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Nexen Profits Falls, Still Hopeful CNOOC Deal Will Close
Nexen Inc. reported third quarter operating and financial results and provided an update on strategic priorities.
Production volumes averaged 181,000 barrels of oil equivalent per day (boe/d), a decrease from second quarter production of 213,000 boe/d. This reflects the scheduled downtime associated with the turnarounds at Buzzard, Long Lake and Scott.
Cash flow from operations decreased to $560 million ($1.06/share) from $707 million ($1.34/share) in the second quarter, primarily due to the lower production and higher operating costs associated with the planned turnarounds. Net income decreased to $59 million ($0.11/share) from $109 million ($0.20/share) in the second quarter. This reflects lower cash flow associated with the scheduled turnarounds and the impact of several non-recurring…
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