8-KEarnings & Results

CHEVRON CORP 8-K Report, Financial Results (Oct 12, 2010)

Filed October 12, 2010For Securities:CVX

Summary

Chevron Corporation (CVX) filed an 8-K on October 12, 2010, to announce its third quarter 2010 interim update. The primary purpose of this filing is to incorporate by reference the press release issued on the same date, which contains the detailed financial results and operational highlights for the quarter. Investors should refer to the attached press release for specific figures regarding earnings, production, and segment performance. This filing serves as a notification to the market about the release of the third quarter 2010 financial performance. While the 8-K itself doesn't contain the detailed financial numbers, it officially submits the press release to the SEC, making the information publicly available and accessible for analysis. Investors are encouraged to review the press release for a comprehensive understanding of Chevron's performance during the period.

Key Highlights

  • 1Chevron Corporation filed an 8-K on October 12, 2010, concerning its third quarter 2010 interim update.
  • 2The filing incorporates by reference a press release issued on October 12, 2010, which contains the financial results.
  • 3Investors need to consult the attached press release (Exhibit 99.1) for detailed financial and operational information for Q3 2010.
  • 4The information is furnished under Item 2.02 (Results of Operations and Financial Condition).
  • 5The filing acknowledges that the provided information is not deemed 'filed' for the purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
  • 6The report is signed by M.J. Foehr, Vice President and Comptroller, as the Principal Accounting Officer.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to officially report and make publicly available Chevron's third quarter 2010 interim update, which was disseminated via a press release on the same day.

The actual financial results and operational details for Chevron's third quarter 2010 are contained within the press release issued on October 12, 2010, which is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing and is incorporated by reference.

No, the filing explicitly states that the information included in this report and the attached press release shall not be deemed 'filed' for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This means it does not carry the same legal liability as formally filed information under that section.

The report is signed by M.J. Foehr, who holds the positions of Vice President and Comptroller, and serves as the Principal Accounting Officer and Duly Authorized Officer for Chevron Corporation.