EarningsConocoPhillips generated earnings 8% above Street expectations, driven by strong results from the Lower 48 with 5% year-over-year growth.
Operational PerformanceConocoPhillips exceeded production forecasts with higher crude, NGL, and gas production, bolstering operational strength.
Shareholder ReturnsConocoPhillips plans to return $9 billion to shareholders, split between cash returns and share buybacks, implying close to a 7% total distribution yield at current prices.