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

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to publicly announce and make available Occidental Petroleum's financial results and condition for the third quarter ended September 30, 2014, through an attached press release.

Where can I find the actual financial results for Q3 2014?

The actual financial results for Q3 2014 are detailed in the press release furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing. Investors should refer to that document for specific figures and commentary.

Does this 8-K contain new operational strategies or significant business changes?

This particular 8-K filing, dated October 23, 2014, is primarily focused on reporting quarterly financial results and condition. While the press release may discuss operational performance, it is not explicitly stated in the 8-K filing itself that it contains new operational strategies or significant, unannounced business changes beyond the standard quarterly performance update.

Is the information in this filing considered 'filed' for legal purposes?

According to the filing, the information contained in this report and the exhibit shall not be deemed to be 'filed' for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, nor incorporated by reference into other filings, unless expressly stated otherwise in such filings.

OXY/OXY-WT 8-K: Earnings & Results

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Occidental Petroleum Corporation (OXY) filed an 8-K on October 23, 2014, to report its financial results and operational condition for the quarter ended September 30, 2014. The filing primarily consists of a press release (Exhibit 99.1) containing this information. Investors should refer to this press release for detailed financial performance, operational metrics, and forward-looking statements that were disclosed on that date. While the 8-K itself is a procedural filing to make the press release publicly available, the attached press release is the critical document for understanding OXY's performance during the third quarter of 2014. It would typically cover key financial indicators such as revenue, net income, earnings per share, and operational highlights relevant to the oil and gas industry.

Key Highlights

1Occidental Petroleum filed an 8-K on October 23, 2014, to report its Q3 2014 financial results.
2The primary disclosure mechanism is a press release (Exhibit 99.1) attached to the filing.
3Investors should consult the furnished press release for detailed financial and operational information for the quarter ended September 30, 2014.
4The filing confirms the company's reporting of its financial condition and results of operations for the specified period.
5This report serves as a notification of material events or corporate changes as per SEC regulations.

OCCIDENTAL PETROLEUM CORP /DE/ 8-K Report, Financial Results (Oct 23, 2014)

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