Shares of BP jumped Wednesday, lifted by a report that Shell was in talks to acquire it in what would mark a huge deal for the pair of U.K. oil giants.
BP shares surged nearly 7% on the news.
BP shares jump 8% on report it is in early-stage talks to be acquired by Shell
Discussions are progressing ‘slowly,' The Wall Street Journal reports.
Shell is in early talks to buy rival BP in a deal worth roughly $80 billion, the Wall Street Journal reported on Wednesday, citing people familiar with the matter
A deal for BP, worth roughly $80 billion, would be a landmark combination of two supermajor oil companies.
SHEL-operated LNG Canada produces its first LNG for export, opening direct Pacific access and shifting Canada's energy trade dynamics.
Oil prices plunged on Tuesday after Israel and Iran agreed a ceasefire, sending shares in oil heavyweights BP PLC (LSE:BP.) and Shell PLC (LSE:SHEL, NYSE:SHEL) tumbling.
SHEL commits RM9 billion to Malaysia, boosting economic growth and workforce development while reinforcing its position in the global energy sector.
BP PLC (LSE:BP.) and Shell PLC (LSE:SHEL, NYSE:SHEL) were helping the FTSE 100 cut losses compared to other European markets on Thursday, as oil prices remained elevated due to exchanges of missiles and threats between Israel and Iran.
Shell PLC (LSE:SHEL, NYSE:SHEL) has reportedly prepared emergency measures to safeguard its energy operations if rising tensions between Israel and Iran lead to disruption in the Middle East. According to news wire reports, CEO Wael Sawan warned that any closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a key route for global oil shipments, would have a significant effect on trade.
Shell offers the most attractive energy portfolio among supermajors, with strong LNG growth, integrated operations, and a strategic focus on returns over growth. Management has delivered on cost reductions, capital discipline, and project execution, driving 10% annual FCF per share growth through 2030 and improving shareholder returns. Shell trades at a compelling valuation with a low P/E, sector-leading FCF yield, and significant upside despite recent stock gains and lower profitability metrics.