Shell (NYSE:SHEL) has moved quickly to shut down speculation about a takeover bid for BP (LSE:BP,NYSE:BP), issuing a formal statement under the UK Takeover Code. According to the company, no talks ...

Shell plc (NYSE:SHEL) has issued a statement addressing recent media speculation about a potential deal to acquire BP plc (NYSE:BP). “Shell wishes to clarify that it has not been actively considering ...

Meg O’Neill’s appointment as BP CEO marks a historic first for Big Oil, making her the first woman to lead a supermajor when she takes over in April 2026. Her arrival has reignited speculation of a BP ...

BP shares jump 7% after report of potential Shell acquisition talks- BP shares rose sharply on Wednesday after a report suggested the British oil giant is in early-stage discussions to be acquired by ...

Shell refuted the takeover rumors, yet the speculation emphasizes what investors are beginning to recognize: BP’s significant discount and strategic shift might be due for reevaluation. With shares ...

Shell denied a takeover but the rumor highlights what investors are starting to see: BP’s deep discount and strategic pivot may be ripe for revaluation. Trading near $30 per share and up just 3% ...

Shell said on Thursday it hasn’t actively considered an offer for BP and has no intention of making such a bid, after a media report earlier this week rekindled speculation about a giant energy tie-up ...

BP's stock price jumped as much as 10% after the Wall Street Journal reported that rival Shell is in early talks to acquire the British oil company. Shares of BP jumped $3.11, or 10%, to $32.94 in ...

LONDON – British oil giant Shell on Thursday denied media reports that it is in talks to buy rival BP. The Wall Street Journal on Wednesday said Shell was holding “early stage talks,″ to acquire BP, ...

Shell plc is a textbook Hold: fair valuation, solid buybacks, and a decent dividend, but no major upside or hidden value from BP p.l.c. merger rumors. Both Shell and BP are prioritizing cash flow, ...

LONDON (Reuters) -Shell has not bid for BP and is not actively considering such a move, it said in a categorical denial on Thursday, adding it was bound by UK rules which mean such a statement bans it ...