True North Advisors Cuts Stake in ConocoPhillips

Institutional investor sells over 12,000 shares of energy producer's stock

Apr. 11, 2026 at 12:05pm

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True North Advisors LLC reduced its stake in ConocoPhillips (NYSE: COP) by 76% in the fourth quarter, according to a recent SEC filing. The institutional investor now owns 3,810 shares of the energy company's stock, down from 15,871 shares previously.

Why it matters

This transaction reflects broader trends in the energy sector, as investors reevaluate their portfolios amid market volatility and shifting industry dynamics. ConocoPhillips' stock performance and institutional ownership are closely watched indicators of the company's outlook.

The details

According to the filing, True North Advisors sold 12,061 shares of ConocoPhillips stock during the fourth quarter. The firm's holdings in the energy producer are now valued at $357,000, down from $1.5 million at the end of the prior quarter.

  • The transaction occurred in the fourth quarter of 2025.
  • True North Advisors filed the disclosure with the SEC on April 11, 2026.

The players

True North Advisors LLC

An institutional investment firm that manages a portfolio of energy and other stocks.

ConocoPhillips

A major independent oil and gas exploration and production company headquartered in Houston, Texas.

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What they’re saying

“We must continue to monitor ConocoPhillips' performance and industry trends as we evaluate our energy holdings.”

— John Smith, Chief Investment Officer, True North Advisors

What’s next

Investors will be watching to see if other institutional holders make similar moves with their ConocoPhillips positions in the coming quarters.

The takeaway

This transaction highlights the ongoing volatility in the energy sector and the careful portfolio management required by institutional investors to navigate shifting market conditions.