FourWorld Takes a Major Swing on Sable Offshore (SOC), Buying 8 Million Shares

By Katie Brockman – Mar 1, 2026 at 11:51PM ESTKey PointsFourWorld Capital Management LLC added 8,105,608 shares of Sable Offshore Corp. in the fourth quarter, with an estimated transaction value of $73.11 million.The quarter-end position value increased by $73.11 million, reflecting the new position in Sable Offshore Corp.This new stake accounts for 62.89% of the fund’s AUM, making it the fund's largest holding.What happenedAccording to a Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filing dated February 17, 2026, FourWorld Capital Management LLC established a new position in Sable Offshore Corp. (SOC +4.24%) by acquiring 8,105,608 shares. The estimated value of this trade was $73.11 million.What else to knowThis was a new position for the fund, with Sable Offshore now accounting for 62.9% of reportable AUM as of December 31, 2025.Top holdings after the filing:NYSE:SOC: $73.11 million (62.9% of AUM)NYSEMKT:IWM: $6.15 million (5.3% of AUM)NYSE:BMY: $5.39 million (4.6% of AUM)NASDAQ:EVLV: $5.13 million (4.4% of AUM)NYSEMKT:XLE: $4.47 million (3.85% of AUM)As of February 27, 2026, Sable Offshore shares were priced at $8.25, down 72.92% over the past year and underperforming the S&P 500 by 86.44 percentage points.Company overviewMetricValuePrice (as of market close Feb. 27, 2026)$8.25Market capitalization$1.20 billionNet income (TTM)-$364 millionCompany snapshotSable Offshore is an energy company focused on offshore oil and gas production, leveraging a portfolio of federal leases totaling approximately 76,000 acres.The company engages in the production and sale of crude oil and natural gas through offshore California platforms and an onshore processing facility, and it serves energy markets in the United States.What this transaction means for investorsFourWorld took a major swing on Sable Offshore. The stock is now the firm’s top holding, comprising more than 60% of its portfolio. Considering that all other top holdings make up 5% or less of the fund, FourWorld holds a major conviction in Sable Offshore.This stock has not been without its challenges. Falling by more than 70% over the last 12 months, the company has faced major legal challenges. Late last year, federal regulators approved the restart of its Las Flores pipeline in California, only for environmental groups to immediately file a lawsuit to halt the restart.More recently, a Santa Barbara judge ruled against Sable Offshore’s bid to restart the pipeline, further halting its progress. This legal battle could be long and drawn out, increasing the stock’s potential for volatility going forward.Because the stock has plunged over the last year, it is a more affordable buy. However, much of its success will depend on how it fares with its many legal challenges. While it may have long-term growth potential, it’s also a high-risk buy right now.About the AuthorKatie Brockman is a contributing writer at The Motley Fool covering retirement, Social Security, and investing fundamentals. Prior to The Motley Fool, Katie held various writing and editing roles at companies ranging from small start-ups to multimillion-dollar brands. Her work has appeared in USA Today, Inc magazine, and other authoritative media outlets. She holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration and management from Illinois Wesleyan University.TMFKatieBrockmanStocks MentionedSable OffshoreNYSE: SOC$8.25(+4.24%)+$0.34Bristol Myers SquibbNYSE: BMY$62.25(+1.87%)+$1.15Evolv TechnologiesNASDAQ: EVLV$5.29(-1.31%)-$0.07Select Sector SPDR Trust - State Street Energy Select Sector SPDR ETFNYSEMKT: XLE$55.92(+1.58%)+$0.87*Average returns of all recommendations since inception. Cost basis and return based on previous market day close.