Exxon Mobil Corporation - XOM STOCK NEWS

ExxonMobil has announced the sale of the Billings refinery and select midstream assets to Par Pacific Holdings. This transaction includes the Silvertip pipeline and interests in the Yellowstone pipeline and product terminals in Montana and Washington. The deal will allow ExxonMobil to focus on higher-value manufacturing, while employees will be offered positions at Par Pacific. The sale is expected to close in Q2 2023, subject to regulatory approvals. Par Pacific will maintain the Exxon and Mobil-branded service stations in the region.

FLO and Imperial have announced a collaboration to expand the electric vehicle (EV) charging network in Canada, supporting the country's net-zero greenhouse gas emissions goals. The partnership will allow Esso- and Mobil-branded gas stations to offer FLO charging services. This initiative aims to enhance the deployment of EV charging stations, generating financial benefits for FLO and improving charging access nationwide. Both companies emphasize the importance of lower-emission technologies in achieving Canada's climate objectives.

Imperial Oil will host its Q3 2022 Earnings Call on October 28 at 9 a.m. MT, following the earnings release that morning. Chairman and CEO Brad Corson will make opening remarks before a Q&A session with analysts. Interested parties can register for the webcast via the link provided. The call will be accessible for one year on Imperial's website. If technical issues arise, updates will be available on the company's site or on SEDAR. Imperial Oil emphasizes its role as Canada's largest petroleum refiner and commitment to high standards across its operations.

EnLink Midstream has signed a transportation service agreement (TSA) with ExxonMobil to utilize its pipeline network for carbon dioxide delivery in Louisiana. The agreement allows for an ultimate capacity of 10 million metric tonnes per year, starting with 3.2 million metric tonnes in early 2025. This project aims to support decarbonization efforts in a region emitting approximately 80 million metric tonnes of CO₂ annually. Both companies see this as a vital step toward reducing emissions and meeting environmental goals.

CF Industries has partnered with ExxonMobil to capture up to 2 million metric tons of CO₂ annually from its Louisiana facility. This project, set to start in early 2025, aims to support Louisiana's net-zero emissions goal by 2050. CF Industries will invest $200 million to build a CO₂ dehydration unit. Additionally, ExxonMobil will handle the transportation and storage of CO₂ in secure geological formations. This collaboration is expected to significantly contribute to the decarbonization of various industries.

Imperial has secured a long-term contract with Air Products to supply low-carbon hydrogen for its renewable diesel complex at the Strathcona refinery in Alberta. The agreement supports the construction of a hydrogen plant that will help produce over 1 billion liters of renewable diesel annually, significantly reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Air Products is investing CAD 1.6 billion to enhance its Edmonton facility, intending to supply approximately 50% of the hydrogen output for this project. The renewable diesel initiative is set to create around 600 construction jobs and is expected to reduce emissions by 3 million tonnes per year.

ExxonMobil affiliates have agreed to sell their interests in the Aera oil-production operation in California to Green Gate Resources E, LLC, a subsidiary of IKAV. The transaction comprises a share sale of Mobil California Exploration & Producing Asset Company along with an associated loading facility and pipeline system. This divestiture aligns with ExxonMobil's strategy to focus on low-cost oil and gas investments to enhance shareholder value. The sale, which is expected to close in Q4 2022, does not impact ExxonMobil's retail network in California.

Imperial has successfully finalized the sale of XTO Energy Canada to Whitecap Resources for $1.9 billion, with Imperial receiving $940 million. This transaction will result in an estimated after-tax earnings gain of around $200 million in Q3 2022. The sale aligns with Imperial's strategy to concentrate on key oil sands assets, encompassing significant acreage in the Montney and Duvernay shales. The divested assets yield approximately 140 million cubic feet of natural gas and 9,000 barrels of liquids daily, reinforcing Imperial's focus on delivering long-term shareholder value.

Imperial Oil Limited (TSE: IMO, NYSE American: IMO) has declared a quarterly dividend of 34 cents per share, payable on October 1, 2022, to shareholders of record on September 2, 2022. This dividend matches the previous quarter's amount. Imperial boasts over a century of steady growth and has increased its annual dividend for 27 consecutive years. As Canada's largest petroleum refiner, the company emphasizes innovation in responsibly developing energy resources while maintaining high business standards.