State Street Corporation (NYSE: SM) discloses 4.9% beneficial stake in SM Energy

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

State Street Corporation reports beneficial ownership of SM Energy common stock. The firm, through its asset-management subsidiaries, holds 11,705,860 shares of SM Energy common stock, representing 4.9% of the class as of June 30, 2026.

State Street has no sole voting or dispositive power over these shares. It reports shared voting power over 11,334,428 shares and shared dispositive power over 11,705,860 shares, reflecting holdings managed across entities including SSGA Funds Management, Inc. and several State Street Global Advisors affiliates.

The filing notes that ownership is at or below 5 percent of the class, and that no other person is disclosed as having the right to receive dividends or sale proceeds beyond the normal investors in these managed accounts.

Key Figures

Beneficially Owned Shares: 11,705,860 shares Percent of Class: 4.9% Shared Voting Power: 11,334,428 shares +3 more

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Beneficially Owned Shares 11,705,860 shares SM Energy common stock beneficially owned by State Street Corporation as of June 30, 2026

Percent of Class 4.9% Percentage of SM Energy common stock class beneficially owned by State Street Corporation

Shared Voting Power 11,334,428 shares Shares of SM Energy over which State Street has shared power to vote or direct the vote

Shared Dispositive Power 11,705,860 shares Shares of SM Energy over which State Street has shared power to dispose or direct disposition

Sole Voting Power 0 shares SM Energy shares over which State Street has sole power to vote

Sole Dispositive Power 0 shares SM Energy shares over which State Street has sole power to dispose

Key Terms

beneficially owned, shared voting power, dispositive power, Investment Company Act of 1940

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beneficially owned financial

"Amount beneficially owned: 11705860.00"

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.

shared voting power financial

"Shared power to vote or to direct the vote: 11,334,428"

Shared voting power occurs when two or more parties jointly have the right to vote or decide how a block of company shares is cast, like co-owners who must agree before moving a piece of furniture. Investors care because who controls voting rights affects board elections, major corporate decisions and takeover outcomes, and shared control can alter regulatory disclosures and the practical influence any holder has over a company’s direction and value.

dispositive power financial

"Shared power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: 11,705,860"

Dispositive power is the authority to decide the final outcome of an asset, legal claim, contract, or corporate action — in effect the power to dispose of or resolve something. For investors it matters because whoever holds that authority can determine who gets paid, who controls an asset or vote, and how risks and returns are allocated; think of it like holding the key that lets you lock in the winner or loser in a deal.

Investment Company Act of 1940 regulatory

"investment company registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940"

A U.S. federal law that sets the rulebook for pooled investment vehicles such as mutual funds, exchange-traded funds and similar money managers, requiring them to register with regulators, disclose holdings and fees, limit conflicts of interest, and follow governance standards. It matters to investors because these protections and transparency rules act like a referee and scoreboard, helping people compare funds, trust that managers follow fair practices, and spot hidden costs or risks.

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FAQ

What percentage of SM (SM Energy) shares does State Street Corporation report owning?

State Street Corporation reports beneficial ownership of 4.9% of SM Energy’s common stock, corresponding to 11,705,860 shares as of June 30, 2026, held through various State Street Global Advisors and related asset-management subsidiaries.

How many SM Energy (SM) shares does State Street have voting power over?

State Street reports shared voting power over 11,334,428 SM Energy shares and no sole voting power. This means voting authority is exercised jointly, typically for client accounts managed by State Street affiliates.

Does State Street have dispositive power over its SM Energy (SM) holdings?

Yes. State Street reports shared dispositive power over 11,705,860 SM Energy shares and no sole dispositive power, indicating its affiliates can jointly decide on the disposition of these shares for client accounts.

Which State Street subsidiaries are tied to the SM (SM Energy) holdings?

The filing lists SSGA Funds Management, Inc. and several State Street Global Advisors entities in Europe, the UK, Singapore, and a trust company as subsidiaries associated with the reported SM Energy holdings.

Does any other person claim more than 5% interest in SM (SM Energy) via State Street’s holdings?

No. The filing states “NOT APPLICABLE” for others having rights to dividends or sale proceeds over more than 5% of the class, beyond normal investors in the managed funds and accounts.

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

SCHEDULE 13G

UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

SM ENERGY CO

(Name of Issuer)

COMMON STOCK

(Title of Class of Securities)

78454L100

(CUSIP Number)

06/30/2026

(Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement)

Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Schedule is filed:

Rule 13d-1(b)

Rule 13d-1(c)

Rule 13d-1(d)

schemaVersion:

SCHEDULE 13G

CUSIP Number(s): 78454L100

1

Names of Reporting Persons

STATE STREET CORPORATION

2

Check the appropriate box if a member of a Group (see instructions)

(a)
(b)

3

Sec Use Only

4

Citizenship or Place of Organization

MASSACHUSETTS

Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:

5	Sole Voting Power 0.00
6	Shared Voting Power 11,334,428.00
7	Sole Dispositive Power 0.00
8	Shared Dispositive Power 11,705,860.00

9

Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person

11,705,860.00

10

Check box if the aggregate amount in row (9) excludes certain shares (See Instructions)

11

Percent of class represented by amount in row (9)

4.9 %

12

Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)

HC

SCHEDULE 13G

Item 1.
(a)	Name of issuer: SM ENERGY CO
(b)	Address of issuer's principal executive offices: 1775 SHERMAN STREET SUITE 1200, DENVER, COLORADO, 80203
Item 2.
(a)	Name of person filing: STATE STREET CORPORATION;
(b)	Address or principal business office or, if none, residence: ONE CONGRESS STREET, SUITE 1, BOSTON MA 02114, UNITED STATES
(c)	Citizenship: MA
(d)	Title of class of securities: COMMON STOCK
(e)	CUSIP Number(s): 78454L100
Item 3.	If this statement is filed pursuant to §§ 240.13d-1(b) or 240.13d-2(b) or (c), check whether the person filing is a:
(a)	Broker or dealer registered under section 15 of the Act (15 U.S.C. 78o);
(b)	Bank as defined in section 3(a)(6) of the Act (15 U.S.C. 78c);
(c)	Insurance company as defined in section 3(a)(19) of the Act (15 U.S.C. 78c);
(d)	Investment company registered under section 8 of the Investment Company Act of 1940 (15 U.S.C. 80a-8);
(e)	An investment adviser in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(E);
(f)	An employee benefit plan or endowment fund in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(F);
(g)	A parent holding company or control person in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(G);
(h)	A savings associations as defined in Section 3(b) of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (12 U.S.C. 1813);
(i)	A church plan that is excluded from the definition of an investment company under section 3(c)(14) of the Investment Company Act of 1940 (15 U.S.C. 80a-3);
(j)	A non-U.S. institution in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(J). If filing as a non-U.S. institution in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(J), please specify the type of institution:
(k)	Group, in accordance with Rule 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(K).
Item 4.	Ownership
(a)	Amount beneficially owned: 11705860.00
(b)	Percent of class: 4.9 %
(c)	Number of shares as to which the person has:
	(i) Sole power to vote or to direct the vote: 0
	(ii) Shared power to vote or to direct the vote: 11,334,428
	(iii) Sole power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: 0
	(iv) Shared power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: 11,705,860
Item 5.	Ownership of 5 Percent or Less of a Class.
	Ownership of 5 percent or less of a class
Item 6.	Ownership of more than 5 Percent on Behalf of Another Person.
	If any other person is known to have the right to receive or the power to direct the receipt of dividends from, or the proceeds from the sale of, such securities, a statement to that effect should be included in response to this item and, if such interest relates to more than 5 percent of the class, such person should be identified. A listing of the shareholders of an investment company registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940 or the beneficiaries of employee benefit plan, pension fund or endowment fund is not required. NOT APPLICABLE
Item 7.	Identification and Classification of the Subsidiary Which Acquired the Security Being Reported on by the Parent Holding Company or Control Person.
	If a parent holding company has filed this schedule, pursuant to Rule 13d-1(b)(ii)(G), so indicate under Item 3(g) and attach an exhibit stating the identity and the Item 3 classification of the relevant subsidiary. If a parent holding company has filed this schedule pursuant to Rule 13d-1(c) or Rule 13d-1(d), attach an exhibit stating the identification of the relevant subsidiary. SSGA FUNDS MANAGEMENT, INC. (IA);STATE STREET GLOBAL ADVISORS EUROPE LIMITED (IA);STATE STREET GLOBAL ADVISORS LIMITED (IA);STATE STREET GLOBAL ADVISORS SINGAPORE LIMITED (IA);STATE STREET GLOBAL ADVISORS TRUST COMPANY (IA);STATE STREET GLOBAL ADVISORS, LTD. (IA);
Item 8.	Identification and Classification of Members of the Group.
	If a group has filed this schedule pursuant to §240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(K), so indicate under Item 3(k) and attach an exhibit stating the identity and Item 3 classification of each member of the group. If a group has filed this schedule pursuant to §240.13d-1(c) or §240.13d-1(d), attach an exhibit stating the identity of each member of the group. NOT APPLICABLE
Item 9.	Notice of Dissolution of Group.
	Notice of dissolution of a group may be furnished as an exhibit stating the date of the dissolution and that all further filings with respect to transactions in the security reported on will be filed, if required, by members of the group, in their individual capacity. See Item 5. NOT APPLICABLE

Item 10.

Certifications:

By signing below I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, the securities referred to above were acquired and are held in the ordinary course of business and were not acquired and are not held for the purpose of or with the effect of changing or influencing the control of the issuer of the securities and were not acquired and are not held in connection with or as a participant in any transaction having that purpose or effect, other than activities solely in connection with a nomination under § 240.14a-11.

SIGNATURE

After reasonable inquiry and to the best of my knowledge and belief, I certify that the information set forth in this statement is true, complete and correct.

STATE STREET CORPORATION

Signature:	ELIZABETH SCHAEFER
Name/Title:	SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, CHIEF ACCOUNTING OFFICER
Date:	08/07/2026