Chevron-Hess Merger Could Soon Get FTC Approval: Report
Portfolio Pulse from Lekha Gupta
Chevron's merger with Hess is likely to receive FTC approval soon, potentially accelerating the $53 billion deal. Despite arbitration claims from Exxon Mobil and CNOOC regarding Hess' Guyana joint venture, the merger could proceed earlier than expected. Chevron and Hess shares are trading higher on this news.
September 24, 2024 | 1:05 pm
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POSITIVE IMPACT
Chevron's merger with Hess is likely to receive FTC approval soon, which could accelerate the $53 billion deal. This news has positively impacted Chevron's stock price.
The potential FTC approval is a significant regulatory milestone for Chevron's merger with Hess, positively impacting Chevron's stock price as it reduces uncertainty around the deal.
CONFIDENCE 90
IMPORTANCE 90
RELEVANCE 100
POSITIVE IMPACT
The E.A. Series Trust Strive U.S. Energy ETF, which includes Chevron, may see positive impacts from the likely FTC approval of the Chevron-Hess merger.
As DRLL includes Chevron, the ETF may benefit from the positive market reaction to the likely FTC approval of the Chevron-Hess merger.
CONFIDENCE 70
IMPORTANCE 60
RELEVANCE 30
POSITIVE IMPACT
Hess is part of a $53 billion merger with Chevron, which is likely to receive FTC approval soon. This development has led to an increase in Hess' stock price.
The FTC approval is crucial for the merger's progress, positively affecting Hess' stock as it suggests the deal may close sooner than expected.
CONFIDENCE 90
IMPORTANCE 90
RELEVANCE 100
POSITIVE IMPACT
The SPDR Select Sector Fund – Energy Select Sector, which includes Chevron, may benefit from the likely FTC approval of the Chevron-Hess merger.
XLE, which includes Chevron, may see a positive impact from the likely FTC approval of the Chevron-Hess merger, as it could boost Chevron's stock price.
CONFIDENCE 70
IMPORTANCE 60
RELEVANCE 30
NEUTRAL IMPACT
Exxon Mobil has filed arbitration claims regarding Hess' stake in a Guyana joint venture, potentially delaying the Chevron-Hess merger. However, FTC approval may still proceed soon.
Exxon's arbitration claims introduce potential delays, but the FTC's likely approval of the merger suggests the deal may still progress, creating a neutral impact on Exxon's stock.
CONFIDENCE 80
IMPORTANCE 70
RELEVANCE 50