%. However, it remains 3.8% below its 52-week high of $553.72.

Recent Earnings

For the trailing twelve months, Microsoft reported revenue of approximately $331.8 billion and earnings per share (EPS) of $17.95. The company is set to announce its next earnings on October 28, 2026.

Dividend

Microsoft has an annual dividend rate of $3.92 per share, translating to a yield of about 0.74%. The company maintains a dividend payout ratio of 19.8%.

Insider Buying and Selling at Microsoft Corporation

Judson Althoff, an officer at Microsoft, sold 10,000 shares on August 5, 2026, at an average price of $487.89, totaling about $4.88 million. Additionally, CEO Satya Nadella sold 86,525 shares on September 1, 2026, valued at approximately $43.4 million.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

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. The consensus among analysts suggests a strong buy recommendation, with a mean price target of about $603.43.

About Microsoft Corporation

Microsoft Corporation is a leading technology company that develops a wide range of software and hardware products for consumers and businesses. Its offerings include operating systems, applications, and devices like PCs and gaming consoles. This recent position adjustment by Local Pensions Partnership reflects ongoing management of their investment strategy.

Bottom Line

Investors should keep an eye on Microsoft's upcoming earnings report scheduled for October 28, 2026, as well as any further 13F filings that may provide insight into institutional trading activity regarding this stock.