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BP vulnerable to Shell approach but core strategic rationale for deal unclear, analyst says

BP's (NYSE:BP) cheaper valuation means it is vulnerable to takeover approaches from across the oil and gas sector, not necessarily just from Shell (SHEL), according to AJ Bell investment director Russ ...
Forbes

BP Merger With Shell Edges Closer With O’Neill’s Appointment

This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more. This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more. Investors can expect a revival of speculation about a merger of global oil giants BP and ...
CNBC

Oil giant BP is seen as a prime takeover target. Is a blockbuster mega-merger in the cards?

Oil giant BP, which holds its annual general meeting on Thursday, has recently sought to resolve something of an identity crisis by launching a fundamental reset. Britain's Shell and U.S. oil giants ...
Seeking Alpha

Shell And BP: A Merger That Won't Happen In 2025, But Maybe It Should

Shell's rumored interest in acquiring BP made sense due to BP's underperformance and Shell's stronger financials and strategy. BP's aggressive green energy pivot weakened its core business, while ...
Crude Oil Prices

Why BP Became Target of Biggest Potential Oil Deal in Decades

Market chatter about a potential Shell-BP merger has intensified, fueled by BP’s weak performance, strategic flip-flops, and investor dissatisfaction. Shell formally ruled out a bid for BP in the ...