Sunoco ownership disclosure: ALPS Advisors, Inc. and Alerian MLP ETF report shared voting and dispositive power over 24,435,476 common units, representing 11.93% of the class. The filing states the securities are owned by funds advised by ALPS and that ALPS disclaims beneficial ownership. The filing is signed by Matthew Sutula on 07/06/2026.
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Insights
ALPS/Alerian disclose a material passive stake of 11.93% in Sunoco.
The statement lists 24,435,476 common units and shows shared voting and dispositive powers for both ALPS Advisors and the Alerian MLP ETF. The filing clarifies that the units are owned by funds to which ALPS provides advice and that ALPS disclaims beneficial ownership.
Implications depend on fund trading decisions; subsequent filings would show changes in ownership or voting intent.
Key Figures
Units reported:24,435,476 sharesPercent of class:11.93%CUSIP:86765K109+1 more
4 metrics
Units reported24,435,476 sharesCommon Units Representing Limited Partner Interests
Percent of class11.93%Percent of class reported in Item 4
CUSIP86765K109Identifier for the common units
Signature date07/06/2026Signed by Matthew Sutula, Chief Compliance Officer
Key Terms
Schedule 13G/A, beneficial ownership, shared dispositive power
3 terms
Schedule 13G/Aregulatory
"Amendment No. 8 schedule 13G/A disclosure"
A Schedule 13G/A is an amended public filing with the U.S. securities regulator that updates a previous Schedule 13G, disclosing when an individual or group holds a substantial (typically over 5%) stake in a company and is claiming a passive, non‑controlling intent. Investors monitor these updates because rising or falling holdings can signal changing confidence, potential future moves, or shifts in voting power — like watching a public ledger where large shareholders quietly adjust their positions.
beneficial ownershipregulatory
"AAI disclaims beneficial ownership of such securities"
Beneficial ownership means the person or entity that actually enjoys the benefits of owning shares or other assets — such as receiving dividends, voting rights, or price gains — even if the legal title is held in another name. For investors it matters because knowing who truly controls and profits from a company reveals who can influence decisions, exposes potential conflicts of interest or hidden concentration of power, and affects transparency and risk in the stock.
shared dispositive powerfinancial
"Shared Dispositive Power 24,435,476.00"
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What stake does ALPS Advisors / Alerian MLP ETF hold in Sunoco (SUN)?
They report shared voting and dispositive power over 24,435,476 common units, equal to 11.93% of the class. The filing attributes ownership to funds advised by ALPS and notes that ALPS disclaims beneficial ownership of those securities.
Who is the reporting person on the Schedule 13G/A for SUN?
The filing identifies (1) ALPS Advisors, Inc. and (2) Alerian MLP ETF as reporting persons. Both list the principal office at 1290 Broadway, Suite 1000, Denver, CO, and include the CUSIP for the common units as 86765K109.
Does ALPS claim direct beneficial ownership of Sunoco units?
No. The filing states the securities are owned by funds advised by ALPS Advisors and expressly disclaims beneficial ownership by ALPS. It explains ALPS has voting and/or investment power over shares held by those funds.
When was the Schedule 13G/A signed for Sunoco (SUN)?
The document is signed by Matthew Sutula, Chief Compliance Officer, with signature dates of 07/06/2026. The filing is labeled Amendment No. 8 and references the reported ownership figures in the schedule.
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
SCHEDULE 13G
UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
(Amendment No. 8)
Sunoco LP
(Name of Issuer)
Common Units Representing Limited Partner Interests
(Title of Class of Securities)
86765K109
(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):
86765K109
1
Names of Reporting Persons
ALPS Advisors, Inc.
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
COLORADO
Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:
5
Sole Voting Power
0.00
6
Shared Voting Power
24,435,476.00
7
Sole Dispositive Power
0.00
8
Shared Dispositive Power
24,435,476.00
9
Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person
24,435,476.00
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)
11.93 %
12
Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)
IA
SCHEDULE 13G
CUSIP Number(s):
86765K109
1
Names of Reporting Persons
Alerian MLP ETF
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
DELAWARE
Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:
5
Sole Voting Power
0.00
6
Shared Voting Power
24,435,476.00
7
Sole Dispositive Power
0.00
8
Shared Dispositive Power
24,435,476.00
9
Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person
24,435,476.00
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)
11.93 %
12
Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)
IV
SCHEDULE 13G
Item 1.
(a)
Name of issuer:
Sunoco LP
(b)
Address of issuer's principal executive offices:
8111 Westchester Dr, Suite 400, Dallas, TX, 75225
Item 2.
(a)
Name of person filing:
(1) ALPS Advisors, Inc.
(2) Alerian MLP ETF
(b)
Address or principal business office or, if none, residence:
Common Units Representing Limited Partner Interests
(e)
CUSIP No.:
86765K109
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).
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.
ALPS Advisors, Inc. ("AAI"), an investment adviser registered under Section 203 of the Investment Advisors Act of 1940, furnishes investment advice to investment companies registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940 (collectively referred to as the "Funds"). In its role as investment advisor, AAI has voting and/or investment power over the securities of the Issuer that are owned by the Funds, and may be deemed to be the beneficial owner of the shares of the Issuer held by the Funds. However, all securities reported in this schedule are owned by the Funds. AAI disclaims beneficial ownership of such securities. In addition, the filing of this Schedule 13G shall not be construed as an admission that the reporting person or any of its affiliates is the beneficial owner of any securities covered by this Schedule 13G for any other purposes than Section 13(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
Alerian MLP ETF is an investment company registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940 and is one of the Funds to which AAI provides investment advice.
Item 7.
Identification and Classification of the Subsidiary Which Acquired the Security Being Reported on by the Parent Holding Company or Control Person.
Not Applicable
Item 8.
Identification and Classification of Members of the Group.
Not Applicable
Item 9.
Notice of Dissolution of Group.
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.
ALPS Advisors, Inc.
Signature:
/s/ Matthew Sutula
Name/Title:
Matthew Sutula, Chief Compliance Officer
Date:
07/06/2026
Alerian MLP ETF
Signature:
/s/ Matthew Sutula
Name/Title:
Matthew Sutula, Chief Compliance Officer
Date:
07/06/2026
Comments accompanying 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.
