ConocoPhillips (COP) beats Q3, hikes dividend 8%, lifts 2025 output; Willow budget raised to up to $9B — Nov. 6, 2025
ConocoPhillips (NYSE: COP) delivered a news‑packed earnings day: the U.S. independent beat third‑quarter profit expectations, raised its full‑year production guidance, increased its quarterly dividend by 8% to $0.84, and updated the cost outlook for its Willow project in Alaska to $8.5–$9.0 billion. Management also released preliminary 2026 guidance with lower planned capital and operating costs and flat‑to‑modest production growth. ConocoPhillips The quick take By the numbers (Q3 2025) What changed today — and why it matters Earnings beat and stronger 2025 outlook. ConocoPhillips outpaced expectations on adjusted profit thanks to higher production and lower operating costs. The company also lifted