Core Insights - Occidental Petroleum Corp. reported mixed third-quarter results, with earnings exceeding analyst expectations but revenue slightly below forecasts [1] Financial Performance - Non-GAAP earnings were $0.64 per share, matching analyst estimates [1] - Revenue totaled $6.72 billion, just below projections of $6.76 billion [1] Production and Pricing - Higher crude oil volumes and prices supported earnings compared to the previous quarter [2] - The average realized worldwide crude oil price increased by 2% sequentially to $64.78 per barrel [2] - Average natural gas liquids prices declined by 5%, while domestic natural gas prices rose by 11% [2] Operational Efficiency - Total global production averaged 1.465 million barrels of oil equivalent per day (Mboed), up from 1.412 Mboed in the same period last year [3] - The company benefited from improved efficiency across its operations amid steady commodity market conditions [3]