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DEVON ENERGY CORP/DE 8-K Report (Feb 24, 2003)

Filed February 24, 2003For Securities:DVN

Summary

Devon Energy Corp. (DVN) announced on February 24, 2003, that it has entered into a definitive Agreement and Plan of Merger with Ocean Energy, Inc. This transaction involves the merger of Devon's wholly-owned subsidiary, Devon NewCo Corporation, with and into Ocean Energy. The agreement marks a significant strategic move for Devon, indicating a likely expansion or consolidation within its operational footprint. Investors should pay close attention to the details of this merger as it will shape the future of the combined entity. The filing itself is an 8-K, which is used to announce significant events that shareholders should be aware of. The core of the filing is the announcement of this merger agreement, with the detailed merger agreement and a related press release attached as exhibits. Further details regarding the financial implications, strategic rationale, and integration plans will likely be disclosed in subsequent filings and investor communications.

Key Highlights

  • 1Devon Energy Corp. (DVN) entered into a Merger Agreement with Ocean Energy, Inc. on February 23, 2003.
  • 2The transaction involves the merger of a wholly-owned subsidiary of Devon (Devon NewCo Corporation) with and into Ocean Energy, Inc.
  • 3This filing is an 8-K Current Report, indicating a material event for the company.
  • 4The Merger Agreement and a press release dated February 24, 2003, are filed as exhibits.
  • 5The filing signals a significant corporate action, likely a merger or acquisition, for Devon Energy.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main event reported is the signing of an Agreement and Plan of Merger between Devon Energy Corporation and Ocean Energy, Inc. on February 23, 2003. This agreement outlines the terms for merging Ocean Energy into Devon through a subsidiary.

This merger represents a significant strategic development for Devon Energy, potentially leading to expanded operations, increased market share, or other synergistic benefits. Investors should monitor future filings for details on the financial impact, integration plans, and management's strategy for the combined entity.

More details can be found in the exhibits attached to this 8-K filing, specifically Exhibit 99.1 (News release dated February 24, 2003) and Exhibit 99.2 (Agreement and Plan of Merger dated February 23, 2003). These documents are incorporated by reference into the report.