BlackRock, Inc. Reduces Stake in VAALCO Energy, Inc.

BlackRock, Inc. has filed a Schedule 13G/A amendment with the SEC, disclosing a reduction in its stake in VAALCO Energy, Inc. As of September 30, 2025, BlackRock owns 7,706,432 shares of VAALCO Energy's common stock, representing a 7.4% ownership stake. This marks a decrease of 632,279 shares (7.58%) from its previous holdings. The filing indicates that BlackRock has sole voting power over 7,464,693 shares and sole dispositive power over all 7,706,432 shares. The filing also notes that various persons have the right to receive dividends or direct the sale of these shares, but no single person's interest exceeds 5% of the total outstanding shares. The amendment was signed by Spencer Fleming, Managing Director of BlackRock, Inc.