Company Description
United States Oil Fund, LP (USO) is a limited partnership whose shares trade on NYSE Arca, Inc. under the symbol USO. According to its SEC filings, the registrant is identified as United States Oil Fund, LP, and its shares are registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 for trading on NYSE Arca. The partnership files regular reports with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and provides recurring financial information to investors.
In multiple Form 8-K filings, United States Oil Fund, LP describes itself as a registrant that issues a monthly account statement. These monthly account statements are presented in the form of a Statement of Income (Loss) and a Statement of Changes in Net Asset Value. The filings state that these reports are prepared as required under Rule 4.22 of the Commodity Exchange Act, reflecting the fund’s status as an entity subject to commodity-related regulatory requirements.
The SEC filings also indicate that United States Oil Fund, LP is not classified as an emerging growth company under Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This status is disclosed through the emerging growth company check box in the Form 8-K reports, where the registrant indicates that it is not an emerging growth company.
Each recent Form 8-K filing for United States Oil Fund, LP includes a section titled "Item 7.01. Regulation FD Disclosure," which explains that the registrant has issued its monthly account statement for a specified month-end. The filings note that this information is furnished, rather than filed, for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, and that it is not subject to the liabilities of that section unless specifically incorporated by reference in another filing under the Securities Act of 1933.
The partnership’s filings further explain that the monthly account statement is attached as an exhibit (identified as Exhibit 99.1) to the Form 8-K. The exhibit contains the detailed financial information for the period, including income (or loss) and changes in net asset value. The filings also indicate that the same monthly account statement can be accessed through a website referenced in the Form 8-K, providing another avenue for investors to review the information.
United States Oil Fund, LP operates within the regulatory framework applicable to commodity-related entities, as evidenced by its reference to the Commodity Exchange Act and Rule 4.22. The recurring nature of its monthly account statements and its regular use of Form 8-K for Regulation FD disclosure highlight a pattern of periodic financial reporting designed to keep market participants informed of the fund’s income, loss, and net asset value changes over time.
Across the recent 8-K filings, United States Oil Fund, LP consistently lists its securities under the title "Shares of United States Oil Fund, LP" with the trading symbol USO and the exchange NYSE Arca, Inc. This confirms that its primary listed security is its shares, and that these shares are traded on a U.S. securities exchange. The filings also reiterate that any information in the furnished exhibits is not automatically incorporated into other registration statements or reports unless specifically referenced.
Investors reviewing United States Oil Fund, LP on Stock Titan can use this overview to understand the basic regulatory and reporting framework under which the partnership operates. The emphasis in its public filings on monthly account statements, Statements of Income (Loss), and Statements of Changes in Net Asset Value, as well as its classification under commodity-related regulation, are central elements of how the fund presents itself in official documents.
Stock Performance
United States Oil (USO) stock last traded at $137.92. Over the past 12 months, the stock has gained 77.4%. At a market capitalization of $16.4B, USO is classified as a large-cap stock with approximately 19.6M shares outstanding.
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SEC Filings
United States Oil has filed 5 recent SEC filings, including 4 Form 8-K, 1 Form 10-K. The most recent filing was submitted on March 27, 2026. SEC filings provide transparency into a company's financial condition, material events, and regulatory compliance. View all USO SEC filings →
Financial Highlights
United States Oil generated $321K in revenue over the trailing twelve months, and net income was -$64.7M, reflecting a -20155.1% net profit margin. The company generated -$21.9M in operating cash flow.
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Short Interest History
Short interest in United States Oil (USO) currently stands at 12.5 million shares, up 77.9% from the previous reporting period, representing 63.6% of the float. Over the past 12 months, short interest has increased by 126.3%. This high level of short interest suggests significant bearish sentiment among traders.
Days to Cover History
Days to cover for United States Oil (USO) currently stands at 1.0 days. This low days-to-cover ratio indicates high liquidity, allowing short sellers to quickly exit positions if needed.
USO Company Profile & Sector Positioning
United States Oil (USO) operates in the Commodity Contracts Brokers & Dealers sector and is listed on the NYSE.