Shell denies reports that the energy giant is in talks to take over BP
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, citing people familiar with the matter.
'In response to recent media speculation Shell wishes to clarify that it has not been actively considering making an offer for BP and confirms it has not made an approach to, and no talks have taken place with, BP with regards to a possible offer,' Shell said in a statement to the London Stock Exchange.
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