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

The primary purpose of this 8-K filing is to furnish SLB's Third-Quarter 2013 financial results, including a press release and supplemental information, to the public and the SEC. It's a disclosure of operational and financial performance for the specified period.

Are the financial results presented in this 8-K considered formally filed with the SEC?

No, the financial results and accompanying information furnished as part of this 8-K are generally not considered 'filed' for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This means the company has less liability associated with this specific disclosure, though it can be incorporated into other formal filings.

What are the key non-GAAP financial measures mentioned, and why are they used?

Key non-GAAP measures include Net Debt (gross debt less cash and certain investments) and income/EPS metrics that exclude charges and credits. Management uses these to gain a clearer view of ongoing operational performance and trends by removing the impact of potentially one-time or non-operational items.

How did SLB's Q3 2013 earnings compare to previous periods?

For the third quarter of 2013, SLB reported GAAP income from continuing operations of $1.71 billion, resulting in diluted earnings per share of $1.29. This compares to $1.15 per share (excluding charges and credits) in the prior quarter (Q2 2013) and $1.02 per share in the third quarter of 2012.

SLB 8-K: Earnings & Results & Regulation FD

Summary

SLB LIMITED/NV (SLB) filed an 8-K on October 18, 2013, to report its Third-Quarter 2013 financial results. The filing primarily serves to furnish the press release and supplemental information detailing these results. Investors should note that this information is furnished, not filed, meaning it's not considered a formal SEC filing for purposes of liability under Section 18 of the Exchange Act, although it can be incorporated by reference into other filings. The report highlights both GAAP and non-GAAP financial measures. Key non-GAAP metrics disclosed include Net Debt, and various income and earnings per share measures excluding certain charges and credits, which management uses to assess operational trends. The company provided specific figures for GAAP income from continuing operations and diluted earnings per share for Q3 2013, comparing them to the previous quarter and the prior year's third quarter.

Key Highlights

1SLB furnished its Third-Quarter 2013 financial results via an 8-K filing on October 18, 2013.
2The filing includes both GAAP and non-GAAP financial measures, with specific definitions provided for non-GAAP metrics like Net Debt.
3Management uses non-GAAP measures, such as income and EPS excluding charges/credits, to better evaluate period-over-period operations and identify trends.
4Third-Quarter 2013 GAAP income from continuing operations attributable to Schlumberger was $1.71 billion.
5Third-Quarter 2013 GAAP diluted earnings per share from continuing operations was $1.29.
6Comparisons are provided for Q3 2013 GAAP diluted EPS ($1.29) versus Q2 2013 ($1.15 excluding charges/credits) and Q3 2012 ($1.02).
7No charges or credits were recorded by Schlumberger in the third quarter of 2013.

SLB LIMITED/NV 8-K Report, Financial Results (Oct 18, 2013)

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