BP completes sale of 65% stake in Castrol to Stonepeak

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BP has completed the sale of a 65% stake in Castrol to Stonepeak.
The $6 billion in after-tax proceeds will be used to reduce financial obligations and strengthen the balance sheet.
A retained 35% stake can be sold following a two-year lock-up period.
Castrol will operate as a standalone company with its own management, governance and strategic priorities.
Proceeds include about $800 million in prepaid dividend income; no earnings recognition or dividends are expected in the short to medium term.

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