US EditionShell Denies Reports of BP Megamerger of Big Oil Rivals
- Shell is in early discussions to acquire rival BP, which could value BP at over $80 billion according to The Wall Street Journal.
- BP shares spiked 6.5% to 10% before closing with a 1.7% gain, while Shell's shares dipped between 1% and 3%.
- Shell stated that it has denied any active negotiations, calling the reports 'market speculation' to address investor concerns.
- Acquiring BP could reshape the global energy landscape but may face regulatory scrutiny in the UK and European Union.
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There are rumors of a gigantic acquisition opportunity, although one of the parties involved denies it.
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Shell-BP merger rumors buzzing through oil markets
Oil markets responded on Tuesday to reports that Shell is in early discussions to acquire rival BP, in what could become the largest oil industry deal in decades. According to The Wall Street Journal, which cited unnamed sources familiar with the matter, the acquisition talks are in preliminary stages and could potentially value BP at over […] The post Shell-BP merger rumors buzzing through oil markets appeared first on Must Read Alaska.
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