Shell (SHEL) is in advanced talks to acquire LLOG Exploration Offshore for more than $3 billion to expand in the US Gulf, Reuters reported Tuesday, citing two sources familiar with the matter.
While a deal is not guaranteed, the discussions are nearing an agreement, with one source saying it could be signed by year-end, according to the report.
Shell and LLOG did not immediately reply to requests for comment from MT Newswires.
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