US hedge funds trim stakes in 'Magnificent Seven' stocks in third quarter

Core Insights - Wall Street's largest hedge funds have decreased their exposure to the "Magnificent Seven" stocks, which include Nvidia, Amazon, Alphabet, and Meta, during the third quarter [1] - New investments have been made in sectors such as application software, e-commerce, and payments companies [1] Group 1 - Hedge funds reduced their positions in major tech stocks, indicating a shift in investment strategy [1] - The "Magnificent Seven" stocks are facing reduced interest from institutional investors [1] - The focus has shifted towards application software, e-commerce, and payments, suggesting a diversification in investment portfolios [1]