8-KRegulation FD

EOG RESOURCES INC 8-K Report, Regulation FD Disclosure (Sep 23, 2008)

Filed September 23, 2008For Securities:EOG

Summary

EOG Resources Inc. (EOG) has issued an 8-K filing on September 23, 2008, to provide an update on its production guidance for the third quarter and full year 2008. Despite production curtailments of approximately 50 MMcfed due to Hurricanes Gustav and Ike impacting the Gulf of Mexico and coastal Texas, the company is reiterating its third quarter total company estimated production range of 1,944 MMcfed to 2,103 MMcfed. This reiteration is supported by stronger-than-expected production from its Rocky Mountain operating area. More significantly, EOG is increasing its full-year 2008 total company production growth target from 15.0% to a new range of 15.0% to 15.5%. This upward revision indicates confidence in the company's operational performance and ability to overcome challenges. Investors should note that these projections are based on current information and subject to various forward-looking risks outlined in the filing, including commodity price volatility, operational challenges, and regulatory changes.

Key Highlights

  • 1Reiterates Q3 2008 total company estimated production range of 1,944 MMcfed to 2,103 MMcfed.
  • 2Better-than-expected production in the Rocky Mountain operating area is offsetting hurricane-related curtailments.
  • 3Hurricane Gustav and Ike caused approximately 50 MMcfed in production curtailments.
  • 4Raises full-year 2008 total company production growth target from 15.0% to a range of 15.0% to 15.5%.
  • 5Guidance is based on current information and expectations as of the filing date.
  • 6The filing includes a detailed list of forward-looking statements and associated risks.

Frequently Asked Questions

EOG Resources is reiterating its previously issued third quarter 2008 total company estimated production range of 1,944 million cubic feet equivalent per day (MMcfed) to 2,103 MMcfed. This guidance remains achievable despite production losses from recent hurricanes due to strong performance in the Rocky Mountain region.

Hurricanes Gustav and Ike resulted in production curtailments of approximately 50 MMcfed for EOG Resources. These curtailments affected production in the Gulf of Mexico and onshore coastal Texas operating areas.

EOG Resources has increased its full-year 2008 total company production growth target. The previous target of 15.0% has been raised to a new range of 15.0% to 15.5%, reflecting increased confidence in their operational capabilities.

The filing lists several significant risks, including fluctuations in commodity prices (crude oil, natural gas), changes in foreign currency exchange rates and interest rates, hedging activities, impacts of liquefied natural gas imports, changes in demand for ammonia or methanol, success in exploration and development, accuracy of reserve estimates, operational hazards, availability of resources like drilling rigs and materials, lease and permit issues, access to facilities, transportation capacity, economic development of Barnett Shale acreage, political developments, acts of war or terrorism, and weather-related delays.