Exxon Mobil of USA said today that its first quarter earnings were $9,5 billion, which is 1% increase, compared to the first quarter of 2012.
First quarter highlights:
ExxonMobil’s Chairman, Rex W. Tillerson, commented: “ExxonMobil achieved strong results during the first quarter of 2013, while investing significantly to develop new energy supplies. ExxonMobil’s financial performance enables continued investment to deliver the energy needed to help meet growing demand, support economic growth, and raise living standards around the world.
“First quarter 2013 earnings were $9.5 billion, up 1% from the first quarter of 2012.
“Capital and exploration expenditures for the first quarter were $11.8 billion, including $3.1 billion for the acquisition of Celtic Exploration Ltd.
“The Corporation distributed $7.6 billion to shareholders in the first quarter through dividends and share purchases to reduce shares outstanding.”
[mappress] LNG World News Staff, April 26, 2013; Image: ExxonMobil