01—Abstract
Summary
Summary of the 10-K filed February 21, 2025. Cited figures are marked; the original filing is the authoritative source.
Chevron Corporation's 2024 Form 10-K details a strong operational performance, with worldwide oil-equivalent production up 7%a driven by legacy PDC Energy production and Permian Basin growth.
While net income saw a decrease compared to 2023, primarily due to lower commodity prices and downstream margins, the company demonstrated resilience. Chevron continued its commitment to shareholder returns, repurchasing $15.2 billionb of its common stock and increasing its quarterly dividend for the 37th consecutive year. The company is strategically advancing its lower-carbon energy ambitions, with significant planned capital investments in renewable fuels, hydrogen, and carbon capture.
The company is actively managing its portfolio, evidenced by the recent sale of Canadian assets for $6.5 billionc. Looking ahead, Chevron anticipates a 6-8% increase in oil-equivalent production for 2025, contingent on a $70 Brent crude oil price assumption.
The pending acquisition of Hess Corporation remains a key strategic initiative, subject to regulatory and arbitration outcomes, which could significantly expand Chevron's footprint, particularly in Guyana. Despite global economic uncertainties and geopolitical risks, Chevron's diversified operations and prudent financial management position it to navigate the evolving energy landscape.
02—Key points
Key Highlights
- Chevron's worldwide net oil-equivalent production increased by 7% in 2024 to 3.3 million barrels per day, primarily due to the full-year impact of the PDC Energy acquisition and growth in the Permian Basin.
- The company demonstrated continued commitment to shareholder returns by repurchasing $15.2 billion of its common stock in 2024 and increasing its quarterly dividend by approximately 5% in early 2025, marking the 37th consecutive annual dividend increase.
- Chevron generated $31.5 billion in cash from operating activities in 2024, supporting capital expenditures of $16.4 billion, which included approximately $7.7 billion allocated to lower-carbon investments.
- The company sold its Canadian oil sands and shale assets for $6.5 billion in December 2024, generating significant proceeds and streamlining its portfolio.
- Chevron is progressing its strategic growth initiatives, including the pending acquisition of Hess Corporation, which is subject to ongoing arbitration and regulatory approvals.
- The company anticipates average worldwide oil-equivalent production to increase by 6-8% in 2025, assuming a Brent crude oil price of $70 per barrel and excluding asset sales.
- Chevron is investing in lower carbon energy solutions, with $1.5 billion of total capital expenditure projected for these initiatives in 2025, alongside a strategic focus on growing new businesses in renewable fuels, carbon capture, hydrogen, and data center power.
03—One dollar
04—Financials
Financial Highlights
Figures from 10-KFY2024filed February 21, 2025Financial Statements
FY2024 against FY2023
| Line item | FY2024FY2023 | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue | $193.41B$196.91B | −1.8% |
| Cost of Revenue | $119.21B$119.20B | 0.0% |
| Gross Profit | $74.21B$77.72B | −4.5% |
| R&D Expenses | $353.00M$320.00M | +10.3% |
| SG&A Expenses | $4.83B$4.14B | +16.7% |
| Operating Expenses | $175.29B$171.37B | +2.3% |
| Interest Expense | $594.00M$469.00M | +26.7% |
| Net Income | $17.70B$21.40B | −17.3% |
| EPS (Basic) | $9.76$11.41 | −14.5% |
| EPS (Diluted) | $9.72$11.36 | −14.4% |
| Shares Outstanding (Basic) | 1.81B1.87B | −3.4% |
| Shares Outstanding (Diluted) | 1.82B1.88B | −3.4% |
05—Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What was Chevron's overall financial performance in 2024?
Chevron reported net income attributable to Chevron Corporation of $17.66 billion for 2024, a decrease from $21.37 billion in 2023. This reduction was primarily due to lower commodity prices and downstream margins, partially offset by higher sales volumes and the absence of certain charges.
How is Chevron investing in future growth and lower carbon initiatives?
Chevron plans to invest $1.5 billion in lower carbon initiatives in 2025, as part of its broader capital expenditure program. The company is strategically focused on growing its oil and gas business, lowering the carbon intensity of its operations, and advancing new businesses in renewable fuels, carbon capture and storage, hydrogen, and power generation for data centers.
What is the status of Chevron's pending acquisition of Hess Corporation?
The acquisition of Hess Corporation, announced in October 2023, is progressing but faces delays due to an ongoing arbitration proceeding concerning rights of first refusal in Guyana. Chevron and Hess are working towards completion, which is contingent on favorable resolution of the arbitration and regulatory approvals. The outcome of this arbitration is critical for the transaction's completion.
How is Chevron managing its asset portfolio?
Chevron is actively managing its asset portfolio, as demonstrated by the sale of its Canadian oil sands and shale assets for $6.5 billion in December 2024. The company is targeting $10-15 billion in asset sales over the five-year period ending in 2028 to optimize its portfolio and enhance financial performance.
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