Kimmeridge Bids $6 Billion to Buy U.S. Gas Producer Ascent Resources
Wednesday, March 4, 2026 · first reported by Crude Oil Prices Today | OilPrice.com
Kimmeridge, a PE-backed energy investor, is bidding $6 billion to acquire U.S. gas producer Ascent Resources. This represents a major portfolio company acquisition relevant to energy-focused PE fund performance and exit activity.
- Firm
- Kimmeridge
- Also named
- Ascent Resources
- Deal value
- $6B
- Asset class
- Private equity
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