VIRGINIA RETIREMENT SYSTEMS ET Al increased its stake in VeriSign, Inc. by 7.8% during the third quarter, purchasing an additional 21,108 shares, bringing their total to 290,112 shares valued at $81.81 million. Other institutional investors also adjusted their positions in the information services provider. The article also details recent analyst ratings, insider transactions, and VeriSign's latest financial performance and dividend announcement.
International Assets Investment Management LLC significantly increased its stake in Rockwell Automation (NYSE:ROK) by 5,236.2%, adding 49,063 shares to reach a total of 50,000 shares valued at $21.8 million. Despite insider selling activity, analysts generally rate the stock as a "Hold" with an average price target of $468. The company recently surpassed quarterly earnings and revenue estimates, reporting a 7.9% year-over-year revenue growth.
Soltis Investment Advisors LLC has acquired 11,208 shares of Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ:ADSK) in the third quarter, a new position valued at approximately $2.34 million. This move is part of a broader trend of institutional investment, with various hedge funds modifying their holdings in the software company, which now sees 90.24% ownership by institutional investors. Autodesk maintains a "Moderate Buy" consensus rating from analysts, with a target price of $316.84, following strong quarterly earnings that surpassed expectations.