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The Historical Precedent: Rockefeller’s Standard Oil

In the early 1900s, John D. Rockefeller faced significant legal challenges that led to the historic breakup of his Standard Oil empire. This antitrust ruling transformed 34 smaller companies into industry giants like Chevron and Exxon Mobil. While the breakup initially seemed daunting, it actually enhanced shareholder value. According to legal experts, the market capitalization for these companies increased five- to six-fold following the divestiture.