Summary
Occidental Petroleum Corporation (OXY) reported a significant net loss of $2.6 billion for the third quarter and $2.7 billion for the first nine months of 2015, a stark contrast to the profits reported in the same periods of 2014. This downturn is primarily driven by a substantial decline in oil and gas commodity prices, which has led to significant asset impairments totaling $3.1 billion in the Oil and Gas segment for the third quarter. Despite lower commodity prices, the company saw an increase in oil and gas production volumes, particularly from its Permian Resources business unit and international operations. The Chemical and Midstream and Marketing segments showed resilience, with the Chemical segment posting higher earnings driven by lower costs and asset sale gains, although the Midstream segment experienced a decline. Financially, Occidental experienced a decrease in cash and cash equivalents and a build-up of restricted cash related to the California Resources spin-off. The company also issued new debt in June 2015. Shareholder equity declined primarily due to the current year's net loss and dividend payments. Investors should note the significant asset impairments and the impact of volatile commodity prices on the company's financial performance and outlook. The company's ability to navigate the low commodity price environment, manage its debt, and realize value from its production assets will be key going forward.
Financial Highlights
46 data points| Revenue | $3.12B |
| Operating Expenses | $292.00M |
| Operating Income | -$2.64B |
| Net Income | -$2.61B |
| EPS (Basic) | $-3.42 |
| EPS (Diluted) | $-3.42 |
| Shares Outstanding (Basic) | 763.30M |
| Shares Outstanding (Diluted) | 763.30M |
Key Highlights
- 1Occidental Petroleum reported a substantial net loss of $2.6 billion for Q3 2015 and $2.7 billion for the first nine months of 2015, compared to net income in the prior year periods.
- 2Significant asset impairments, totaling $3.1 billion, were recorded in the Oil and Gas segment during Q3 2015, primarily due to declining oil and gas prices and the pending sale of Williston operations.
- 3Despite lower commodity prices, worldwide oil and gas production volumes increased for both the three and nine-month periods compared to 2014, driven by domestic (Permian Resources) and international operations.
- 4Net sales decreased significantly in the three and nine-month periods due to lower realized prices for all oil and gas commodities, partially offset by higher crude oil volumes.
- 5The Chemical segment showed improved earnings due to lower costs and a gain on asset sale, while the Midstream and Marketing segment experienced lower earnings.
- 6Cash and cash equivalents decreased, while restricted cash related to the California Resources spin-off remained significant.
- 7The company issued $1.5 billion in senior unsecured notes in June 2015.