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ConocoPhillips plans to buy rival Concho Resources in a $9.7 billion deal.
It's an investment in U.S. shale for Conoco, according to the Financial Times.
“Today’s transaction is an affirmation of our commitment to lead a structural change for our vital industry,” said Ryan Lance, Conoco CEO. “Together, ConocoPhillips and Concho will have unmatched scale and quality across the important value drivers in our business.”
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