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Mitsubishi Corp has agreed to acquire the U.S. shale production and infrastructure assets of Aethon Energy Management for $7.53 billion, which includes $5.2 billion for equity interests and $2.33 billion in debt. This acquisition, focused on the Haynesville shale formation, aims to enhance Mitsubishi's integrated energy business and strengthen its natural gas value chain.

The deal is expected to close between April and June, pending regulatory approvals. Aethon is one of the largest privately held U.S. gas producers, with production of 2.1 billion cubic feet per day. Mitsubishi also holds interests in various LNG projects globally, producing approximately 15 million metric tons per year.