Stockholders Approve SM Energy-Civitas Merger; Closing Expected January 30

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SM Energy stockholders overwhelmingly approved the merger with Civitas Resources and an increase in authorized shares, paving the way for the merger to close on January 30, 2026.

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• Stockholder Approval for Merger Share Issuance

  SM Energy stockholders approved the issuance of common stock to Civitas stockholders for the merger with 99.1% of votes cast in favor.

• Authorized Share Increase Approved

  Stockholders also approved an amendment to increase authorized common stock from 200 million to 400 million shares, with 98.6% approval, to facilitate the merger.

• Merger Closing Date Set

  The merger with Civitas Resources, Inc. is now expected to close on January 30, 2026, following approvals from both companies' stockholders.

• Strategic Rationale Reaffirmed

  Both CEOs emphasized the transformative nature of the merger, citing enhanced scale, top-tier assets, and significant free cash flow generation for the combined entity.

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SM Energy's stockholders have overwhelmingly approved the proposed all-stock merger with Civitas Resources, Inc., along with an an increase in authorized shares to facilitate the transaction. This approval, coupled with Civitas stockholders' adoption of the merger agreement, marks a critical milestone towards the completion of this significant M&A event. The merger is now expected to close on January 30, 2026, creating a combined entity with enhanced scale and top-tier assets, as highlighted by both companies' CEOs. This development de-risks the transaction and provides clarity on the company's future strategic direction.