Baker Hughes 13.6B Cash Deal for Chart Industries Sparks 30th-Highest Trading Volume Amid LNG Push

On August 1, 2025, Chart Industries (GTLS) closed with a 0.04% decline, trading at $198.75 with a daily volume of $2.39 billion, ranking 30th in market activity. The stock’s performance follows the announcement of its $13.6 billion acquisition by Baker Hughes, a major energy services firm. The all-cash deal, which outbid a prior merger plan with Flowserve, aims to enhance Baker Hughes’ capabilities in liquefied natural gas (LNG) and industrial equipment markets.

The acquisition underscores growing demand for LNG infrastructure and energy transition technologies. Chart’s expertise in cryogenic systems and hydrogen solutions aligns with Baker Hughes’ strategic focus on expanding its energy technology portfolio. Analysts note the deal could consolidate market share in a fragmented sector, though short-term stock volatility may persist as investors digest the transaction’s implications for operational integration and long-term growth.

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