8-KRegulation FDExhibits & Filings

VALERO ENERGY CORP/TX 8-K Report, Regulation FD Disclosure (Aug 27, 2007)

Filed August 27, 2007For Securities:VLO

Summary

This 8-K filing from Valero Energy Corporation (VLO) on August 27, 2007, primarily serves to disclose materials to be presented by senior management during investor meetings on August 27-28, 2007. These presentation slides, attached as Exhibit 99.1, are intended to provide investors with an update on the company's performance and outlook. The filing emphasizes that this information is furnished under Regulation FD and is not deemed "filed" for the purpose of incorporation into registration statements, nor does it constitute an admission of materiality. Investors should note the safe harbor statement included, which cautions that forward-looking statements within the presentation may differ materially from actual results due to various risk factors that Valero has previously filed with the SEC. The core purpose of this filing is to provide transparent access to the information shared with investors during these meetings, allowing all stakeholders to have the same insights.

Key Highlights

  • 1Valero Energy Corporation (VLO) is providing presentation materials to investors on August 27-28, 2007.
  • 2The presentation slides are included as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing.
  • 3The information is furnished under Regulation FD and is not considered 'filed' for SEC registration purposes.
  • 4Valero management will be meeting with investors to discuss company information.
  • 5A safe harbor statement is included, warning that actual results may differ from forward-looking statements.
  • 6The filing ensures broad public access to the information presented to investors.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to publicly disclose the presentation materials that Valero Energy Corporation's senior management will be using during investor meetings on August 27-28, 2007. This ensures that all investors have access to the same information being shared with select investors.

The presentation slides are attached to this 8-K filing as Exhibit 99.1. They are also expected to be available on Valero's corporate website at www.valero.com.

No, the information in this report is furnished under Regulation FD and is not considered 'filed' for the purpose of incorporation into SEC registration statements. Valero explicitly states that furnishing this information does not constitute an admission of materiality or completeness, nor does it obligate investors to consider this information for investment decisions.

The safe harbor statement warns that any forward-looking statements made in the presentation (e.g., predictions about the future) are subject to risks and uncertainties. Valero's actual results could be materially different from what is stated in these forward-looking statements. Investors should refer to Valero's other SEC filings for a more comprehensive understanding of these potential risks.