Markets· August 17, 2026 at 12:12 p.m.
Peter Thiel's Thiel Macro Acquires Significant Stake in Argentine Energy Producer
Key takeaways
- Peter Thiel's hedge fund acquires nearly 1% stake in Vista Energy
- Vista Energy is Argentina's largest independent energy company
- Thiel Macro's position in Vista Energy is valued at around $76 million
In a notable move, Peter Thiel's hedge fund, Thiel Macro LLC, has acquired a nearly 1% stake in Vista Energy, Argentina's largest independent energy company. According to a U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission filing, the position consists of approximately 1.2 million American Depositary Shares, valued at around $76 million at the end of Q2 2022. This makes Vista Energy the second-largest disclosed holding for Thiel Macro, trailing only their Amazon stake. The acquisition has contributed to a significant increase in Vista Energy's stock price. Energy and utility companies account for six out of seven new positions initiated by Thiel Macro in Q2 2022.
