Obsidian Energy (OBE) sees Kernwood group lift holding to about 6%
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
A group led by Kernwood Limited reports updated beneficial ownership of Obsidian Energy Ltd. common shares. Kernwood, an Ontario investment company controlled 50/50 by Edward and Elizabeth Kernaghan, beneficially owns 4,083,414.00 shares, representing 6.1% of the outstanding common shares, with sole voting and dispositive power over those shares.
Edward H. Kernaghan is deemed to beneficially own 4,168,766.00 shares, or 6.2%, reflecting his individual holdings plus shared power over Kernwood’s position. Elizabeth Kernaghan is reported with shared voting and dispositive power over Kernwood’s 4,083,414.00 shares (6.1%.). Other family members hold much smaller direct positions.
Since the prior amendment dated October 21, 2025, Kernwood purchased 634,900 Obsidian Energy shares for an approximate total of $5,298,738.78, funded from Kernwood’s working capital. Purchases occurred between October 31, 2025 and August 5, 2026 at average prices ranging from about $7.71 to $12.785 per share. The group describes the investment as made in the ordinary course of business, with a view toward investment, while reserving flexibility to buy or sell additional securities and potentially consider proposals, including seeking representation on Obsidian Energy’s board.
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Key Figures
Kernwood beneficial ownership: 4,083,414.00 shares
Edward H. Kernaghan beneficial ownership: 4,168,766.00 shares
Shares purchased since prior amendment: 634,900 shares
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Kernwood beneficial ownership
4,083,414.00 shares
Beneficially owned by Kernwood Limited, representing 6.1% of Obsidian Energy common shares
Edward H. Kernaghan beneficial ownership
4,168,766.00 shares
Aggregate amount beneficially owned, representing 6.2% of Obsidian Energy common shares
Shares purchased since prior amendment
634,900 shares
Common shares bought by Kernwood from 10/31/2025 to 08/05/2026
Aggregate purchase price
$5,298,738.78
Approximate total paid by Kernwood for 634,900 Obsidian Energy shares
10/31/2025 purchase
240,000 shares at $7.901
Average price per share, range $7.72 to $8.10 on that date
08/05/2026 purchase
50,500 shares at $12.785
Average price per share, range $12.70 to $12.87 on that date
Event date ownership threshold
6.1%–6.2%
Percent of class represented by Kernwood and Edward H. Kernaghan holdings
Key Terms
beneficially owned, sole voting power, sole dispositive power, ordinary course of business, +2 more
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beneficially owned financial
"Aggregate amount beneficially owned by each reporting person 4,083,414.00"
Beneficially owned describes securities or assets where a person has the economic rights and control—such as the right to receive dividends and to direct voting—even if legal title is held in another name. Think of it like having the keys and using a car that’s registered to someone else: you get the benefits and make decisions. Investors care because beneficial ownership reveals who truly controls value and voting power, affecting corporate decisions and takeover dynamics.
sole voting power financial
"Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With: 7 | Sole Voting Power 4,083,414.00"
Sole voting power is the exclusive right to cast votes attached to a shareholder’s stock without needing approval from anyone else. Like holding the only remote control for a TV, it lets that holder decide corporate matters such as board members, mergers, and policy changes, making it important to investors because it concentrates control and can strongly influence a company’s strategy and the value of its shares.
sole dispositive power financial
"Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With: 9 | Sole Dispositive Power 4,083,414.00"
Sole dispositive power is the exclusive legal authority to decide what happens to a security — for example, whether to sell, transfer, or retain shares — without needing anyone else’s permission. Investors care because it signals who truly controls the economic outcome of an investment: like holding the only key to a safe, the holder can realize gains or losses and may trigger regulatory reporting, insider rules, or influence over corporate ownership.
ordinary course of business financial
"Purchases made in the ordinary course of business with a view toward investment."
The ordinary course of business means the regular, routine activities a company carries out to operate day-to-day — sales, payroll, supplier orders, customer service and similar predictable tasks. For investors, distinguishing these normal activities from unusual transactions is important because routine actions signal steady operations and predictable cash flow, while departures from the ordinary course (like one‑off deals or emergency costs) can indicate added risk or one-time impacts to earnings, much like household chores versus a sudden home renovation.
joint filing agreement regulatory
"Contracts, Arrangements, Understandings or Relationships With Respect to Securities of the Issuer | Joint Filing Agreement"
percent of class financial
"Percent of class represented by amount in Row (11) 6.1 %"
Percent of class is the portion of a specific category of securities—such as a company’s common shares, preferred shares, or a bond series—that takes part in or approves a corporate action (vote, consent, tender, etc.). Investors watch this number because it reveals how much support or opposition exists within that particular shareholder group; like counting how many members of a club back a proposal, it can determine whether a plan passes or how influence is distributed.
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FAQ
What ownership stake do the Kernwood group and Edward Kernaghan hold in Obsidian Energy (OBE)?
The reporting group led by Kernwood holds 4,083,414.00 shares of Obsidian Energy, or 6.1% of the common shares. Including his personal holdings, Edward H. Kernaghan is deemed to beneficially own 4,168,766.00 shares, representing 6.2% of the class.
What is the stated purpose of the Kernwood group’s investment in Obsidian Energy (OBE)?
The group describes its Obsidian Energy position as purchased in the ordinary course of business with a view toward investment. They review the investment on an ongoing basis and may acquire or dispose of additional equity or debt securities depending on various factors.
Could the Kernwood group seek board representation at Obsidian Energy (OBE)?
The reporting persons state they may seek to have one of their members appointed to Obsidian Energy’s board of directors. They also may consider various plans or proposals regarding the issuer and its securities, while indicating no specific current plans beyond those described.
When did the reportable event occur for this Obsidian Energy (OBE) ownership update?
The date of the event requiring this ownership update is August 5, 2026. On that day Kernwood also purchased 50,500 Obsidian Energy shares at an average price of $12.785 per share, within a range of $12.70 to $12.87.