Who Owns APA?
APA is the master brand of APA Corporation (NASDAQ: APA), the Houston-based independent oil and gas producer descended from Apache Corporation, producing in the Permian Basin and Egypt.
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Who Owns APA?
- Parent Company: APA Corporation
- Ownership Type: Brand division
- Company Type: Publicly Traded
- Stock Ticker: NASDAQ: APA
| Brand | Parent Company | Ownership Type |
|---|---|---|
| APA | APA Corporation | Brand division |
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History of APA
- Founded: 1954
- Founders: Truman Anderson, Raymond Plank, Charles Arnao
Founded as Apache Corporation in 1954, the company adopted the APA holding-company name in 2021 while Apache remained the operating subsidiary.
About APA Corporation
Is APA the same as Apache?
APA Corporation is the listed holding company created in 2021; Apache Corporation remains the operating subsidiary.
Is APA publicly traded?
Yes. It trades on NASDAQ under ticker APA.
Where does APA produce?
The US Permian Basin and Egypt's Western Desert, with Suriname under development.
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Who is the CEO of APA?
John Christmann IV, chief executive officer.
- Founded: 1954
- Headquarters: Houston, Texas, USA
- Company Type: Publicly Traded
- Stock: NASDAQ: APA
- Revenue: Approximately $9.7 billion (FY2025)
- Employees: Approximately 2,300
Where Is APA Made / Based?
- Headquarters: Houston, Texas, USA
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APA Ownership: Pros & Cons
Advantages
- +Established Permian and Egypt positions
- +Suriname development option
Considerations
- -Concentrated geographic exposure
- -Commodity price dependence
Frequently Asked Questions About APA
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Sources & Further Reading
- APA official website
- APA Corporation company page - /companies/apa
Competitors to APA
These competing brands operate in the same categories and provide similar products or services. Compare key attributes to understand market positioning and competitive landscape.
| Brand | Parent Company | Country | Founded | Market Position | Primary Market | Gender Target |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oneok | USA | 2004 | Mass market | United states | All Genders |
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Competitive Analysis
Market Positioning: APA competes with 1 brands in the same categories, ranging from mass market to luxury positioning.
Geographic Distribution: Competitors are headquartered across multiple regions, indicating global competition in this market segment.
Brand Heritage: Competitor brands range from established heritage brands to newer market entrants, with founding years spanning several decades.
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Adani Power is privately owned, unlike APA which is under a publicly traded parent company.
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PSE&G is privately owned, unlike APA which is under a publicly traded parent company.
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PSEG Long Island is privately owned, unlike APA which is under a publicly traded parent company.
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