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Chevron Corporation reports news across its integrated energy operations, including crude oil and natural gas production, refining, transportation fuels, lubricants, petrochemicals, additives, and energy technologies. Company updates commonly cover quarterly earnings, cash flow, shareholder returns, upstream production volumes, downstream refining throughput, commodity-price effects, legal reserves, and operating conditions across its global asset base.
Chevron news also reflects governance and capital-structure topics, material agreements, and strategy around growing oil and gas, lowering the carbon intensity of operations, and developing new energies businesses.
TortoiseEcofin announced that Noble Midstream Partners LP (NASDAQ:NBLX) will be removed from the Tortoise MLP Index and Tortoise North American Pipeline Index due to its merger with Chevron Corp (NYSE:CVX). This removal will take effect on May 11, 2021, at market open, as NBLX's current index weight is below the threshold for a special rebalancing. The indices consist of companies involved in energy transportation and processing, and the removal is part of standard procedures following corporate actions. For further details, visit here.
Chevron Corporation (NYSE: CVX) reported earnings of $1.4 billion ($0.72 per share) for Q1 2021, down from $3.6 billion ($1.93 per share) in Q1 2020. Adjusted earnings were $1.7 billion, compared to $2.5 billion a year earlier. Sales increased to $31 billion from $30 billion. Upstream earnings fell to $2.35 billion while downstream operations reported a loss of $130 million. The company maintained capital discipline, reducing expenditures by 43%. Free cash flow was $3.4 billion, with a dividend increase of 4% approved. Notably, Chevron is advancing carbon-negative technologies and aims for a lower-carbon future.
The Board of Directors of Chevron Corporation (CVX) declared a quarterly dividend of $1.34 per share, reflecting a 4% increase, effective June 10, 2021. This marks the 34th consecutive year of annual dividend increases. Chevron emphasizes its commitment to enhancing energy sustainability while balancing productivity, indicating a robust strategy for a lower-carbon future and investments in renewables.
Cushing Asset Management and Swank Capital announced changes to The Cushing 30 MLP Index due to a merger involving Noble Midstream Partners (NBLX) and Chevron (CVX). NBLX will cease public trading following majority consents on a merger agreement, effective May 3, 2021. As a result, Altus Midstream Company (ALTM) will replace NBLX in the Index after market close on April 30, 2021. The remaining constituents of the Index will remain unchanged.
Chevron and Toyota have entered a memorandum of understanding to explore a strategic alliance aimed at developing a large-scale hydrogen economy. The partnership focuses on three strategic priorities: advocating for hydrogen-related public policies, assessing market demand for fuel cell electric vehicles, and pursuing joint research and development in hydrogen transportation and storage. Both companies view this collaboration as a significant step towards carbon neutrality, leveraging their combined resources and expertise to create sustainable transportation options.
Trial lawyers have requested the consolidation of lawsuits from Parkinson's disease patients linked to paraquat herbicides into a single federal case. With over 20 lawsuits filed, this multidistrict litigation (MDL) aims to enhance efficiency and expedite justice for affected individuals. The lawsuits involve companies like Syngenta and Chevron Phillips Chemical Co., both accused of causing harm from paraquat exposure. Notably, paraquat has been associated with severe health risks and is banned in over 50 countries due to its dangers.
Chevron and Honeywell have launched the world's first commercial-scale ISOALKY process unit in Salt Lake City, utilizing ionic liquids for alkylate production. This innovative technology offers a safer, cost-effective alternative to traditional liquid acid systems, producing a high-octane blending component with a reduced environmental impact. The unit enhances flexibility and can be integrated into new or existing refineries, addressing the global demand for cleaner fuels. This partnership signifies a major advancement in alkylation process technology for the refining industry.
Chevron Corporation's subsidiary, Chevron U.S.A. Inc. (Singapore Branch), has signed a Sale and Purchase Agreement (SPA) with Hokkaido Gas Co., Ltd. to supply approximately half a million tons of liquefied natural gas (LNG) over five years, beginning April 2022. This agreement expands Chevron's customer base in Japan, enhancing its LNG operations in a key growth area. Chevron aims to provide diversified energy solutions and promote a lower carbon future through this partnership.
Chevron Corporation (NYSE: CVX) is set to conduct its quarterly earnings conference call on April 30, 2021, at 11:00 a.m. ET. Key speakers will include Pierre Breber, CFO, and Roderick Green, GM of Investor Relations. This call will provide insights into Chevron's financial performance and outlook. Investors can join via dial-in numbers or listen to the live webcast available at chevron.com.
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