Fuel crisis raises stakes around $60b Woodside takeover interest (opens original article in a new tab)

ExxonMobil's potential takeover of Woodside Energy faces significant regulatory challenges, according to insiders and observers, as the US company explores acquisition opportunities in Australia.

• ExxonMobil is considering acquiring Woodside Energy, Australia's largest listed gas producer
• Woodside insiders and observers believe ExxonMobil would struggle to get government approval for the takeover
• Bloomberg reported that ExxonMobil is evaluating several potential acquisition targets including Woodside