Devon Energy Ownership

Devon Energy holds a total of 653.7 Million outstanding shares. The majority of Devon Energy outstanding shares are owned by other corporate entities. These outside corporations are usually referred to as non-private investors looking to obtain positions in Devon Energy to benefit from reduced commissions. Consequently, institutional investors are subject to a different set of regulations than regular investors in Devon Energy. Please pay attention to any change in the institutional holdings of Devon Energy as this could imply that something significant has changed or is about to change at the company. Please note that no matter how many assets the company secures, if the real value of the firm is less than the current market value, you may not be able to make money on it. Some institutional investors establish a significant position in stocks such as Devon Energy in order to find ways to drive up its value. Retail investors, on the other hand, need to know that institutional holders can own millions of shares of Devon Energy, and when they decide to sell, the stock will often sell-off, which may instantly impact shareholders' value. So, traders who get in early or near the beginning of the institutional investor's buying cycle could potentially generate profits. Check out Investing Opportunities to better understand how to build diversified portfolios, which includes a position in Devon Energy. Also, note that the market value of any company could be closely tied with the direction of predictive economic indicators such as signals in board of governors. For more information on how to buy Devon Stock please use our How to Invest in Devon Energy guide.