Delaware Judge Orders Forced Sale of Citgo, Venezuelan Oil Refiner
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What happened
A Delaware federal judge ordered the sale of Citgo Petroleum, a company known as a Venezuelan subsidiary, in November 2025. The court ruled that Citgo could be held liable for debts owed to the Venezuelan government. The court approved a sale that would send $9 billion to creditors.
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Why it matters
The forced sale to Elliott Management and its affiliate, Amber Energy, was intended to reduce Venezuela’s massive debt pile. The successful completion of the sale could allow a U.S. company to expand Gulf Coast refining capacity.
Citgo operates refineries in Corpus Christi, Texas, and Lemont, Illinois.
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Who's involved
- CitgoOil company and gasoline retailer subject to the forced sale order.
- Elliott Investment ManagementAmerican hedge fund that was approved to acquire Citgo.
- VenezuelaCountry whose government is cited as having caused Citgo's liabilities.