Parsons Capital Management Inc. RI has reduced its holdings in the iShares Russell Mid-Cap Growth ETF by 42.3% during the second quarter, according to a recent SEC filing. The fund sold 1,268 shares, leaving it with 1,731 shares worth about $240,000.

Old Second National Bank of Aurora has raised its holdings in Eli Lilly and Company, now possessing a $6.12 million position. According to its latest SEC filing, the bank increased its stake by 11.5% in the second quarter, reaching 7,856 shares in total.

Consolidated Portfolio Review Corp has taken a new position in iShares MBS ETF, acquiring 3,602 shares valued at approximately $338,000. The move, disclosed in a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission, indicates the firm’s participation in the mortgage-backed securities market.

Harbour Capital Advisors LLC decreased its Microsoft stake by 0.3% in the 2nd quarter, according to a recent SEC filing. The firm sold 78 shares, leaving it with 29,167, while Microsoft continues to account for a significant 3% share of its portfolio.

Sowell Financial Services LLC expanded its investment in Braemar Hotels & Resorts by 12.8% during the second quarter, bringing its total shares to 71,171. This move reflects a $174,000 stake in the NYSE-listed hospitality firm.

Wealth Enhancement Advisory Services LLC has reduced its holdings in SEI Select Emerging Markets Equity ETF by 2.2% in the second quarter. This move, reflected in a 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission, leaves the investor with 135,972 shares of the fund.

McAdam LLC recently reported a substantial reduction in its holdings of Vanguard Communication Services ETF, trimming its stake by 30.2% in the first quarter. A total of 728 shares were sold, leaving the fund with 1,686 shares in this communication services-focused ETF.

Parkman Healthcare Partners LLC purchased 76,125 shares of Vera Therapeutics in the first quarter, investing approximately $1,829,000. This acquisition reflects growing institutional interest, with other major players also revising their stakes in the company.

PDT Partners LLC has acquired 5,047 shares of Guaranty Bancshares, Inc., valued at approximately $202,000. This move fits into a broader pattern of hedge fund and institutional investments in the Texas-based bank stock.

Alkeon Capital Management LLC raised its holdings in Rubrik, Inc. by 40%, adding 200,000 shares during the first quarter. This move, revealed in the firm’s SEC filing, brings Alkeon’s total Rubrik ownership to 700,000 shares.