Occidental Petroleum Corporation reported significant financial performance improvements in its latest 10-Q filing for the second quarter of 2026, with net sales reaching $8.1 billion, a substantial increase from $5.3 billion in the same period last year. The company’s net income attributable to common stockholders was $2.8 billion, or $2.75 per diluted share, compared to $288 million, or $0.26 per diluted share, in the second quarter of 2025. For the first half of 2026, net income totaled $6.4 billion, a marked increase from $1.4 billion in the prior year, driven by higher crude oil prices and improved operational efficiencies.
The company experienced notable changes in its financial metrics compared to the previous fiscal period. Revenues for the first six months of 2026 increased to $13.3 billion from $11.0 billion in 2025, primarily due to higher realized crude oil prices and increased marketing margins. The average West Texas Intermediate (WTI) price per barrel rose to $92.79 in the second quarter, up from $71.93 in the first quarter of 2026. Additionally, Occidental's cash and cash equivalents surged to $4.2 billion as of June 30, 2026, compared to $2.3 billion a year earlier.
Strategically, Occidental completed the sale of its chemical subsidiary, OxyChem, to Berkshire Hathaway for $9.5 billion in January 2026, resulting in a gain of approximately $3.1 billion. This divestiture is part of the company's ongoing strategy to streamline operations and focus on its core oil and gas business. The company also reported a loss of $230 million from divesting non-core assets in the Permian Basin during the second quarter of 2026.
Operationally, Occidental's oil and gas segment reported a significant increase in earnings, reaching $2.8 billion for the second quarter, compared to $1.0 billion in the first quarter of 2026. Average daily sales volumes remained stable, with slight increases in domestic natural gas and NGL volumes. The company’s midstream and marketing segment also rebounded, reporting earnings of $1.3 billion for the second quarter, a recovery from losses in the previous quarter, attributed to improved crude and gas margins.
Looking ahead, Occidental's management remains optimistic about the company's financial outlook, emphasizing a commitment to maintaining a strong balance sheet and delivering sustainable shareholder returns. The company plans to continue focusing on capitalizing on high crude oil prices while managing operational costs effectively. The board of directors has also approved an 8% increase in the quarterly dividend, reflecting confidence in the company's ongoing financial health and operational performance.
About OCCIDENTAL PETROLEUM CORP /DE/
Occidental Petroleum is a global energy company engaged in oil and gas exploration, production, midstream operations, and chemical manufacturing. Its core assets include diversified reserves in the U.S., Middle East, and North Africa, with key products such as crude oil, natural gas, NGL, and chemicals. The company emphasizes sustainable practices, decarbonization, and technological innovation to maintain competitive advantage in volatile markets.
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