Core Viewpoint - Columbia Threadneedle Investments reported a strong performance in its "Global Technology Growth Strategy" for Q2 2025, with a composite return of 25.11% gross of fees, outperforming the S&P Global 1200 Information Technology Index's return of 23.66% [1] Company Performance - Global Payments Inc. (NYSE:GPN) experienced a one-month return of -1.45% and a 52-week decline of 16.24%, closing at $86.95 per share with a market capitalization of $21.095 billion as of September 22, 2025 [2][3] - The company reported adjusted net revenue of $2.36 billion in Q2 2025, reflecting a 5% increase on a constant currency basis [4] Market Context - The market faced volatility at the beginning of Q2 2025 due to uncertainties from global tariffs, but later rebounded with a more lenient trade policy [1] - Global Payments Inc. faced execution risks during a busy quarter that included an asset acquisition and divestiture, which affected market confidence in its long-term growth potential [3] Hedge Fund Interest - Global Payments Inc. was held by 57 hedge fund portfolios at the end of Q2 2025, a decrease from 65 in the previous quarter [4]