Chevron to Acquire Hess in $53 Billion Deal
Chevron announced on Monday that it will be purchasing its smaller competitor, Hess, in an all-stock deal valued at $53 billion.
Under the agreement, Chevron will offer $171 for each share of Hess, representing a premium of approximately 4.9% compared to the closing price of Hess shares.
Once the deal is finalized, CEO John Hess of Hess Corp. is expected to join Chevron’s board of directors, according to a statement released by both companies.
This acquisition comes shortly after Exxon made a $60 billion bid for Pioneer Natural Resources, aiming to become the leading producer in the largest oilfield in the United States.
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