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Magnum Hunter gives way on Ambassador Oil chase

US energy player Magnum Hunter Resources has effectively given up in the takeover tussle for Cooper Basin junior Ambassador Oil & Gas, declaring it has “no present intention” to increase its offer price.

Angela Macdonald-Smith
Angela Macdonald-SmithSenior resources writer
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US energy player Magnum Hunter Resources has effectively given up in the $50 million takeover tussle for Cooper Basin junior Ambassador Oil & Gas , declaring it has “no present intention" to increase its offer price, leaving the way clear for rival suitor Drillsearch Energy .

Ambassador shares were down 7.1 per cent in early afternoon trading. Drillsearch was 2.8 per cent lower.

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Angela Macdonald-Smith writes on the resources industry with a focus on energy, including gas, oil, electricity and renewables. Connect with Angela on Twitter. Email Angela at amacdonald-smith@afr.com

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