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Worm Capital LLC Amplifies Stake in Alphabet Inc. by Over 80%

Published December 5, 2023

Worm Capital LLC, an investment management firm, has significantly increased its investment in Alphabet Inc. by acquiring an additional 14,971 shares, bringing their total holdings to 33,271 shares. This move, made during the second quarter, marks an 81.8% rise in their investment in the tech giant, according to their latest filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).

Alphabet as a Key Investment

With Alphabet Inc. constituting roughly 1.8% of Worm Capital's portfolio, it is currently their 7th largest position. The value of their Alphabet holdings stood at approximately $3,983,000 at the end of the noted quarter.

Other Major Investors Adjust Positions

Meanwhile, other institutional investors have also been adjusting their stakes in Alphabet. Notably, Vanguard Group Inc. significantly raised its holdings by 1,919.4% during the third quarter, and now owns shares valued at over $45 billion. State Street Corp also increased their stake by 1,900.6%, currently holding shares worth approximately $20 billion. Additionally, Moneta Group Investment Advisors LLC and Geode Capital Management LLC followed suit with their own substantial investments in the tech giant. In total, institutional investors make up 35.08% of Alphabet's shares.

Insider Transactions

In related internal developments, senior executives at Alphabet have engaged in the sale of company stock. Senior Vice President Prabhakar Raghavan sold 16,083 shares, while Chief Accounting Officer Amie Thuener O’Toole also parted with 420 shares. Disclosures filed with the SEC revealed details of these transactions, underscoring continued insider activity in the market.

An Overview of Alphabet's Stock Performance

Alphabet has displayed resilience in the stock market, with noteworthy financial indicators. The company maintains a strong quick ratio, modest debt-to-equity ratio, and significant market capitalization, reflecting a stable fiscal posture. Additionally, the Alphabet Inc. stock has oscillated between a 52-week low and a high of $84.86 and $141.22 respectively.

Financial Earnings and Analysts' Perspectives

Alphabet's recent earnings report surpassed analysts' expectations, potentially impacting its stock performance favorably. Following these results, various analysts have issued ratings and price targets, maintaining a general consensus of a 'Moderate Buy' for the company's shares.

Alphabet at a Glance

Alphabet Inc., the parent company of Google, offers a diverse range of products and services across numerous segments including Google Services, Google Cloud, and Other Bets. It operates globally, catering to markets in various continents with widely used services such as Search, YouTube, and Google Maps.

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