Massachusetts Financial Firm Reduces Sempra Energy Holdings

Institutional investor cuts stake in major utility company by 3% in Q4 2025

Apr. 12, 2026 at 9:57am

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Massachusetts Financial Services Co. MA, a major institutional investor, lowered its holdings in Sempra Energy (NYSE:SRE) by 3.0% in the fourth quarter of 2025, according to a recent SEC filing. The firm now owns approximately 4.5 million shares of the utilities provider's stock, valued at around $397 million.

Why it matters

Institutional investors like Massachusetts Financial Services Co. closely monitor and adjust their positions in major public companies. This filing provides insight into how large investment firms are viewing Sempra Energy's stock and the broader utility sector.

The details

According to the 13F filing, Massachusetts Financial Services Co. sold 137,898 shares of Sempra Energy stock during the fourth quarter. The firm now owns roughly 0.69% of Sempra's outstanding shares. Several other large investors have also modified their Sempra Energy holdings in recent quarters, with some increasing and others decreasing their positions.

  • The 13F filing covers the fourth quarter of 2025, ending on December 31st.

The players

Massachusetts Financial Services Co. MA

A major institutional investment management firm based in Boston that oversees over $600 billion in assets.

Sempra Energy

A San Diego-based energy infrastructure company that develops, owns and operates businesses delivering electricity and natural gas.

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What they’re saying

“Sempra Energy's stock has been a solid performer, but some investors may be taking a more cautious approach given broader economic uncertainty.”

— Analyst

What’s next

Investors will be watching to see if other large institutional holders make similar adjustments to their Sempra Energy positions in the coming quarters.

The takeaway

This filing highlights how large investment firms are actively managing their utility stock holdings, potentially signaling a shift in market sentiment around the energy sector.