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Greenberg Financial Group purchased a new stake in shares of Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT – Free Report) during the fourth quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The fund purchased 19,777 shares of the software giant’s stock, valued at approximately $9,565,000. Microsoft comprises approximately 3.9% of Greenberg Financial Group’s holdings, making the stock its 8th largest holding. A number of other hedge funds also recently made changes to their positions in the business. Vanguard Group Inc. raised its holdings in shares of Microsoft by 1.1% during the first quarter. Vanguard Group…

India has reportedly signed a deal to acquire Russian missiles designed to target support aircraft, as its rivals Pakistan and China continue to integrate their aerial weapons systems.Russia has cleared the export of around 300 R-37M ultra-long-range air-to-air missiles in a deal worth approximately US$1.2 billion, according to media reports.Deliveries could begin within 12 to 18 months, while India’s indigenous ASTRA MK-2 and MK-3 missiles are expected to become operational around the same period, SCMP reported.The R-37M is among the longest-range air-to-air missiles, with an operational reach of 300–400 kilometres. It is intended to strike airborne early-warning and tanker aircraft,…

Financial Consulate Inc. lessened its stake in Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT – Free Report) by 48.7% during the fourth quarter, according to its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The fund owned 8,313 shares of the software giant’s stock after selling 7,877 shares during the period. Microsoft comprises about 0.5% of Financial Consulate Inc.’s portfolio, making the stock its 21st biggest position. Financial Consulate Inc.’s holdings in Microsoft were worth $4,020,000 as of its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. A number of other hedge funds and other institutional investors also recently made changes to…

India is set to acquire approximately 300 Russian R-37M very long-range air-to-air missiles in a deal worth around $1.2 billion, intended to arm its frontline Su-30MKI fleet.The R-37M, often described as an “AWACS killer,” has a reach of 300–400 kilometres, a blistering Mach 6 speed, and employs a lofted trajectory to strike high-value airborne assets.These include airborne early warning and control aircraft, aerial refuelling tankers, and electronic warfare platforms, which are critical enablers of modern air operations.The decision follows lessons drawn from Operation Sindoor, which highlighted India’s beyond-visual-range (BVR) gap against Pakistan’s PL-15 missile.By integrating the R-37M, India seeks to…

Cliftonlarsonallen Wealth Advisors LLC boosted its position in shares of Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT – Free Report) by 6.8% during the fourth quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The firm owned 63,977 shares of the software giant’s stock after purchasing an additional 4,068 shares during the period. Cliftonlarsonallen Wealth Advisors LLC’s holdings in Microsoft were worth $30,940,000 at the end of the most recent quarter. Several other institutional investors and hedge funds also recently bought and sold shares of the company. BLVD Private Wealth LLC lifted its holdings in Microsoft by…

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and the Indian Navy have achieved a significant milestone in advancing India’s indigenous naval capabilities with the successful completion of advanced hydrodynamic performance assessments and model testing for a frontline warship project. The work was spearheaded by the Naval Science and Technological Laboratory (NSTL) in collaboration with the Navy’s Warship Design Bureau.It showcased high-end expertise in hull hydrodynamics, computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulations, and experimental testing, all of which matched leading international standards in accuracy and reliability.DRDO announced that comprehensive capabilities were demonstrated across critical parameters including resistance, propulsion, sea keeping, and manoeuvrability. These…

Brookwood Investment Group LLC boosted its stake in shares of NVIDIA Corporation (NASDAQ:NVDA – Free Report) by 6.9% during the 4th quarter, according to the company in its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The firm owned 261,627 shares of the computer hardware maker’s stock after purchasing an additional 16,971 shares during the quarter. NVIDIA makes up 5.9% of Brookwood Investment Group LLC’s investment portfolio, making the stock its biggest holding. Brookwood Investment Group LLC’s holdings in NVIDIA were worth $48,793,000 as of its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Several other…

The Indian Air Force is entering a decisive phase in its effort to arrest squadron depletion, with the long-delayed induction of the TEJAS MK-1A now under critical review.A high-level technical and program evaluation is scheduled for May 2026 at Air Headquarters in New Delhi, where Hindustan Aeronautics Limited will present its first batch of aircraft for operational acceptance.This meeting carries exceptional weight, not only because the program is running over two years behind schedule, but also because it will determine whether HAL’s offerings meet the Air Force’s stringent combat benchmarks.The review coincides with a leadership transition at HAL. Ravi Kota,…

Calamos Advisors LLC trimmed its holdings in shares of Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE:LUV – Free Report) by 3.9% in the fourth quarter, according to the company in its most recent filing with the SEC. The institutional investor owned 318,032 shares of the airline’s stock after selling 12,915 shares during the quarter. Calamos Advisors LLC owned 0.06% of Southwest Airlines worth $13,144,000 as of its most recent filing with the SEC. Other large investors have also recently bought and sold shares of the company. GHP Investment Advisors Inc. acquired a new position in Southwest Airlines during the 4th quarter worth approximately…

The United States Central Command has confirmed that the guided‑missile destroyer USS Rafael Peralta (DDG 115) intercepted an Iranian‑flagged ship on 24 April. Naval authorities reported that the vessel was attempting to sail to a port in Iran when the destroyer moved to halt its progress.The boarding and subsequent investigation were carried out by the crew as part of ongoing enforcement measures.This interception forms part of a wider maritime blockade strategy announced by Washington. During a press briefing at the Department of War, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Dan Caine emphasised that the United States will continue…