Ovintiv to sell its Anadarko assets for $3 billion

Core Viewpoint - Ovintiv has agreed to sell its Anadarko assets in Oklahoma for $3 billion, focusing on higher-margin operations in the Permian Basin and Canada's Montney [1]. Company Summary - The sale is part of Ovintiv's strategy to concentrate capital in core, higher-return basins while divesting non-core assets to strengthen its balance sheet amid commodity price volatility [1]. - The transaction is expected to close early in the second quarter of 2026 [1]. Industry Context - North American producers are increasingly focusing on core assets with higher returns, reflecting a broader trend in the industry to enhance financial stability during periods of commodity price fluctuations [1].