What is the main purpose of this 8-K filing?

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to publicly disclose the content of a presentation made by OXY's CEO, Dr. Ray R. Irani, at the Lehman Brothers Twentieth Annual CEO Energy/Power Conference, in compliance with Regulation FD.

Does this filing contain any new financial results or operational data?

No, this 8-K filing itself does not contain new financial results or operational data. It merely serves as a vehicle to make the presentation materials publicly available, which are attached as Exhibit 99.1.

Where can I find the actual information presented by the CEO?

The actual information presented by Dr. Ray R. Irani is contained in Exhibit 99.1, which is attached to this 8-K filing.

What is Regulation FD Disclosure?

Regulation FD (Fair Disclosure) is an SEC rule designed to prevent selective disclosure of material nonpublic information. It requires that when a public company discloses material nonpublic information to securities analysts or other securities professionals, it must also make public disclosure of that information.

OXY/OXY-WT 8-K: Regulation FD

Summary

Occidental Petroleum Corporation (OXY) filed an 8-K on September 5, 2006, primarily to disclose a presentation given by CEO Dr. Ray R. Irani at the Lehman Brothers Twentieth Annual CEO Energy/Power Conference. The filing itself doesn't contain new operational or financial data, but serves as a channel to disseminate information shared during the conference. Investors should refer to the attached Exhibit 99.1 for the detailed content of the presentation.

Key Highlights

1OXY filed an 8-K to disclose information presented at the Lehman Brothers CEO Energy/Power Conference.
2The presentation was delivered by Chairman, President & CEO Dr. Ray R. Irani.
3The filing utilizes Regulation FD Disclosure (Item 7.01).
4The core information investors need is within the attached Exhibit 99.1.
5No new financial results or significant operational updates are provided directly in the 8-K text.
6The event signifies OXY's engagement with the investment community and dissemination of company strategy/outlook.

OCCIDENTAL PETROLEUM CORP /DE/ 8-K Report, Regulation FD Disclosure (Sep 5, 2006)

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