ConocoPhillips (COP) , a U.S.-based exploration and production player, has received a second request from the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) for further information on its proposed merger with Marathon Oil Corporation (MRO) . ConocoPhillips had announced the acquisition in May 2024 in an all-stock transaction worth $22.5 billion. Per COP’s statement, both companies received the FTC request and are jointly working with the regulatory body to review the details of the proposed merger.Marathon sharehold ...