Patton Fund Management Boosts Valero Energy Stake

Investment firm increases holdings in oil and gas company by over 2,000%

Apr. 14, 2026 at 12:23pm

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An extreme close-up of gleaming metal pipes, valves, and machinery in an oil refinery, conveying the physical scale and technological sophistication of the energy industry.A dramatic, high-contrast image of the inner workings of an oil refinery highlights the industrial might behind Valero Energy's financial performance.San Antonio Today

Patton Fund Management Inc. significantly increased its stake in Valero Energy Corporation (NYSE: VLO) during the fourth quarter, boosting its holdings by 2,047.9% to 41,519 shares worth $6.76 million, according to a recent SEC filing.

Why it matters

This large increase in Valero Energy shares by Patton Fund Management suggests the investment firm sees significant upside potential in the oil and gas company's stock. Valero is one of the largest independent petroleum refiners in the world, so changes in its shareholder base can signal broader trends in the energy sector.

The details

Patton Fund Management purchased an additional 39,586 shares of Valero Energy during the fourth quarter, bringing its total position to 41,519 shares. This represents a massive 2,047.9% increase in the firm's holdings of the oil and gas company's stock compared to the prior quarter.

  • Patton Fund Management filed its latest 13F report with the SEC on April 14, 2026, disclosing the Q4 2025 increase in Valero Energy shares.
  • The fourth quarter of 2025 ended on December 31, 2025.

The players

Patton Fund Management Inc.

An investment management firm that significantly increased its stake in Valero Energy Corporation during the fourth quarter of 2025.

Valero Energy Corporation

A San Antonio, Texas-based integrated downstream energy company that manufactures and markets transportation fuels, petrochemical feedstocks, and other industrial products.

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The takeaway

This filing highlights how institutional investors like Patton Fund Management are closely watching and adjusting their positions in major energy companies like Valero as the sector navigates market shifts and evolving industry dynamics.