Shell in Early Talks to Acquire Rival BP in Landmark $80 billion deal.

@WSJ reports talks are active, with BP “considering the approach carefully.” The industry has its doubts a deal will be done.  Acquiring BP would put Shell more on par with its larger US competitors Exxon Mobil XOM & Chevron CVX.

Bloomberg & CNBC have reported that a deal for the whole company is unlikely, but the sale in parts could be on the table.