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Glass Lewis Endorses Cenovus Takeover of MEG Energy
MEG Energy Corp. has received a significant endorsement in its ongoing pursuit of a takeover offer by Cenovus Energy Inc. The independent proxy advisory firm, Glass Lewis & Co., has recommended that MEG shareholders support the cash-and-stock proposal from Cenovus over a competing all-stock offer from Strathcona Resources Ltd.. This marks the second major advisory firm to back the Cenovus bid, following a similar recommendation from Institutional Shareholder Services Inc. last week.
The endorsement from Glass Lewis comes at a critical time as MEG prepares for a shareholder vote scheduled for October 9, 2025. The Cenovus offer requires approval from a two-thirds majority of MEG shareholders. The outcome of this vote will be pivotal for both MEG and Cenovus, as they aim to consolidate operations in the lucrative oilsands sector.
Cenovus and MEG hold adjacent properties at Christina Lake, located south of Fort McMurray, Alberta. This geographical proximity could enhance operational efficiencies if the takeover proceeds. Strathcona, meanwhile, has expressed its intention to vote against the Cenovus proposal, leveraging its 14.2 percent stake in MEG to influence the outcome.
The recommendations from Glass Lewis and ISS reflect a growing consensus among advisory firms regarding the merits of the Cenovus offer. Market analysts suggest that the financial structure of the proposal may provide a more favorable long-term outlook for MEG shareholders compared to Strathcona’s all-stock alternative.
As the date for the shareholder vote approaches, the implications of these endorsements could be substantial. Stakeholders are closely monitoring the evolving dynamics within the Canadian energy sector, particularly as companies navigate the complexities of consolidation and competition.
This report was first published by The Canadian Press on October 1, 2025.
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