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News•Feb 25, 2026
How Algorithms and Drones Are Replacing Ukraine’s Infantry
Four years into the Ukraine‑Russia war, Kyiv’s ground forces have dwindled to as low as 30‑60% of authorized strength, prompting a rapid shift toward a machine‑centric defense. The Ukrainian military now relies on dense networks of drones, ground robots and remote artillery, with unmanned systems accounting for more than 80% of destroyed Russian targets and operating under a dedicated unmanned‑systems branch. While this “automaton doctrine” boosts strike efficiency, harsh winter conditions and Russian electronic‑warfare pose significant technical challenges. The transformation signals a broader move from manpower‑heavy infantry to autonomous, sensor‑driven warfare.
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Deals•Feb 23, 2026
Lansforsakringar Fondforvaltning AB Publ Acquires 4,043 Shares of Simon Property Group
Swedish investment fund Lansforsakringar Fondforvaltning AB publ announced the purchase of 4,043 shares of US real estate REIT Simon Property Group, Inc. The transaction was disclosed on February 23, 2026, with no financial terms disclosed.
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Deals•Feb 23, 2026
Lansforsakringar Fondforvaltning Increases Stake in Rockwell Automation
Swedish investment fund Lansforsakringar Fondforvaltning AB has raised its stake in industrial automation leader Rockwell Automation, Inc. The transaction details, including the size of the stake increase and purchase price, were not disclosed.
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Deals•Feb 23, 2026
Raiffeisen Bank International AG Boosts Stake in Target Corporation
Raiffeisen Bank International AG announced that it has increased its ownership stake in Target Corporation, the U.S. retailer. The move deepens the bank's investment in Target and signals confidence in the retailer's growth prospects. Deal value was not disclosed.
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Deals•Feb 23, 2026
Hillsdale Investment Management Inc. Acquires 7,400 Shares of EPAM Systems, Inc.
Hillsdale Investment Management Inc. announced the purchase of 7,400 shares of EPAM Systems, Inc., representing a new minority stake in the software services firm. The transaction details, including the purchase price, were not disclosed.
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News•Feb 22, 2026
Channing Capital Management LLC Sells 6,771 Shares of The Boeing Company $BA
Channing Capital Management LLC reduced its Boeing position by 13.7%, selling 6,771 shares and ending the quarter with 42,600 shares valued at $9.19 million. Insider executives also trimmed holdings, collectively selling over 19,500 shares worth $4.6 million in February. Meanwhile, Boeing reported...
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Deals•Feb 22, 2026
CenterBook Partners LP Invests $409,000 in Oceaneering International, Inc.
CenterBook Partners LP has invested $409,000 in Oceaneering International, Inc., providing fresh capital to the defense and engineering services firm. The investment, announced on Feb. 22, 2026, underscores CenterBook's focus on the defense sector.
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Deals•Feb 22, 2026
Global Assets Advisory LLC Raises Stake in Apple
Global Assets Advisory LLC has increased its ownership stake in Apple Inc., acquiring additional shares of the technology giant. The transaction, announced on February 22, 2026, adds to the investor's position in Apple, though the deal value remains undisclosed.
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Deals•Feb 22, 2026
High Note Wealth LLC Acquires NVIDIA Shares
High Note Wealth LLC announced the acquisition of shares in NVIDIA Corporation, marking a new stake in the leading AI chipmaker. The transaction was disclosed on February 22, 2026, though the deal value was not disclosed.
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Deals•Feb 20, 2026
Factory Mutual Insurance Co. Invests $5.16M in SAP SE
Factory Mutual Insurance Co. announced a new strategic investment of $5.16 million in SAP SE, marking a corporate venture move into enterprise software. The funding aims to deepen collaboration between the insurance and technology sectors.
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Deals•Feb 20, 2026
BIT Capital GmbH Acquires New Stake in Wix.com Ltd.
BIT Capital GmbH has purchased a new stake in Wix.com Ltd., expanding its investment in the leading website‑builder platform. The terms of the transaction were not disclosed, but the deal signals continued interest in SaaS businesses.
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Deals•Feb 18, 2026
MJP Associates Inc. Invests $578,000 in Applied Materials
MJP Associates Inc., via its ADV unit, announced a $578,000 investment in Applied Materials, Inc., the semiconductor equipment leader, on February 18, 2026.
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Deals•Feb 18, 2026
Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken AB Acquires Shares of Monster Beverage Corporation
Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken AB (SEB) has acquired a stake in Monster Beverage Corporation, as reported on February 18, 2026. The transaction details, including the size of the stake and purchase price, were not disclosed.
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Deals•Feb 17, 2026
Beirne Wealth Consulting Services Acquires Visa Shares
Beirne Wealth Consulting Services LLC has purchased shares of Visa Inc., marking a new investment in the payments giant. The transaction details, including the stake size and purchase price, were not disclosed.
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Deals•Feb 17, 2026
Colrain Capital LLC Acquires 109,700 Shares of Comcast Corporation
Colrain Capital LLC announced the acquisition of 109,700 shares of Comcast Corporation, representing a minority stake in the telecom giant. The transaction was disclosed on February 17, 2026, with the deal value not disclosed.
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Deals•Feb 17, 2026
Crestwood Advisors Group LLC Acquires Invesco QQQ Shares
Crestwood Advisors Group LLC has acquired shares of the Invesco QQQ exchange-traded fund (ticker QQQ). The transaction was announced on February 17, 2026, and the deal value was not disclosed.
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Deals•Feb 16, 2026
Caprock Group LLC Invests $1.06M in Air Products and Chemicals
Caprock Group LLC has invested $1.06 million to acquire a minority stake in Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., a leading industrial gases company. The transaction was announced on February 16, 2026.
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