Shares of Hess Corporation (HES) soared more than 5% on Thursday, November 1st, as the company's planned acquisition by energy giant Chevron (CVX) appeared closer to completion and Chevron reported strong third-quarter earnings.
Chevron's $53 billion acquisition of Hess, announced last year, had faced a regulatory hurdle from Exxon Mobil (XOM) over rights to an oil development project off Guyana. However, sources familiar with the matter revealed that the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is now set to approve the merger, removing a major obstacle for the deal to close.
Additionally, Chevron's third-quarter results showed better-than-expected earnings, driven by a surge in U.S. oil and gas production, particularly in the lucrative Permian Basin. The company's focus on key regions and operational efficiency helped offset lower oil prices and weaker refining margins. As a pending acquisition target, Hess could benefit from Chevron's robust operational performance and growth plans.
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