Rafferty Asset Management Increases Stake in Gulfport Energy

Institutional investor boosts holding in oil and gas company by over 30%

Published on Mar. 4, 2026

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Rafferty Asset Management LLC, an institutional investor, has increased its stake in Gulfport Energy Corporation (NYSE: GPOR) by 31.4% during the third quarter, according to a recent SEC filing. The firm now owns 23,428 shares of the company's stock, worth approximately $4.24 million.

Why it matters

This increase in Rafferty's position in Gulfport Energy suggests the institutional investor sees potential upside in the oil and gas company's stock. Gulfport Energy is an independent exploration and production company focused on onshore natural gas, natural gas liquids, and crude oil properties in the United States.

The details

According to the filing, Rafferty Asset Management purchased an additional 5,592 shares of Gulfport Energy during the third quarter, bringing its total position to 23,428 shares. This represents about 0.12% of the company's outstanding stock. Other major investors in Gulfport Energy include Vanguard Group, State Street Corp, and Adage Capital Partners.

  • Rafferty Asset Management increased its stake in Gulfport Energy during the third quarter of 2026.

The players

Rafferty Asset Management LLC

An institutional investor that has increased its stake in Gulfport Energy Corporation.

Gulfport Energy Corporation

An independent oil and gas exploration and production company based in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

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The takeaway

Rafferty Asset Management's increased investment in Gulfport Energy suggests the institutional investor sees growth potential in the oil and gas company, which focuses on onshore natural gas, natural gas liquids, and crude oil properties in the United States.