ConocoPhillips - COP STOCK NEWS

ConocoPhillips (NYSE: COP) has elected Dennis V. Arriola to its board of directors. With over 28 years in the energy sector, Arriola's previous roles include CEO of Avangrid and executive VP at Sempra Energy. His expertise in renewables aligns with ConocoPhillips' commitment to achieving net-zero emissions and energy transition. His appointment increases the board to 14 members, 12 of whom are independent. Arriola will serve on the Human Resources and Compensation Committee and the Audit and Finance Committee.

ConocoPhillips (NYSE: COP) reported impressive second-quarter 2022 earnings of $5.1 billion ($3.96 per share), up from $2.1 billion ($1.55 per share) in Q2 2021. Adjusted earnings were also significantly higher, at $5.1 billion versus $1.7 billion. The company announced a $5 billion increase in its return of capital plan, totaling $15 billion for 2022, alongside a quarterly dividend of 46 cents per share and a VROC payment of $1.40 per share. Production reached 1,692 MBOED, benefiting from higher realized prices averaging $88.57 per BOE, a 77% rise YoY.

ConocoPhillips (COP), Devon Energy (DVN), and Pioneer Natural Resources (PXD) have joined the Oil and Gas Methane Partnership (OGMP) 2.0 Initiative, aimed at enhancing transparency in methane emissions reporting. This commitment signifies their dedication to reducing methane emissions while meeting energy demands sustainably. The OGMP 2.0 serves as a global standard for reporting, helping companies show progress in methane management. Executives from each company emphasized the importance of collaboration and advanced technology in achieving net-zero emissions targets by 2050.

ConocoPhillips (COP) is expanding its liquefied natural gas (LNG) business by investing in a new LNG facility developed by Sempra Infrastructure in Jefferson County, Texas. Under a Heads of Agreement, ConocoPhillips will acquire a 30% equity stake in Port Arthur Liquefaction Holdings and an LNG offtake of 5 million tonnes per annum. The project is fully permitted and aims for a production capacity of 13.5 million tonnes per annum. This partnership aligns with ConocoPhillips' strategic initiatives to enhance energy security and support a lower-carbon future.

ConocoPhillips (NYSE: COP) will host a conference call on August 4, 2022, at 12:00 p.m. ET to discuss its second-quarter 2022 financial results, which will be released before the market opens. Interested parties can access the webcast via the company's Investor Relations site and should register at least 15 minutes prior. As of March 31, 2022, ConocoPhillips reported $93 billion in total assets and an average production of 1,747 thousand barrels of oil equivalent per day.

ConocoPhillips (COP) reported first-quarter 2022 earnings of $5.8 billion ($4.39/share), up significantly from $1.0 billion ($0.75/share) in the same quarter last year. Adjusted earnings also rose to $4.3 billion ($3.27/share). The company increased its expected returns of capital for 2022 to $10 billion, including a $2 billion boost. Dividends were declared at 46 cents per share, payable June 1, 2022, alongside a 70 cents per share VROC payment for July 15, 2022. Production averaged 1,747 MBOED, with cash from operations at $7.0 billion.

ConocoPhillips (NYSE: COP) has announced a management change effective May 1, 2022. Tim Leach transitions from executive vice president, Lower 48, to advisor to the CEO while remaining on the board of directors. Jack Harper, former president of Permian, is appointed as the new executive vice president, Lower 48. Leach, praised for his role in the Concho acquisition, stated he looks forward to collaborating with Harper to create more value for the company. Harper brings over 25 years of experience in various sectors, aligning with ConocoPhillips’ goals for energy transition and competitive returns.

ConocoPhillips (NYSE: COP) will host a conference call on May 5, 2022, at 12:00 p.m. Eastern time to discuss its first-quarter 2022 financial and operating results. Results will be released before the market opens on the same day. Investors can access the webcast by visiting ConocoPhillips’ Investor Relations site. The company reported $91 billion in total assets and an average production of 1,567 thousand barrels of oil equivalent per day for the year ending Dec. 31, 2021.

ConocoPhillips (NYSE: COP) announced the expiration of its Exchange Offers for two pools of notes. The Pool 1 Offer included exchanges for cash and new 4.025% notes due 2062, while the Pool 2 Offer involved cash and new 3.758% notes due 2042. The offers expired on March 21, 2022, with the final settlement expected on March 23, 2022. Holders of validly tendered notes will receive exchange consideration, which includes accrued interest. Approximately $2.541 million of new 2062 notes and $1.091 million of new 2042 notes will be issued based on the tendered amounts.