Fracking pioneer Chesapeake Energy Corp (CHK) is preparing to file for bankruptcy as soon as this week, three people familiar with the matter have told Reuters.According to the Reuters sources, CHK is now wrapping up negotiations for a $900 million debtor-in-possession loan. It is also discussing with creditors the potential to “roll up” its existing debt and make it part of the bankruptcy loan, bringing the total debtor-in-possession financing closer to $2 billion, the sources said.At the same time the company is also looking for an equity infusion from creditors. Chesapeake plans to file for bankruptcy on Thursday, but if …read more
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