The chart below shows how OXY performed 10 days before and after its earnings report, based on data from the past quarters. Typically, OXY sees a +1.36% change in stock price 10 days leading up to the earnings, and a +5.58% change 10 days following the report. On the earnings day itself, the stock moves by -0.28%. This data can give you a slight idea of what to expect for the next quarter's release.
Positive
Free Cash Flow Achievement: 1. Record Free Cash Flow: Generated $1.5 billion of free cash flow before working capital, exceeding guidance across all segments.
Record Quarterly Production: 2. Highest Quarterly Production: Achieved the highest quarterly U.S. production in company history, driven by strong new well performance and higher uptime in the Permian Basin.
Debt Repayment Achievement: 3. Significant Debt Reduction: Repaid $4 billion in debt during the third quarter, nearly 90% of the near-term commitment, well ahead of schedule.
Cost Reduction Achievement: 4. Cost Management Success: Reduced domestic lease operating expenses to $8.68 per barrel, the lowest since Q1 2022, demonstrating operational strength.
Production Guidance Increase: 5. Increased Production Guidance: Raised fourth quarter total company production guidance to a midpoint of 1.45 million BOE per day, reflecting sustained well performance and operational momentum.
Negative
Gulf Production Decline: 1. Production Shortfall in Gulf of Mexico: Production in the Gulf of Mexico fell below guidance due to unplanned downtime from hurricane-related activity, impacting overall output.
Asset Sale Loss Impact: 2. Loss from Asset Sales: The company reported a loss from the sale of down-operated U.S. onshore acreage, which negatively affected adjusted profit figures.
Capital Expenditure Reduction: 3. Increased Capital Expenditure: The anticipated capital expenditure for 2025 is projected to be $450 million lower than 2024, indicating a reduction in investment despite operational needs.
Oil Mix Decline: 4. Declining Oil Mix: The oil mix in the Permian dropped from 58-59% to 55%, reflecting a shift towards lower oil cut production due to increased secondary bench development.
Debt Management Issues: 5. Debt Reduction Challenges: Despite repaying $4 billion in debt, the company faces ongoing challenges in maintaining a strong balance sheet amid fluctuating commodity prices and operational costs.
Occidental Petroleum Corporation (OXY) Q3 2024 Earnings Call Transcript
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