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EXPAND ENERGY Corp 8-K Report, Financial Results (May 2, 2006)

Filed May 2, 2006For Securities:EXEEXEELEXEEWEXEEZ

Summary

This Form 8-K filing by Chesapeake Energy Corporation (EXE) on May 2, 2006, primarily serves to announce the release of their first-quarter 2006 financial results and provide an updated outlook for 2006 and 2007. The key takeaway for investors is that the company has disseminated important operational and financial information through a press release dated May 1, 2006, which is attached as an exhibit to this filing. While the 8-K itself doesn't contain the detailed financial figures, it directs investors to the press release (Exhibit 99.1) for specifics on the company's performance during the quarter ended March 31, 2006. This includes consolidated results of operations and financial condition, as well as forward-looking guidance. Investors should review Exhibit 99.1 for a comprehensive understanding of Chesapeake Energy's recent performance and future expectations.

Key Highlights

  • 1Chesapeake Energy Corporation (EXE) filed a Form 8-K on May 2, 2006.
  • 2The filing announces the release of the company's Q1 2006 financial results.
  • 3A press release dated May 1, 2006, containing the Q1 results, is attached as Exhibit 99.1.
  • 4The press release also provides an updated outlook for the full year 2006 and 2007.
  • 5Investors are directed to Exhibit 99.1 for detailed financial information and forward-looking guidance.
  • 6The report was signed by Chairman and CEO Aubrey K. McClendon.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to formally announce and provide access to Chesapeake Energy Corporation's press release dated May 1, 2006, which contains their financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2006, and an updated outlook for 2006 and 2007.

The detailed financial results and the updated outlook for 2006 and 2007 are contained in the press release dated May 1, 2006, which is attached to this 8-K filing as Exhibit 99.1. Investors should refer to that exhibit for the specific figures and projections.

The financial results reported in the press release attached to this 8-K cover the quarterly period ended March 31, 2006.

This 8-K filing was signed by Aubrey K. McClendon, who was the Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of Chesapeake Energy Corporation at the time of the filing.