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10 Aug 2026, 07:28 UTC · 1h ago
Serica Energy says it won't raise bid for Pharos
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10 Aug 2026, 07:28 UTC · 1h ago
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Serica Energy PLC (SQZ) has declared its 32.6683p-a-share offer for Pharos Energy (PHAR) as final and will not raise the bid despite a rival proposal from Ratio Petroleum. — A refusal to raise a bid in a competitive takeover situation typically caps the immediate upside for the target company's share price.
-0.40Ratio Petroleum has secured irrevocable undertakings for approximately 41.76% of Pharos Energy's issued share capital for its increased offer. — Strong shareholder alignment with a higher bidder increases the likelihood of a successful takeover at a premium over current prices.
+0.30Diversified Energy Company PLC (DEC) is acquiring its first-ever operated drilling rig to launch a development program in Oklahoma. — Moving from non-operated to operated assets generally allows for better cost control and operational efficiency, potentially improving margins.
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The company is launching a new development program in Oklahoma and acquiring its first-ever operated drilling rig.
The company is the subject of a bidding war between Serica Energy and Ratio Petroleum.
The company has refused to increase its bid for Pharos Energy despite a higher proposal from a rival bidder.
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