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SM Energy completes Civitas merger, expands Permian and U.S. shale footprint

January 30, 2026

(World Oil) – SM Energy Company has closed its all-stock merger with Civitas Resources, Inc. following shareholder approval at special meetings held Jan. 27. The combined company will continue operating under the SM Energy name. The transaction creates a larger, oil-focused U.S. independent with a broader footprint across core shale basins, including an expanded position in the Permian Basin. Management has previously outlined plans

Civitas Resources boosts production, lowers costs ahead of SM Energy merger

November 7, 2025

(World Oil)– Civitas Resources Inc. reported strong financial and operating results for the third quarter of 2025, driven by higher production, lower costs, and continued balance sheet strength. The company earned net income of $177 million, generated $860 million in operating cash flow, and achieved Adjusted EBITDAX of $855 million, exceeding internal forecasts. Oil and total production volumes rose 6%

Tullow Oil confirms talks with Kosmos Energy over potential all-share takeover

December 13, 2024

(Yahoo Finance) – Kosmos Energy has confirmed that it is in “preliminary discussion” with Tullow Oil, an independent oil and gas exploration company, regarding a potential all-share takeover offer. The announcement follows recent media reports speculating about the deal. Tullow Oil, which has faced leadership changes following the resignation of CEO Rahul Dhir on 4 December, acknowledged the approach in

SM Energy completes Civitas merger, expands Permian and U.S. shale footprint

Civitas Resources boosts production, lowers costs ahead of SM Energy merger

Tullow Oil confirms talks with Kosmos Energy over potential all-share takeover

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