Breaking: Permian Powerhouse Callon Petroleum (CPE) Sparks Frenzy as Strategic Options Unveiled Amidst Acquisition Buzz!
Callon Petroleum (NYSE:CPE) experienced a 3.3% increase following reports that the Permian-based producer is actively considering its strategic options in response to acquisition interest. The oil producer is reportedly collaborating with advisors to explore various possibilities, including a potential sale, as outlined in a Friday Bloomberg report citing sources familiar with the matter. While no definitive decision has been reached, the company has the option to remain independent.
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Bloomberg’s attempt to seek immediate comment from Callon Petroleum (CPE), which holds a market capitalization of $2.2 billion, was unsuccessful.
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The potential deal involving Callon (CPE) coincides with a period of significant consolidation among operators in the Permian basin. This trend includes Exxon Mobil’s (XOM) proposed $59 billion acquisition of Pioneer Natural Resources (PXD). Additionally, Reuters reported a week ago that privately-held Endeavor Energy Partners is contemplating a sale, valuing the largest privately-held oil and gas producer in the Permian basin at $25 billion to $30 billion.
On Monday, Occidental Petroleum (OXY) finalized a deal to acquire CrownRock and its substantial Permian basin assets, with the transaction valued at approximately $12 billion.
It is worth noting that Callon Petroleum’s (CPE) short interest currently stands at 24%.
