Natural gas company Diversified Energy has reached a deal to acquire Maverick Natural Resources, a company with operations in Texas and Oklahoma, according to a report from The Wall Street Journal. The transaction marks a significant strategic move for Diversified Energy, which has historically focused on natural gas production, as it expands its footprint into the oil-rich Permian Basin region. Maverick Natural Resources operates across key energy-producing areas in Texas and Oklahoma, two of the most prolific hydrocarbon-producing states in the United States. The financial terms of the deal were not fully detailed in the available source material. The acquisition signals Diversified Energy's intent to broaden its asset base beyond its traditional natural gas holdings. The Permian Basin, straddling western Texas and southeastern New Mexico, remains one of the most actively developed oil and gas regions in the world. This deal could reshape Diversified Energy's production profile and geographic exposure. Further details regarding regulatory approvals, timelines, and valuation are expected to emerge as the transaction progresses.