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DEVON ENERGY CORP/DE 8-K Report (Sep 27, 2001)

Filed September 27, 2001For Securities:DVN

Summary

Devon Energy Corporation (DVN) announced on September 27, 2001, that it expects to amend its merger agreement with Mitchell Energy & Development Corp. This amendment is primarily aimed at mitigating a specific risk related to Devon's stock price, which could otherwise prevent the issuance of necessary tax opinions. These tax opinions are a crucial condition precedent for the completion of the merger transaction. The filing of this press release as an exhibit to the 8-K indicates that the companies are actively working to ensure the merger proceeds smoothly and address potential roadblocks. Investors should pay close attention to further announcements regarding the details of the amended agreement and its implications for the merger's timeline and terms.

Key Highlights

  • 1Devon Energy Corp. (DVN) and Mitchell Energy & Development Corp. plan to amend their existing merger agreement.
  • 2The proposed amendment is intended to address potential issues arising from Devon's stock price impacting the issuance of tax opinions.
  • 3Tax opinions are a condition to closing the merger between Devon and Mitchell Energy.
  • 4The announcement was made via a press release filed as an exhibit to the 8-K on September 27, 2001.
  • 5This filing signifies proactive steps being taken by both companies to facilitate the merger completion.
  • 6Investors should monitor further disclosures for specifics on the amended agreement.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of the amendment is to eliminate the risk that Devon's stock price could prevent the issuance of certain tax opinions. These tax opinions are a required condition for the merger to be completed.

The amendment specifically addresses the condition related to the issuance of tax opinions. The company is seeking to ensure that Devon's stock price does not jeopardize the ability to obtain these necessary tax opinions.

This amendment suggests that both Devon Energy and Mitchell Energy are committed to completing the merger and are taking proactive steps to resolve potential obstacles. It indicates a focus on ensuring all conditions, including crucial tax-related ones, are met.

A press release dated September 27, 2001, detailing this announcement, was filed as Exhibit 99 to Devon Energy's Form 8-K filing on the same date. This document is incorporated by reference into the filing.