The Oil Market's Massive M&A Wave Has Devon Energy on the Outside Still Looking for a Deal

Energy companies have signed over $180 billion in merger agreements over the last six months. However, Devon Energy (DVN -0.17%) has gotten left out of the current merger wave washing over the oil patch. The oil producer has reportedly pursued several acquisition targets, only to lose to a competitor. Because of that, the company won't get the merger-fueled boost its rivals expect to see in their deals. Here's a look at the deals Devon reportedly missed and potential targets the oil stock could pursue next. ...