10-QPeriod: Q2 FY2023

CHEVRON CORP Quarterly Report for Q2 Ended Jun 30, 2023

Filed August 3, 2023For Securities:CVX

Summary

Chevron Corporation reported a significant decrease in net income for the second quarter and first six months of 2023 compared to the prior year, primarily driven by lower commodity prices and refining margins. Net income attributable to Chevron for the second quarter of 2023 was $6.0 billion, or $3.20 per diluted share, down from $11.6 billion, or $5.95 per diluted share, in the second quarter of 2022. For the first six months of 2023, net income was $12.6 billion, or $6.66 per diluted share, compared to $17.9 billion, or $9.17 per diluted share, in the same period of 2022. The decline in profitability is largely attributable to the Upstream segment, which saw reduced realizations for crude oil and natural gas, and the Downstream segment, impacted by lower refined product margins and increased operating expenses. Despite the year-over-year decrease in earnings, the company maintained a strong balance sheet, with total debt and finance lease liabilities decreasing. Chevron also continued to return value to shareholders through dividends and share repurchases, including nearly $4.4 billion in share repurchases during the second quarter.

Financial Highlights

48 data points
Beta

Revenue

$47.22B

38.6% Gross Margin

Net Income

$6.01B

12.7% Net Margin

EPS (Diluted)

$3.20

Total Assets

$251.78B

Cash & Equivalents

$9.29B

Free Cash Flow

$6.30B

Financial Statements
Beta
Revenue$47.22B
Cost of Revenue$28.98B
Gross Profit$18.23B
SG&A Expenses$1.13B
Operating Expenses$41.06B
Interest Expense$120.00M
Net Income$6.01B
EPS (Basic)$3.22
EPS (Diluted)$3.20
Shares Outstanding (Basic)1.87B
Shares Outstanding (Diluted)1.88B

Key Highlights

  • 1Net income attributable to Chevron Corporation for Q2 2023 was $6.0 billion, a decrease from $11.6 billion in Q2 2022.
  • 2Diluted EPS for Q2 2023 was $3.20, down from $5.95 in Q2 2022.
  • 3Total segment earnings decreased to $6.4 billion in Q2 2023 from $12.1 billion in Q2 2022, primarily due to lower Upstream and Downstream segment earnings.
  • 4Upstream segment earnings declined significantly due to lower crude oil and natural gas realizations.
  • 5Downstream segment earnings decreased due to lower refined product margins and higher operating expenses.
  • 6The company repurchased approximately $4.4 billion of its common stock during the second quarter of 2023 under its $75 billion repurchase program.
  • 7Chevron paid $2.8 billion in dividends to common stockholders in Q2 2023, with a declared dividend of $1.51 per share for Q3 2023.

Frequently Asked Questions

The decrease in earnings was primarily driven by lower commodity prices and refining margins. Specifically, Upstream segment earnings were impacted by lower realizations for crude oil and natural gas, while Downstream segment earnings were affected by reduced margins on refined product sales and higher operating expenses.

Chevron returned capital to shareholders through dividend payments and share repurchases. The company paid $2.8 billion in dividends in the second quarter and repurchased approximately $4.4 billion of its common stock under its large share repurchase program.

Chevron acknowledges the global efforts to address climate change and supports the Paris Agreement. The company aims to lower the carbon intensity of its operations and grow its lower-carbon businesses, including renewable fuels, hydrogen, and carbon capture, while continuing to develop oil and gas resources to meet energy demand. They believe market-based mechanisms are efficient for emission reductions and integrate climate change considerations into their strategy and risk management.

Chevron is involved in several significant legal proceedings, including environmental litigation related to climate change in various jurisdictions and a long-standing environmental case in Ecuador. While the company believes these claims are meritless and intends to vigorously defend itself, any adverse outcomes could potentially have a material impact on its financial condition.