Summary
This Form 8-K filing by Schlumberger Limited (SLB) on September 26, 2006, primarily serves to disclose information presented at their 2006 Investor Conference. The company made available presentations by its Chairman and CEO, Andrew Gould, and Chief Technical Officer, Ashok Belani. These presentations, accessible via the company's investor relations website and attached as exhibits to this filing, likely contained forward-looking statements regarding business outlook, growth expectations for its segments (Oilfield Services and WesternGeco), industry trends, capital expenditures, and strategic initiatives. Investors should review these materials for insights into management's current views on the company's performance and future prospects. While the filing does not contain new financial results or material agreements, it highlights management's strategic discussions and outlook. The forward-looking statements provided, while not guaranteeing future performance, offer guidance on potential risks and uncertainties that could impact the company. These include global economic conditions, changes in oil and gas exploration spending, geopolitical factors, and the integration of recent transactions like WesternGeco and PetroAlliance. Investors are encouraged to consult the full presentations for a comprehensive understanding of the information shared.
Key Highlights
- 1SLB hosted its 2006 Investor Conference on September 25, 2006.
- 2Presentations by Chairman and CEO Andrew Gould and CTO Ashok Belani were made available.
- 3These presentations are accessible on SLB's investor relations website (www.SLB.com/ir).
- 4The presentations are filed as Exhibit 99.1 to this Form 8-K.
- 5The filing includes a standard disclaimer regarding forward-looking statements, outlining potential risks and uncertainties.
- 6Key areas covered in forward-looking statements include business outlook, growth in Oilfield Services and WesternGeco, industry demand, and capital expenditures.